25 Apr 2022 | 07:49 PM UTC
Malta: Authorities to ease COVID-19 international entry and domestic restrictions from May 2 /update 36
Malta to ease certain COVID-19-related restrictions on international entry and domestic activities from May 2.
Event
Authorities in Malta plan to ease international entry restrictions and domestic measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19. Effective May 2, arriving travelers will no longer need to fill out a Passenger Locator Form. At the same time, persons living in the same household as an individual who has tested positive will no longer need to quarantine; a requirement to self-isolate for up to 10 days will only apply to the person who actually tested positive. In addition, the use of facemasks will no longer be required in most public spaces; facemasks will only remain mandatory on flights and in hospitals. Furthermore, there will be no limits on social events.
Domestic Restrictions
Under existing regulations in effect until May 2, businesses and services are permitted to operate subject to certain health requirements. Facemasks are mandatory in enclosed public spaces and at large events.
International Entry Restrictions
Malta classifies all countries as either "Red Zones" or "Dark Red Zones" depending on epidemiological risk. Travelers from countries classified as Red Zones are permitted to enter Malta provided they possess an approved certificate of vaccination or recovery or a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours prior to arrival.
Most travelers from countries classed as Dark Red Zone are prohibited from entering Malta. Only citizens and residents of Malta, as well as persons traveling for essential reasons as determined by the Superintendent of Public Health, may enter the country from Dark Red Zones. To access the application for travel authorization from a Dark Red Zone, click here. Permitted travelers must present a negative result from a PCR test taken in the 72 hours prior to arrival and observe a 14-day quarantine period; quarantine can be ended early if the traveler has a valid vaccination certificate and receives a negative result from a PCR test taken between the fifth and seventh day of self-isolation.
To view the full list of Dark Red and Red Zone locations, along with detailed entry requirements, including accepted vaccine certificates, click here.
Under existing regulations valid until May 2, all arrivals must complete a digital passenger locator form before travel; to access the form, click here.
All restrictions are subject to amendment at short notice in response to government reviews.
Advice
Confirm all travel plans and business appointments. Follow all official directives. Abide by national health and safety measures. Carry proper identification and other necessary travel documents to present at security checks; remain polite and nonconfrontational with border officials. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Consider delaying travel if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19.
