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Malta embassy & consulates in South Africa

Visa-free · 90 days$1,950/moSOS 112Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Malta has no resident embassy or consulate in South Africa on record.

Entry rules for Malta passport holders → South Africa:Visa-free· 90 days
Photo: South African Tourism from South Africa · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Malta missions in South Africa

Malta has no resident embassy or consulate in South Africa on record.

Entry rules for Malta passport holders

South AfricaVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Malta → South Africa

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
Malta → South Africa
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1949 Geneva format) with your national licence.
Malta → South Africa

Applying for a visa? South Africa missions in Malta

No South Africa mission in Malta on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Malta in South Africa?

No. Malta has no resident embassy or consulate in South Africa on record.

Do citizens of Malta need a visa for South Africa?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in South Africa?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 112), then contact the Malta embassy or consulate in South Africa for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.