Welcome to the website of the Embassy of the Republic of Malta to the United States of America.

Diplomatic relations with the United States of America were established on 21 September 1964. The Embassy of Malta in Washington, D.C., serves as the diplomatic bridge between Malta and the United States, fostering closer political, economic, and cultural relations between the two countries. The Embassy plays a pivotal role in promoting Malta’s foreign policy objectives and represents Malta’s interests in the US.

This Embassy also serves as:
• The High Commission of the Republic of Malta to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas
• The Embassy of the Republic of Malta to the Mexican United States

Politically, the Embassy engages in high level dialogues, advocating for Malta’s positions on international, regional, and bilateral issues, and collaborating with US counterparts on matters of mutual concern. It serves, as a platform for diplomatic exchanges and facilitates communication across all levels of government.

On the economic front, the Embassy promotes trade and investment opportunities between Malta and the US, working to strengthen commercial and economic ties, facilitating business partnerships, and attracting foreign direct investment to Malta.

Culturally, the Embassy promotes Malta’s rich cultural heritage and traditions to American audiences through various events, exhibitions, and exchanges. It fosters closer people-to-people relations and promotes mutual understanding.

The Embassy is also committed to providing an efficient and effective consular service to the large Maltese diaspora in the US also through its Consulate General in New York City, as well as its network of Honorary Consuls across the US. The Embassy provides full consular services – a detailed explanation of these services is available on this website.

This website provides information about the Embassy’s ongoing activities and initiatives. It also seeks to serve as a link between Malta and the Maltese community in the US.