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Visa Requirements

All information about Visa to come to Malta and some useful links to help you.

Proof of Funds

  • 1. Cash in convertible currency.
  • 2. Traveler’s checks.
  • 3. Check books for a foreign currency account.
  • 4. Credit cards.
  • 5. Any other means that guarantees funds in hard currency.
  • 6. The level of means of subsistence shall be proportionate to the length and purpose of the stay, and to the amount of € 48 per day.

Health Insurance

A valid individual or group Travel Medical Insurance to cover any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must be valid throughout the Schengen Member States and cover the entire period of the person’s stay. The minimum coverage is of € 30,000.

Accommodation

  • 1. Hotel reservation or reservation for a similar establishment.
  • 2. Documents proving the existence of a lease or a title deed, in the applicant’s name, to a property situated in the country to be visited.
  • 3. Where a third-country national states that he/she shall stay at a person’s home or in an institution, the applicant must present a written declaration (Declaration of Proof) by the host which vouches for the host’s commitment to accommodate. The diplomatic mission and consular posts will verify such declarations, where such checks are necessary.
  • 4. A Certificate which vouches for the commitment to accommodate, in the form of a harmonized form filled in by the host/institution and stamped by the competent authority in Malta, according to the provisions laid down in its national legislation.
Applying for your RC in 3 Easy Steps!

Student Residence Card

- RC -

All international students studying from level 5 and higher are required to apply for a Residence Card (RC) based on their studies to reside legally in Malta. Our Ascencia Malta Student Affairs Team works closely with students to assist them with submitting their RC at the Identity Malta Office.

First Step

After arrival in Malta, during your Ascencia Malta Orientation, our Student Affairs Office will outline the steps for applying for your RC.

See the TRC Checklist of documents

Second Step

Within the first few weeks of your studies, our Ascencia Malta Student Affairs team will assist you with filling out the application and gathering the proper documents, including your Ascencia Malta on campus housing documents (must be signed by the owner of the apartment).

Please note: You should allow for 3-4 weeks for preparation of documents and submission. Ascencia Malta has to coordinate housing forms with the apartment owners and this often takes time. Please be patient.

Third Step

Our Ascencia Malta Student Affairs Staff will take you personally to the Identity Malta Office to submit your application (usually, we take a group every Thursday). Upon submitting the RC application, you will receive a “Blue Paper”, which allows you to stay legally on the territory of Malta, even if your visa expires. The Blue Paper is valid for four months, and within that time, you should receive a letter in the mail telling you to collect your card.

    Important Notes on your TRC
  • 1. Do not expect the TRC process to be quick. Expect an average of 3 months to receive your card. Ascencia Malta is NOT able to expedite the process.
  • 2. If you are approaching 3 months and you have not received your card yet, our Ascencia Malta Student Affairs team will contact ID Malta to check on the status of your card.
  • 3. Do not make any travel plans to leave Malta while you are waiting for your TRC. Your Blue Paper does not allow you to travel outside of Malta.
  • 4. Take close note of the Ascencia Malta Attendance Policy for your classes, outlined in your syllabus. If you do not meet attendance requirements, we will immediately cancel your TRC with ID Malta.
    Your TRC & Working in Malta
  • 1. Students are allowed to work part-time up to 20 hours a week but must have a valid TRC first.
  • 2. Do not expect to work in Malta during the first 3 – 4 months. You should plan to have enough financial resources to cover your living expenses in Malta for this period.
  • 3. After you receive your TRC you can apply for jobs around the island and you will be able to register your employment with JobsPlus in Malta. However, your students should be your primary focus, not working. Attendance is mandatory in all Ascencia Malta classes. If Ascencia Malta determines that you are prioritizing your job over your studies and missing class, we will immediately cancel your TRC with ID Malta.

Useful Links

some links you need to live in Malta:
  • VISA REQUIREMENTS
  • VISIT MALTA
  • MALTA PUBLIC TRANSPORT
  • MALTA AIRPORT
  • TAXI APPLICATIONS
  • WORK IN MALTA