Malta•EuropeNational Long-Stay Visa (Volunteer)
At a Glance
1–2 months
EUR €100
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
For non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals, Malta provides a pathway for volunteers to enter and reside in the country through the National Long-Stay Visa (Type D). This visa serves as an entry authorization for individuals participating in recognized voluntary service schemes.
The National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) for volunteers is designed for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals participating in recognized voluntary service schemes in Malta. It facilitates legal entry and residence for the duration of a specific volunteering agreement. While it allows for an extension to complete the service, it does not provide a pathway to permanent residency or general work rights.
Stay & Extensions
| Status type | Tied to program duration |
Conversion Paths
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
MaltaeResidence Document (EU/EEA Registration Certificate)
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must participate in a 'Mobility Project for Young People: Voluntary Projects' or a similar scheme recognized by the European Union.
Activities must be non-remunerated (pocket money or reimbursement of expenses is permitted).
Must have a signed volunteering agreement with a permitted host entity in Malta.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed and signed Long-Stay Visa application form.
Valid travel document (passport) with at least 3 months of validity beyond the intended stay.
Evidence of sickness insurance covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals.
Evidence of sufficient financial resources to cover subsistence and return travel costs.
Volunteering agreement (describing the scheme, duration, placement, supervision, and hours).
Proof of accommodation.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Allows legal residence for recognized volunteer work
- Renewable for the duration of the service
Worth Knowing
- Does not grant general work authorization
- No direct pathway to permanent residency
- Requires proof of financial self-sufficiency
- Lack of a recognized volunteering agreement
- Inability to prove sufficient financial resources
- Lack of valid sickness insurance
Application Process
Secure a volunteering agreement with a recognized host entity in Malta.
Prepare all required documentation, including proof of funds and insurance.
Book an appointment at the nearest Maltese Embassy, Consulate, or authorized Visa Application Centre (e.g., VFS Global).
Submit the application and pay the applicable fees.
Upon arrival in Malta, you may be required to apply for a residence permit with Identità.
Application Forms
| Long-Stay Visa Application Form | Fill online |
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