Okay, so, I wanted to get a Maltese driving license, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey. I started by doing some digging online. I found some info, but nothing beats doing it yourself, right?
First things first, I checked out what kind of license I needed. Turns out, it depends on the vehicle you’re driving. Different sizes, different categories. I made a note of the category for my car.
Then, I found that if you’re traveling outside of the EU, you might need an International driving permit. You have to carry both your license and logbook. I did not need this one, but still good to know.

Next, I looked into the requirements. You need a valid residence card or a Maltese ID, which I already had. Phew! Then, there’s a medical exam. I scheduled an appointment and passed it without any problems. After that, it was time for the Theory Test. I studied the materials, took the test, and passed that too.
Finally, I had to pass the practical driving test. The instructors were pretty strict, but it was helpful to understand what I needed to pay special attention to. I took the lessons seriously, practiced a lot, and eventually, I passed the test!
Here’s a simple breakdown of what I did:
- Checked the required driving license category.
- Learned about the International driving permit (not needed in my case).
- Confirmed I had a valid residence card or Maltese ID.
- Scheduled and passed a medical examination.
- Studied for and passed the Theory Test.
- Took driving lessons.
- Practiced driving.
- Passed the practical driving test.
So yeah, that’s my experience getting a Maltese driving license. It took some time and effort, but I got it done. Now I can drive around Malta with no problem. It was totally worth it!