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.
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