Working Holiday Visa
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Working Holiday Visa

Working Holiday

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Up to 12 months

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Visa for young people from eligible countries to work and travel in Malta. Bilateral agreements provide working rights.

Malta offers working holiday visas to young people from countries with which it has bilateral agreements, including Japan and other nations. This visa allows the holder to work and travel in Malta for up to 12 months, supporting youth exchange and cultural understanding.

Annual Visa Allocation

1,050 visas per year

The annual quota is 1,000 for Australian citizens and 50 for New Zealand citizens.

No lottery system

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Requirements

Language

English

Intermediate

Eligible Nationalities

This visa is available to citizens of: AU, NZ

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid for entire working holiday period

Passport photographs

Recent color photographs

Proof of funds

Bank statements or proof of financial support

Travel medical insurance

Valid comprehensive health insurance

Accommodation details

Where you'll stay in Malta

Criminal record certificate

From country of origin

Optional

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Advantages

  • Allows work and travel
  • No visa fee (typically)
  • Age group flexibility
  • Cultural exchange opportunity
  • Full work rights

Considerations

  • Age-restricted (18-30)
  • Limited to eligible countries
  • No pathway to residency
  • Single entry for some countries

Application Process

1

Check eligibility

Verify your country has bilateral working holiday agreement with Malta

2

Prepare documentation

Gather passport, travel insurance, proof of funds, accommodation details

3

Apply through embassy

Submit application at Malta embassy or consulate in your country

4

Biometric data

Provide fingerprints and photograph

5

Await decision

Processing time varies by country agreement

Application Forms

Working Holiday Visa Application

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