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06.05.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?Partially Malta adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Malta are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Entry restrictions depend on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included among Malta’s corridor countries. Travellers coming from one of Malta’s corridor countries are allowed to enter the country, while travellers coming from countries on the "Red" list are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta cannot transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers coming from a corridor country or allowed to enter Malta are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. Is a quarantine required? Travellers arriving from corridor countries who fail to produce a Covid-19 test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: Contact Points for Malta: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Malta adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Malta are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Entry restrictions depend on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included among Malta’s corridor countries. Travellers coming from one of Malta’s corridor countries are allowed to enter the country, while travellers coming from countries on the "Red" list are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta cannot transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers coming from a corridor country or allowed to enter Malta are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. Travellers who fail to produce such a test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. The list includes the following countries:
Is a quarantine required? Travellers arriving from corridor countries who fail to produce a Covid-19 test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: May I transit this country?Partially As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. Additionally, for Malta, the following rules apply: Transit is only permitted for people who can declare that they have been staying in a Public Health Corridor (PHC) country for the two weeks prior to travelling to Malta. Find out more: General measuresThe maximum number of people who can gather in public has been reduced to 2, with the exception of people belonging to the same household. In the case of non-compliance with this requirement, a fine of €300 applies. Specific sector guidelines are available at www.covid19health.gov.mt Use of facemasksThe use of facemasks is mandatory for people from the age of 3 in all public places both indoors and outdoors (especially on public transport, airport terminal, retail outlets and ferries) and it is strongly recommended to wear a facemask when visiting elderly or vulnerable people. In case of non-compliance with the measure, a fine of 100 Euros; (reduced to 50 Euros on admission of fault and payment) will be imposed. Find out more: Welcome to Malta - How to stay safe Standards for the use of masks and visors Physical DistancingPhysical distancing (2 metres) and other public health measures such as hand hygiene and use of facemasks are required according to specific sector guidelines. Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/MLT/7001
31.03.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?PARTIALLY Malta adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Malta are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Entry restrictions depend on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included among Malta’s corridor countries. Travellers coming from one of Malta’s corridor countries are allowed to enter the country, while travellers coming from countries on the "Red" list are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta cannot transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers coming from a corridor country or allowed to enter Malta are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. Is a quarantine required? Travellers arriving from corridor countries who fail to produce a Covid-19 test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: Contact Points for Malta: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus As of 22 December 2020, unauthorised travel to and from the UK will not be allowed. Maltese citizens or people with a valid residence permit who are currently in the UK will be able to return to Malta, subject to the presentation of a negative PCR test for COVID-19 taken no longer than 72 hours prior to their arrival. These travellers will undergo further testing upon arrival and between day 5 and 7 of the mandatory 14-day quarantine. ____________________ Certain restrictions may apply, depending on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included on the Green, Amber or Red list. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers coming from a corridor country or allowed to enter Malta are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. Travellers who fail to produce such a test, may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. The list includes the following countries:
Red List All the other countries not included on the Green or Amber List are automatically included on the "Red List". Travellers coming from these countries are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta must not transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. It is also recommended that these passengers undertake a PCR test within 72 hours prior to arrival. Is a quarantine required? Travellers arriving from corridor countries who fail to produce a Covid-19 test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: May I transit this country?PARTIALLY As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. Additionally, for Malta, the following rules apply: Transit is only permitted for people who can declare that they have been staying in a Public Health Corridor (PHC) country for the two weeks prior to travelling to Malta. Find out more: General measuresThe maximum number of people who can gather in public has been reduced to 2, with the exception of people belonging to the same household. In the case of non-compliance with this requirement, a fine of €300 applies. Specific sector guidelines are available at www.covid19health.gov.mt Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksThe use of facemasks is mandatory for people from the age of 3 in all public places both indoors and outdoors (especially on public transport, airport terminal, retail outlets and ferries) and it is strongly recommended to wear a facemask when visiting elderly or vulnerable people. In case of non-compliance with the measure, a fine of 100 Euros; (reduced to 50 Euros on admission of fault and payment) will be imposed. Find out more: Welcome to Malta - How to stay safe Standards for the use of masks and visors Physical DistancingPhysical distancing (2 metres) and other public health measures such as hand hygiene and use of facemasks are required according to specific sector guidelines. Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/MLT/7001
