• Practical Info


    • Currency
      Currency and money in Malta Since 2008, Malta adopted the Euro as its currency. Several banks like HSBC, BOV and Banif can be found in different cities and they provide the best rates to change money, since other currencies are no longer accepted. There are ATM machines around commercial or tourist areas and all major credit cards are widely accepted.

      Costs and money in Malta
      Food is reasonably priced and transportation is cheap by European standards. It is common practice to round up a taxi fare or restaurant bill to leave a small tip but shops have fixed prices. Hotels and car rental agencies offer reduced rates in low seasons (October to May). Malta has very low rates for car rental. There’s an 18% value-added tax on most consumer items.

      Religion in Malta
      Malta is a Roman Catholic country (over 90% of the population). When visiting churches in Malta, dress respectfully and take off your hat and sunglasses. Make sure your knees and shoulders are covered. The churches most visited by tourists provide shawls and skirts for any inappropriately-dressed visitors. If there is a service already going on inside a church, you may be refused entry.

      Transportation in Malta
      All major forms of transportation can be found in Malta. Common buses offer a good service but you can also try open top double decker buses or the famous vintage buses for sightseeing. Taxis are available too. Renting a car in Malta is easy and cheap. It is a wonderful way to explore Malta and Gozo in your own time. There is GPS coverage of the Island by popular brands. Driving is on the left. To travel by water use the ferries to travel between the islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino or water taxis and private boat hiring for more exclusive trips. For a scenic view of the archipelago, take a helicopter tour or a seaplane service.

      Safety in Malta
      Malta is generally safe. It is considered one of the safest places in the world and there is almost no violent crime or political disturbances, which makes the country the ideal place to take your family or enjoy the splendid, safe nightlife in Malta.

      Documentation required into Malta
      As a member of the EU Schengen Agreement, entering Malta requires only an officially approved ID card from the European Community or EFTA citizens (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland). Visitors from other countries will generally need a passport to get into Malta. In no case will they need a visa for a stay of any length. Communications in Malta Malta has three mobile phone networks: Vodafone, Go Mobile and Melita Mobile. They are all probably part of your mobile service provider roaming plan. You can also find white labelled cell plans such as the Bay Mobiles plan that can offer alternative rates. Internet cafés and Wi-Fi zones are very abundant and have fast connection rates.

      Electricity in Malta
      In Malta, electricity has 230 Volts, 50Hz. UK-style three-pin square plugs are used Time zone in Malta GMT +1

      Health tips in Malta
      Tap water is safe for drinking, although the locals prefer bottled water mostly because of the taste. The Maltese sun can be quite hot. Avoid long exposures (like in every other country) and the period between 11am and 4pm; use sun lotion and drink plenty of liquids to avoid dehydration, specially when you’re in a wonderful beach in Malta.