Malta
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Revision as of 08:31, 8 March 2009
Malta
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Background
Some history about the country needs to be submitted here.
Describe the cruising/sailing in the region.
Climate & Weather
Submit the climate & general weather details here.
Sources of weather forecasting here.
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.
Arrival/Departure procedures
Arrival
The first port of call for visiting yachts MUST be at an official Port of Entry. Contact "Valletta Port Control" on VHF 12 or 16 before entry to the harbour. Yachts will normally be directed to the visitors dock in Msida Marina. It is best to time your arrival during office hours - in daylight. Pets (must be in compliance with the "Pet Passport") must be cleared by the Health Department vet before the vessel is allowed to berth. Malta Maritime Authority, Yacht Center, Msida Marina, Ta'Xbiex, MSD 011, Malta. Ph: +356 2133 2800, Fax: +356 2133 2141. Email
Departure
Departure clearance is obtained from the Customs and Immigration office at the Yacht Centre in Msida where a detailed crew list must be presented. Yachts must leave within 24 hours of clearing out.
Immigration, Visas & Customs
Immigration
Malta is a member of the Schengen Agreement.
Visas are not required for nationals of all European Union countries, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Switzerland, Uruguay, USA, UK Overseas Territories, Vatican City and Venezuela.
Visas are required by all other nationalities, obtainable from Maltese or British diplomatic missions abroad. Nationals from countries needing a visa and arriving aboard a yacht are usually granted a short-stay visa on arrival.
Customs
Yachts may remain for an indefinite period of time in Malta - crew stays are governed by the immigration allowances.
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and be will be held in custody.
PETS: Dogs and Cats fall under the European Regulations on non-commercial movement of pet animals (Pet Travel Scheme) and the usual conditions requiring a "Pet's Passport", microchip, current Rabies Vacination and Health Certificate apply in Malta.
Ports & Popular Stops
- Grand Harbour (Valletta) (Port of entry)
- Marsamxett Harbour (Port of entry)
- St Julians
- Gzira
Offshore Islands
Health & Security
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
Submit useful website links for the region
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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