28.01.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?PARTIALLY Malta adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Malta are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Entry restrictions depend on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included on the Green, Amber or Red list. Is a coronavirus test required? Green List Travellers coming from the "Green List" can enter the country without restrictions. They will only be subject to a health screening at the airport and will be asked to fill in a self-declaration form requesting information on their travel destinations in the previous 30 days, confirming that they have not travelled anywhere outside the safe countries list. The list includes the following countries:
Amber List Travellers arriving from the "Amber List" must provide proof of a negative PCR test for COVID-19, performed within 72 hours prior to their arrival to Malta. Travellers who fail to produce such a test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. The list includes the following countries:
Red List All the other countries not included on the Green or Amber List are automatically included on the "Red List". Travellers coming from these countries are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta must not transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. Is a quarantine required? Travellers arriving from countries belonging to the "Amber List" who fail to produce a Covid-19 test may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Mandatory Travel Documentation All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: Contact Points for Malta: Covid-19 Helpline: 111 Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus As of 22 December 2020, unauthorised travel to and from the UK will not be allowed. Maltese citizens or people with a valid residence permit who are currently in the UK will be able to return to Malta, subject to the presentation of a negative PCR test for COVID-19 taken no longer than 72 hours prior to their arrival. These travellers will undergo further testing upon arrival and between day 5 and 7 of the mandatory 14-day quarantine. ____________________ Certain restrictions may apply, depending on whether the traveller is coming from a country that is included on the Green, Amber or Red list. Green List Travellers coming from the "Green List" can enter the country without restrictions. They will only be subject to a health screening at the airport and will be asked to fill in a self-declaration form requesting information on their travel destinations in the previous 30 days, confirming that they have not travelled anywhere outside the safe countries list. The list includes the following countries:
Amber List Travellers arriving from the "Amber List" must provide proof of a negative PCR test for COVID-19, performed within 72 hours prior to their arrival to Malta. Travellers who fail to produce such a test, may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. For increased security, random swab tests may be conducted on passengers upon arrival at the Malta International Airport. The list includes the following countries:
Red List All the other countries not included on the Green or Amber List are automatically included on the "Red List". Travellers coming from these countries are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. People coming to Malta must not transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. All persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. Find out more: May I transit this country?PARTIALLY Transit is only permitted for people who can declare that they have been staying in a Public Health Corridor (PHC) country for the two weeks prior to travelling to Malta. Find out more: General measuresIn public places, groups of more than 6 people are prohibited. In case of non-compliance with this requirement, a fine of 200 Euro applies. Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksThe use of facemasks is mandatory for people from the age of 3 in all public places both indoors and outdoors (especially on public transport, airport terminal, retail outlets and ferries) and it is recommended when visiting elderly or vulnerable people. In case of non-compliance with the measure, a fine of 100 € (reduced to 50 € on admission of fault and payment) will be imposed. To know more: Welcome to Malta - How to stay safe Stardards for the use of masks and visors Physical DistancingPhysical distancing (2 metres) and other public health measures such as hand hygiene and use of facemasks are required according to sector guidelines available at: www.covid19health.gov.mt
15.12.2020 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
Entry RestrictionsTravelling from EU Member States + Schengen Associated countries is allowed without restrictions if they are classified as part of the Public Health Corridor (PHC). Travellers are allowed to enter Malta as long as they have stayed in a "corridor country" for a minimum of 14 days. Persons coming to Malta must not transit through airports located outside the list of corridor countries. Travellers arriving from high-risk countries must provide proof of a negative PCR test for COVID-19, performed within 72 hours prior to their arrival to Malta. Travellers who fail to produce such a test, may be tested upon arrival in Malta and may be subject to quarantine. Travellers coming from the list of safe countries will only be subject to a health screening at the airport and will be asked to fill a self-declaration form requesting information on their travel destinations in the previous 30 days, confirming that they have not travelled anywhere outside the safe countries list. Mandatory Travel DocumentationAll persons travelling to Malta must complete the Public Health Travel Declaration and the Passenger Locator Form. What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?The travel ban has been lifted for third countries with which Malta has establish a Public Health Corridor (PHC), as defined by epidemiological criteria. The list of PHC Third Countries comprises Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, China, Rwanda, Uruguay, Japan, Morocco, Thailand, Lebanon, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Jordan, Tunisia. Travel from other third-countries is allowed only on humanitarian grounds or if their travel is deemed essential as well as for MT ID card holders or MT residency permit holders, following a specific authorisation issued by the Superintendent of Public Health. May I transit this country?
