MALTA: How to apply for Maltese visa in Ghana

Since fake news went viral that Malta is a visa-free country for Ghanaian passport holders, travel lovers have expressed interest in visiting the country. As a result of the many emails received by Jetsanza.com, we have put together this article to help people looking forward to apply for a Visa to Malta. Malta is represented in Ghana by the Embassy of Italy when it comes to the issuance of visas. Therefore the process involved in obtaining a visa to Malta is the same as that of Italy. The rest of the article walks you through the application process. Appointment Applicants are required to book an appointment to submit their applications at the Visa Application Center, VFS. Appointment is scheduled on the VFS Website . The Visa Application Center is located at the address below: Joint Visa Application Centre 1st floor, Atlantic Towers, Behind Marina Mall, Airport City Accra Use the NEXT button below to navigate to the rest of the article. Visa Requirement Malta is a Schengen state, and as such, its visa requirements are the same as that of other Schengen countries. Jetsanza.com has a full article that covers a Schengen visa requirement. Below are the requirements for Schengen Visa: General Requirements for all Schengen countries Confirmation of appointment Completed and signed visa application form for Schengen visa. Most embassies prefer the signing date matches the date of submission. One recent passport picture with white background Visa fee; payable in Ghana Cedis Valid passport and one copy of the passport data page. It should have at least two blank pages for visa and stamps and must be valid for at least six months. Previous passports, if any or available Birth certificate Flight reservation for round-trip (not a paid ticket) Travel health insurance valid for all Schengen States. It's always suitable for your coverage to exceed your intended number of days. Proof of accommodation/hotel reservation. Learn how to book a hotel to support the visa application here . 11. Proof of sufficient financial means for intended stay If you are paying for your trip yourself, personal bank statement for the past three to six months If someone will sponsor you, Read on when you need a sponsor and what documents to include. If the host/institution covers costs, it should be indicated in the invitation letter. Each country has a particular document/invitation letter where such an undertaking is made. See the country-specific requirements for more details. 12. Proof of social and economic ties to the country of residence marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependent children, if applicable current personal bank statements of the last three months for children and students: official leave letter from school or university, including proof of paid school fees and reports if employed: letter of introduction from employer and payslips of the last three months if self-employed: business registration documents, tax clearance certificate, proof of active business (bills of lading, import declaration forms, invoices) Minors Applicants below 18 years of age are considered minors. If both parents do not accompany a minor: parental consent of both parents and copies of their passport/photo ID are required. In the case of sole parental custody, adequate proof must be provided (e.g. court order, death certificate of other parent). Additional requirements based on the purpose of travel Airport Transit Visa/residence permit for final destination. It is almost impossible to obtain a transit visa when your final destination is a visa-free country. Proof of purpose of trip to the country of final destination (e.g. invitation letter) Business Signed invitation letter from inviting company Proof of inviting company is registered Verifiable proof of business with inviting company or evidence of down payment, if applicable Letter from company in country of residence stating purpose of trip Visit Signed invitation letter and copy of host’s passport and residence permit. Invitation letters vary depending on the member state. Details on how to obtain invitation letters from various countries will be published on Jetsanza.com soon. Proof of family relation (e.g. birth certificate), if applicable If the purpose of the trip is attending a funeral: additionally death certificate of the deceased and confirmation of appointment from the funeral home Tourism Travel itinerary. See sample here. Medical Treatment Letter from local doctor stating diagnosis Letter from foreign hospital/doctor stating agreement to treat patient and expected duration of treatment. Overview of estimated costs of surgery/treatment. Proof of sufficient financial means for treatment and costs of living during the stay Proof of advance payment of at least 50% - receipt from foreign hospital/doctor Sports Letter of invitation from the organiser, inviting company or sports club Letter of introduction from Ghana Sports Council and/or respective sports association/federation that there is no objection for the applicant to engage in tournaments or trials for transfers. Proof of sporting ability (e.g. CV, world ranking, trophies, selection for national team, personal records) Cultural Letter of introduction of association and musician card & proof of musical activities For recording: studio contract & transfer slip for instalment of studio fees For lessons: contract stating duration and payment For festivals or concerts: detailed concert schedule, contract stating duration and payment Internship/Training/Language Course Letter from host institution or confirmed registration Information on length (working hours a week), if applicable Information on expected salary, if applicable Proof of payment of the course (for language courses/training) Trade Fair Visitors: trade fair ticket Exhibitors: confirmation of registration at the trade fair and proof of payment Letter of introduction from company in country of residence, company’s business registration documents, tax clearance certificate and bank statements of the last 3 to 6 months. Click on NEXT button to see who attends interview and what happens after submission. Interview Only Business Visa applications are scheduled for an interview. What happens next? After submission, the Visa Application Center forwards your application to the relevant Italian authorities to decide on your application. Processing time is 15 calendar days. You can also track your application online.

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