Visa needed for travel to Egypt, Turkey, Morocco

Maltese nationals travelling to Egypt, Turkey and Morocco will as from tomorrow require an entry visa prior to their departure from Malta, the Department of Information said yesterday.

When contacted, a source at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Maltese government had introduced visas for nationals hailing from the three countries in question as a result of aligning its visa policy with that of the European Union.

Visitors from Egypt, Turkey and Morocco would need to have a visa in their possession to travel to Malta. These countries are among those whose nationals would require a visa in terms of EU regulations.

"The Maltese government will align its visa policy with that of the EU as smoothly as possible.

"The need for a visa would in no way hinder bona fide business people and visitors.

"Visas for Libyan nationals will be introduced on Malta's accession to the EU," the source said.