Transit is only permitted for people who can declare that they have been staying in a Public Health Corridor (PHC) country for the two weeks prior to travelling to Malta. Find out more:Documents you need to travel in Europe
11.09.2020 Travelling to Malta Travelling from Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein, as well as the United Kingdom, Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City State and Republic of San Marino, is allowed without restrictions. All these countries are considered to be part of a Public Health Corridor (PHC). The official list is available at health.gov.mt Third-country nationals The travel ban has been lifted for third countries with which Malta has establish a Public Health Corridor (PHC), as defined by epidemiological criteria. The list of PHC third countries comprises Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, China, Rwanda, Uruguay, Japan, Morocco, Thailand, Tunisia, Lebanon, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Jordan. Travel from other third-countries is allowed only on humanitarian grounds or if their travel is deemed essential as well as for MT ID card holders or MT residency permit holders, following a specific authorisation issued by the Superintendent of Public Health. Travelling from Malta or returning to Malta As holders of Malta residency permits (please send scanned copies of your documents to covid19.vetting@gov.mt), you will be able to travel directly to Malta and adhere to the Medical Protocol for testing and quarantine of persons arriving in Malta, which includes: Full 14 day quarantine from the date of arrival must also be observed. Both you and your household members have to undergo the quarantine. If you are the only returning traveller, you must not get in contact with any other member of your household. The quarantine period needs to be observed in full, regardless of any negative swab results. Rules and Exceptions Mandatory Travel Documentation Links to national sources Health.gov.mt |
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17.04.2020 Goods: Passengers: Start date: 10.03.2020 End date: until further notice All flights carrying passengers are banned, except flights for humanitarian reasons pre-authorised by the health authorities. Cargo aircrafts are exempt from measure. Start date: 21.03.2020 End date: until further notice Others Following Port Notice 6/2020, instructions have been issued on 4th April 2020 that bunkers surveyors, technicians and other personnel are not allowed to board or disembark any sea going vessel both within and outside Maltese territorial waters. Additionally, the transfer of such personnel between sea going vessels is not permitted. Start date: 04.04.2020 End date: until further notice Useful links: |
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Suspension of all direct passenger flights to/from Germany, Spain, France and Switzerland Malta has notified a flight suspension of all direct passenger flights to/from Germany, Spain, France and Switzerland under Art. 21 of Regulation 1008/2008. Exemptions include flights for cargo, humanitarian and repatriation purposes. Start date: 11.03.2020 End date: 25.03.2020 |
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30.06.2020 As from 1 July, Malta will open borders with the following countries: Austria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France (except for Ile-de-France), Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy (except for Emilia-Romagne, Lombardy and Piemonte), Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland (except for Katowice Airport), Slovakia and Spain (except for Madrid, Catalonia, Castilla-La Mancha, Castile and Leon). Upon arrival in Malta, travellers must sign a declaration that they have spent the past 30 days in a country on the “safe list”. Outside the EU, Iceland, Israel, Norway and Switzerland are on the list of countries from which people are allowed to travel to Malta. People urgently travelling to Malta from countries other than those mentioned above have to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Source: Maltese government
08.04.2020
Sea and air passenger transport is banned until further notice; There are currently no restrictions on either sea or air freight, between Malta and the continent.. Hauliers are urged to send unattended trucks and goods on RoRo vessels and to keep one team of drivers in Malta as well as one on the continent. In cases where this is not possible, a maximum of 2 drivers per truck will be permitted to disembark, however they may be subject to quarantine.
Malta has notified the EC of a temporary relaxation in the driving and rest time regulations set out in Reg. (EC) 561/2006. The maximum daily driving limit is now 11 hours, and the daily rest has been reduced to 9 hours. This temporary relaxation will apply until 16 April, 2020. Source: ITF
16.03.2020 The Maltese Government has just announced that from tomorrow, March 17th, quarantine will be obligatory also for drivers arriving with their trucks in Malta. Hence, to avoid quarantine, transport companies should ship the trailer / container unaccompanied. Source:ATTO
16.03.2020 Persons entering Malta from any other country from 13:00CET on 13 March 2020 onwards must spend 14 days in mandatory quarantine. Up to now, Roro vessels for goods transport are running normally to and from Malta. So far, truck drivers are exempted from the 14-quarantine provision. Sources: Ministry of Health and ATTO |