TravelVisaRules

United States visa for Maltese citizens

Maltese citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to United States.

ETA required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (2 days ago)
Status
ETA required
Max stay
90 days
Official cost
40.27 USD
Before departure
Apply online before you fly

Cost note

ESTA fee. The official ESTA site currently shows a total fee of about USD 40.27.

What you need

  • biometric (e-passport) valid for at least 6 months after departure
  • approved ESTA before boarding
  • return or onward ticket

Official source

https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

Maltese citizens have been in the US Visa Waiver Program since Malta joined (2008). An approved ESTA is required before boarding. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until passport expiry, whichever comes first. Each stay is limited to 90 days for tourism or business.

Frequently asked questions

Do Maltese citizens need a visa for United States?
Maltese citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to United States. (ETA required.)
How long can Maltese passport holders stay in United States?
Up to 90 days.
How much does the United States entry cost for Maltese citizens?
The official fee is 40.27 USD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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