Malta Work Permit: Travel to Schengen Countries

"If you currently hold a Malta work visa (national long-stay D visa), then yes — you can travel to other Schengen countries under certain conditions.

Here’s how it works:

✅ Short visits allowed:

You may travel to other Schengen Area countries (like Italy, France, Germany, Spain, etc.) for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

⚠️ Important rules:

Your primary residence must remain in Malta since your visa is issued by Malta.

You cannot work or study in another Schengen country using your Malta work visa.

Always carry your passport and residence permit when traveling — border authorities may ask for them.

If you plan to stay longer than 90 days or work in another country, you’ll need to apply for a work or residence permit in that specific country.

✅ Example:

If you’re employed in Malta and want to visit France or Italy for a short vacation, you can do so freely without applying for another visa."