Applying for a Visa.
Applying for a visa can be done in two ways. One can either process the documents through any Consulate office or Embassy of Malta in your country or in certain cases we can assist you by following the instructions and by filling out an application form. All the necessary information and application form can be obtained by clicking here. Your application can either be faxed to us on +356 21372093 or sent by e-mail to(belsadmin@emalta.com). We shall then forward your application for processing to the local Immigration office. It is necessary that applications for visas are accompanied by full payment of all dues. On approval you shall receive a letter of confirmation which is then presented together with passport photos and a fee to the passport control officer on arrival in Malta. In the case that an application for a visa is rejected, all fees will be refunded with the exception of the visa processing fee.

Travel insurance
It is recommended to take out such an insurance policy before your departure to Malta
If you are unfortunate enough to lose any item of value during your holiday, you will almost certainly be unable to make an insurance claim on your return if you have failed to report the matter to the local authorities. Therefore, it is essential that such loss is immediately reported to the police and a report requested for by use by you or your insurers.

Health
The Main Hospital in Gozo is the Gozo General Hospital in Victoria. Tel: 21561600. PLEASE TAKE YOUR PASSPORT WITH YOU.

The emergency telephone numbers for an Ambulance is 196, Police 191 and Fire Services 199. The international number 112 for emergencies is also in use.

If you need a doctor urgently or medicine, ask the receptionist at your hotel or if you are staying at a host family, ask your host mother, The School Administrator at B.E.L.S. could also be of assistance.

Drugs are illegal on the Maltese Islands.

Alcohol & Tobacco is not permitted for persons under the age of 16.

Smoking is illegal acceptable indoors.

Festas & Public Holidays
As in most Mediterranean countries, festas (which are celebrated every year) are considered very special events. The Maltese people consider these feasts to be an important part of the island’s culture and its people.

In every town and village, the parish church is dedicated to a patron saint. Every year the patron saint is honoured with festivities. These religious events are celebrated with church services and religious processions whereby the statue of the patron saint is carried through the village streets. There are also outdoor festivities normally including loud fireworks displays and band marches. The parish churches are decorated with damask and silverware.

Holidays & Feasts
10th February FEAST OF ST. PAUL’S SHIPWRECK

19th March FEAST OF ST. JOSEPH

31st March FREEDOM DAY
National Holiday.

Good Friday & Easter Sunday.

1st May ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER - Labour Day

7th June SETTE GIUGNO
National Holiday Commemorative Ceremony at Palace Square. Valletta, in remembrance of the incidents of the 7th June 1919.

29th June MNARJA – FEAST OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
National Holiday is a traditional folkloristic event.

15th August FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION

8th September OUR LADY OF VICTORIES
National Holiday Commemorative ceremony in Valletta, celebrating the siege of 1565.

21st September. INDEPENDENCE DAY
National Holiday A programme of activities in various parts of the island celebrating Malta’s independence since 1964.

8th December THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
Public Holiday This feast is held In Victoria, Gozo.

13th December Republic Day
National Holiday In 1974 Malta became a Republic and this is celebrated with horse racing at Marsa.

25th December Christmas Day.