National Visa D - Diplomatic/Official
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Varies; typically expedited for diplomatic personnel
- Fee
- None (exempt)
- Validity
- Duration of diplomatic assignment; renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
National D Visa for diplomatic and official passport holders assigned to Malta for stays exceeding 90 days. Diplomatic passport holders from some countries may be exempt from short-stay visa requirements under bilateral agreements, but this varies by nationality. For short stays (up to 90 days), holders of diplomatic passports from many countries are exempt from the Schengen visa requirement. Long-stay diplomatic visas require supporting diplomatic documentation. Holders of a United Nations laissez-passer do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days regardless of nationality.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals holding diplomatic or official/service passports assigned to diplomatic missions, consular posts, or international organizations in Malta.
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Purpose of visit
Diplomatic assignment, official government business, or international organization posting in Malta.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 0; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm, ICAO compliant
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Long-stay D Visa application form for diplomatic purpose
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather diplomatic passport, credentials, note verbale, appointment confirmation, and photograph.
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Document submission
Submit application through diplomatic channels (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) or at the Maltese embassy.
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Processing wait
Processing is typically expedited for diplomatic personnel.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with diplomatic D Visa.