§ Mr. Michael Lathamasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the current length of time for Maltese citizens wishing to emigrate to the United Kingdom: (a) having to wait for an interview with the United Kingdom High Commissioner in Malta and (b) having to wait for a decision on the application.
§ Mr. LuardAll applicants for entry clearance, for visit or for settlement, are seen without delay, or by appointment to meet their convenience, at the office of the United Kingdom High Commission in Malta. Except in a small minority of cases where decisions have to be referred for further inquiries, the decision on the application is given immediately within a few days.