Malta's Identità Lists Grounds for Long-Stay Visa Revocation

Malta's immigration authority, Identità, has published five grounds under which the Maltese government can revoke or annul a long-stay visa held by a foreign national. The first ground is the discovery of false or misleading information submitted during the application process or thereafter.

The second reason is non-compliance with the terms of the visa, such as engaging in unauthorized employment. Thirdly, if a visa holder poses a risk to public safety, public order, or national interest, their visa may be canceled.

A significant change in the holder's personal circumstances that affects their eligibility for the visa is another reason for revocation. Lastly, a visa holder can request their own visa to be revoked.

Once a visa is revoked, the individual is notified in writing and must leave Malta unless otherwise specified. Failure to comply can lead to legal consequences, including an entry ban.

Applicants whose visa applications are refused have 15 days to appeal to the Immigration Appeals Board.