Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia

16/08/2026

The Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia is pleased to inform the public that it has reopened and resumed normal operations as of today, Sunday, 16 August 2026.

Please note that consular services may be requested through appointments via email at [email protected].

19/07/2026

The Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia wishes to inform the public that it will be temporarily closed from Sunday, 26 July 2026, through Saturday, 15 August 2026, inclusive, due to ongoing renovation works at its premises.

During this period, consular services will be unavailable. Information regarding the resumption of normal operations will be communicated in due course via the Embassy's official channels.

For any queries, members of the public may contact the Consular Section by email at [email protected].

The Embassy apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their understanding and cooperation.

27/05/2026

🌙 Eid Holiday Notice

The Embassy of Malta extends its warm wishes to all those celebrating Eid.

Please note that the Embassy will be closed for the Eid holidays from 28 May 2026 until 1 June 2026, and will reopen on 2 June 2026.

The Embassy thanks the public for their understanding and wishes everyone a peaceful and joyful Eid holiday.

22/05/2026

🇲🇹 Fil-Jum Ewropew tal-Ivvjaġġar Sigur Barra mill-Pajjiż, il-Ministeru għall-Affarijiet Barranin u t-Turiżmu jtenni l-impenn tiegħu lejn il-promozzjoni ta’ prattiċi tajbin għal qabel u waqt is-safar, kif ukoll li jkompli joffri gwida lil vjaġġaturi Maltin f’każi t’emerġenzi.

ℹ️ Biex tkun taf aktar żur consularplus.gov.mt

🇬🇧 On the European Day of Safe Travel Abroad, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism reaffirms its commitment to the promotion of safe travel practices before and during trips, while providing guidance to Maltese travellers in emergency situations.

ℹ️ Find out more - consularplus.gov.mt

29/03/2026

🇲🇹 Sejħa lill-Maltin li jgħixu barra!

Ingħaqad magħna għal korsijiet online tal-Malti bħala lingwa barranija biex issaħħaħ l-ħiliet lingwistiċi u il-wirt Malti tiegħek! Jekk m’għandekx għarfien jew għandek xi għarfien limitat tal-Malti, dawn il-korsijiet interattivi huma mfassla biex jgħinuk tkabbar l-għarfien tiegħek tal-lingwa Maltija.


Għażliet tal-Kors:

➡️ MQF Livell 1 : It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 08:00 - 11:00 jew It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa ,16:30 - 19:30 CET CET (jibdew 2 ta' Ġunju, għal 28 lezzjoni)

➡️ MQF livell 2: It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 12:30 - 15:30 CET jew It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (jibdew 2 ta' Ġunju, għal 28 lezzjoni)


Applika hawn: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9dnNNLhdvEmsugH2XMpoDSLTiBixBi5IpT7yBXS0wLNUMjlHSU1WOTZKMlMzWVhKNklZT0xaUlBWNS4u

Skadenza: 19 t’April 2026

🇬🇧 Calling all Maltese living abroad!

Join our online Maltese as a Foreign Language courses to strengthen your language skills and connect with your Maltese heritage! Whether you’re a beginner or have some prior knowledge, these interactive courses are designed to help you grow your understanding of the Maltese language.

Course Options

➡️ MQF Level 1: Tuesday & Friday, 08:00 - 11:00 CET or Tuesday & Friday, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (starting June 2, for 28 lessons)

➡️ MQF Level 2: Tuesday & Friday, 12:30 - 15:30 CET or Tuesday & Friday, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (starting June 2, for 28 lessons)


Apply here: : https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9dnNNLhdvEmsugH2XMpoDSLTiBixBi5IpT7yBXS0wLNUMjlHSU1WOTZKMlMzWVhKNklZT0xaUlBWNS4u

Deadline to Apply: 19 April 2026

03/03/2026

Security Advisory – Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia

The Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia has issued a shelter-in-place advisory for Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dhahran. We recommend that Maltese citizens in the Kingdom shelter in place immediately.

Maltese nationals in Saudi Arabia are advised to remain vigilant, review their travel plans for possible disruption, and take appropriate measures to ensure their personal safety and that of their families. Crises can develop rapidly, and having a personal safety plan in place is strongly recommended.

Recommended actions:
• Shelter in place where possible.
• Monitor official information sources and security updates.
• Avoid demonstrations, large gatherings, and areas with a heavy security presence.
• Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
• Follow the instructions of the Saudi authorities.

Local emergency numbers in Saudi Arabia:
• Unified emergency number: 911
• Police: 999
• Highway security: 996
• Ambulance: 997

In case of Emergency contact the Embassy's Emergency Phone on +966 55 974 7161

Also, please note that all consular appointments at the Embassy of Malta will be cancelled today.

01/03/2026

Ian Borg | Affarijiet Barranin

28/02/2026

A significant increase in regional tensions is currently being experienced across the Middle East and the Gulf region. Further escalation may result in travel disruptions and other unforeseen impacts.

The Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia advises Maltese nationals in Saudi Arabia to exercise caution and take sensible precautions, taking into account their individual circumstances.

Maltese nationals residing in Bahrain are advised to consider sheltering in place and to follow the instructions issued by local authorities.

Maltese nationals requiring consular assistance may contact the Embassy of Malta in Saudi Arabia:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +966 11 463 2345
Emergency mobile (outside Embassy hours): +966 55 974 7161

All Maltese nationals in the Middle East and the Gulf region are encouraged to remain vigilant and stay informed through official sources.

Ian Borg | Affarijiet Barranin

17/02/2026

The Embassy of Malta informs the esteemed public that during the holy month of Ramadan it will observe the following working hours: Sunday to Thursday, from 10:00 to 13:30.

Please note that the Embassy will be closed on Sunday, 22 February 2026, in observance of Saudi Founding Day.

Consular services are available by appointment only. Appointments may be booked by calling +966 11 463 2345 or by emailing [email protected]. The Embassy wishes Ramadan Kareem to all Muslims.

Affarijiet Barranin | Ian Borg

08/02/2026

Maltese citizens residing abroad, particularly those living in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Yemen, are invited to register below. This information will be used solely to offer assistance and support in the event of an emergency or consular crisis.

Ċittadini Maltin li jgħixu barra, b’mod partikolari dawk li jgħixu fl-Arabja Sawdija, fil-Bahrain u fil-Yemen, huma mistiedna jirreġistraw hawn taħt. Din l-informazzjoni se tintuża biss sabiex nipprovdu għajnuna u appoġġ f’każ ta’ emerġenza jew kriżi konsulari.

https://www.servizz.gov.mt/en/Pages/Other/Foreign-Affairs/Maltese-Communities-Abroad/WEB010/default.aspx

Ian Borg | Affarijiet Barranin

All Maltese citizens intending to travel and/or live abroad temporarily or permanently are urged to fill and sign the voluntary Notification D form.