A Type C Malta Visa is a short-stay Schengen visa issued for temporary visits. It is mainly given for tourism, business meetings, family visits, cultural events, or medical treatment. This visa allows you to stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. It does not permit long-term residence or employment in Malta. The Type C visa is the most common visa for travelers planning short trips to Malta and other Schengen countries.