Malta International Airport (MLA) — Transit Guide
Transit and entry requirements at Malta International Airport in Luqa, Malta
Quick Facts
Malta International Airport (MLA) is a Schengen Area airport in Luqa, Malta. Transiting here may require ETIAS or a transit visa depending on your nationality.
Airport MLA
City Luqa
Country Malta
Schengen Yes
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Airport Code MLA
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City Luqa
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Country Malta
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Schengen Yes
Transit at Malta International Airport
Malta International Airport (MLA) is located in Luqa, Malta. As a Schengen Area airport, transiting here may require ETIAS or a Schengen transit visa, depending on your nationality.
If you're connecting between two flights that both stay within the Schengen Area, no additional entry is required. If arriving from outside the Schengen Area, you'll pass through border control.
Transit Requirements at Malta International Airport by Nationality
- EU/EEA citizens Transit freely with passport or national ID. No visa, ETIAS, or other authorization needed.
- Visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, Canada, etc.) Can transit without a visa. ETIAS will be required from Q4 2026 (€20) — even for airside transit.
- Visa-required nationals May need a Schengen Airport Transit Visa (ATV) even for airside connections. Check with the embassy of Malta.
Transit FAQs — Malta International Airport (MLA)
Do I need a visa to transit through Malta International Airport?
It depends on your nationality. EU citizens transit freely. Visa-exempt nationals will need ETIAS from Q4 2026. Some nationalities need a Schengen transit visa even for airside transit.
Is Malta International Airport a Schengen airport?
Yes. Malta International Airport is in Malta, a Schengen Area member. Arriving from outside the Schengen Area means passing through border control.
Can I leave the airport during a layover?
If you have valid entry authorization (ETIAS, Schengen visa, or EU passport), you can leave the airport and visit Luqa during your layover.
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