Malta family reunification visa
1 current source-backed family reunification pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification residence permit | A third-country national may qualify for family reunification with a sponsor holding qualifying residence in Malta; eligible family normally includes a spouse or partner and dependent children, with sponsor housing and resources conditions. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification residence permit | Application fee (adult family member) | 50 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Application fee (child) | 50 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Application fee | 50 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 9 months | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | First permit valid for | 12 months | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Family member may work | with their own permit | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (Maltese) | Official source |
| Family reunification residence permit | Where to apply | online | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Family reunification residence permit | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |