Document Checklist

You will need these 9

Every application needs these. A missing one is the commonest reason an application is returned.

Long-stay (D) visa application formCompleted and signed
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
PassportValid minimum 3 months beyond the extended stay, or at least 8 months of validity, issued within last 10 years
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
PhotoOne recent passport photo to ICAO standards
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Travel medical insuranceValid in Malta, covering any medical eventuality for the whole visa duration
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Proof of accommodationCovering the first month of the intended stay
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Proof of sufficient financial meansEvidence of funds to cover the stay in Malta
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Flight bookingProvisionally booked flight tickets
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Letter of acceptanceOriginal letter from the Maltese education institution with course details, duration and fees, with proof of payment
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Residence permit after arrival (Form N.01)Students apply in person in Malta; fee EUR 50; travel document valid minimum 6 months at submission; visa-exempt applicants within 3 months of entry
Source https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/non-employment-permits/study-research-trainees-volunteers-interns/

If it applies to you 2

Required only in certain cases, such as a sponsor, a study gap, a dependant or a particular course.

Letter from education establishmentFull-time students: letter indicating the course being followed
Source https://identita.gov.mt/central-visa-unit-national-visa-long-stay-visa/
Residence permit health insuranceRequired unless studying at University of Malta, MCAST or ITS
Source https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/non-employment-permits/study-research-trainees-volunteers-interns/

Document checklist for Malta (Master)

You will need these 9

If it applies to you 2