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Malta Postcodes

Malta

VLT 1117Europe7 chars
Total Codes

277

Code Length

7 chars

Provinces

68

Admin Levels

4

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Understanding Malta Postcodes

Registered letters to Malta need a compliant 7-character alphanumeric postcode (VLT 1117); MT clerks file items into the correct route bags using.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postcode format breakdown

Malta uses alphanumeric postcodes with 7 characters (example: VLT 1117). In our directory, these codes are organized from provinces down to villages.

Visual Structure

V
L
T
1
1
1
7

Registered letters to Malta need a compliant 7-character alphanumeric postcode (VLT 1117); MT clerks file items into the correct route bags using.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Malta organises areas for postcodes

Provinces(68)
Districts(68)
Communes(68)
Villages(73)
1

Province

68 total
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2

District

68 total
3

Commune

68 total
4

Village

73 total

Provinces Directory

Browse all 68 top-level divisions

Addressing Mail to Malta

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the postcode

Verify your postcode is complete (7 characters) before sending. Use our lookup tool to confirm accuracy.

Include all address levels

Write the full address hierarchy for best results.

Avoid abbreviations

Write out full province names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the postcode

Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to Malta

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Malta typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 7-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Malta postcodes

What is the postcode format for Malta?

Malta uses 7 characters in the postcode. An example is VLT 1117. Registered letters to Malta need a compliant 7-character alphanumeric postcode (VLT 1117); MT clerks file items into the correct route bags using.

How many provinces does Malta have?

Malta has 68 provinces with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postcode in Malta?

Use our free lookup or browse by province to find the exact postcode for your location.

Where do I write the postcode on a Malta address?

The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.