Malta Visa Free Countries 2022: List for Malta Passport Holders

List of visa-free countries for Malta passport holders

A Malta passport is one of the strongest in the world. The reason is that its holders may visit 185 countries and territories without obtaining a visa in advance.

In 34 of these countries, a visa is issued on arrival. In another 11 countries, an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) is required. In the remaining 140 countries and territories, a visa is not required.

The duration of stay depends on each country.

The list of visa-free countries for Malta passport holders and entry visa requirements for Maltese citizens are constantly changing due to the geopolitical situation in the world. Therefore, we recommend that you check the current entry conditions on the website of the consulate of the country you are going to visit before travelling.

The complete list of visa-free countries for Malta citizense citizens

Europe

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Albania	Visa-free	Albania is a country located in the south of Europe. Malta citizens can stay there for 90 days.
2	Andorra	Visa-free	Andorra is a small country situated between Spain and France. With a Malta passport, you can enter visa-free and stay there for an unlimited time.
3	Austria	Visa-free	Maltese citizens have freedom of movement in Austria with a valid ID card.
4	Belarus	Visa-free	Belarus is an East European country that allows Malta citizens 30 days of visa-free entry.
5	Belgium	Visa-free	Maltese citizens can stay in Belgium for an unlimited time.
6	Bosnia and Herzegovina	Visa-free	An East European country that allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
7	Bulgaria	Visa-free	Bulgaria allows unlimited visa-free entry.
8	Croatia	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Croatia for an unlimited period of time.
9	Cyprus	Visa-free	Cyprus is an island state that allows Malta passport holders freedom of movement for any period.
10	Czech Republic	Visa-free	The Czech Republic allows an unlimited period of stay for Malta citizens.
11	Denmark	Visa-free	Denmark is a country located in the north of Europe. Maltese citizens may stay there for an unlimited period.
12	Estonia	Visa-free	This Baltic state allows Malta passport holders entry visa-free. There are no restrictions on the time of stay.
13	Faroe Islands	Visa-free	The Faroe Islands are a part of Denmark, but they are not members of the Schengen Area. Malta citizens may visit them for 90 days without a visa.
14	Finland	Visa-free	Finland is located in the north of Europe. Malta citizens can travel to Finland and stay there for any period.
15	France	Visa-free	France allows Malta citizens unlimited visa-free entry.
16	Georgia	Visa-free	Georgia allows one-year visa-free entry for Malta citizens.
17	Germany	Visa-free	Germany allows unlimited visa-free entry.
18	Gibraltar	Visa-free	Gibraltar is a British overseas territory that mainly follows the UK visa policy. Malta citizens may stay there for 180 days a year.
19	Greece	Visa-free	This South European country allows Malta passport holders visa-free entry. There are no restrictions on the time of stay.
20	Greenland	Visa-free	Greenland is an autonomous island state belonging to Denmark. Malta citizens may stay there for 90 days without a visa.
21	Hungary	Visa-free	Hungary allows Malta citizens unlimited visa-free entry.
22	Iceland	Visa-free	Malta citizens may travel to Iceland with unhindered freedom of movement with a valid ID card.
23	Ireland	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Ireland for an unlimited period.
24	Italy	Visa-free	Italy allows Malta citizens unlimited visa-free entry.
25	Kosovo	Visa-free	Kosovo is a partially recognised country in Southeast Europe. Malta citizens can stay there for 90 days.
26	Latvia	Visa-free	Latvia is a Baltic country that allows unlimited visa-free entry for Malta citizens.
27	Liechtenstein	Visa-free	Liechtenstein is a small country with a border with France, Belgium and Germany. Malta citizens can stay there for an unlimited period.
28	Lithuania	Visa-free	This Baltic country allows unlimited visa-free entry for Malta citizens.
29	Luxembourg	Visa-free	Liechtenstein is a small country that has a border with France, Belgium and Germany. Malta citizens can stay there for an unlimited period of time.
30	Moldova	Visa-free	This East European country allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
31	Monaco	Visa-free	Monaco is a small country located near France. There are no restrictions on staying there for Malta citizens.
32	Montenegro	Visa-free	Montenegro is a country in Southeast Europe that allows Malta passport holders to stay for 90 days visa-free.
33	Netherlands	Visa-free	Maltese citizens can travel to the Netherlands with unhindered freedom of movement with a valid ID card.
34	North Macedonia	Visa-free	It is a country in Southeast Europe where Malta passport holders can stay for 90 days visa-free.
35	Norway	Visa-free	Maltese citizens benefit from unhindered freedom of movement in Norway.
36	Poland	Visa-free	Poland allows Malta citizens unlimited visa-free entry.
37	Portugal	Visa-free	This southern country allows unlimited visa-free entry for Malta passport holders.
38	Romania	Visa-free	Romania is a country in Southeast Europe that allows unlimited visa-free entry.
39	San Marino	Visa-free	San Marino is a small country surrounded by Italy. Malta citizens can stay there for an unlimited period.
40.	Serbia	Visa-free	This Balkan country allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
41	Slovakia	Visa-free	Slovakia is located in Central Europe. Malta citizens can stay there for an unlimited period.
42	Slovenia	Visa-free	This Central European country allows Maltese passport holders unlimited visa-free entry.
43	Spain	Visa-free	Spain allows unlimited visa-free entry.
44	Sweden	Visa-free	Sweden is a North European country that allows an unlimited period of stay for Malta passport holders.
45	Switzerland	Visa-free	Switzerland allows unlimited visa-free entry.
46	Turkey	Visa-free	Turkey allows Malta citizens to stay there for 90 days.
47	Ukraine	Visa-free	This East European country allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
48	United Kingdom	Visa-free	Malta citizens may visit the UK visa-free and stay there for up to six months.
49	Vatican City	Visa-free	The Vatican City has no restrictions on staying for Malta citizens.

Americas

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Argentina	Visa-free	Argentina allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
2	Belize	Visa-free	Belize is a small country on the northeastern coast of Central America. Malta citizens can stay there for 30 days visa-free.
3	Bermuda	Visa-free	Bermuda is a British overseas territory. It allows 21 days visa-free stay for Malta passport holders.
4	Bolivia	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can stay in Bolivia for 90 days. They get a visa on arrival.
5	Brazil	Visa-free	Brazil allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
6	Canada	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System to travel to Canada. The allowed period of stay is 180 days.
7	Chile	Visa-free	Chile allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
8	Colombia	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Colombia for 180 days visa-free.
9	Costa Rica	Visa-free	Costa Rica is a country in Central America. The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
10	Ecuador	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
11	El Salvador	Visa-free	El Salvador is a small country in Central America. The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
12	Falkland Islands	Visa-free	The Falkland Islands are an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean. Malta citizens can stay there for 30 days visa-free.
13	French Guiana	Visa-free	French Guiana is an overseas territory of France. There are no restrictions on staying in French Guiana for Malta citizens.
14	Guatemala	Visa-free	The allowed visa-free period for Malta citizens is 90 days.
15	Honduras	Visa-free	The allowed visa-free period for Malta citizens is 90 days.
16	Mexico	Visa-free	The duration of visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 180 days.
17	Nicaragua	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Nicaragua for 90 days visa-free.
18	Panama	Visa-free	The allowed visa-free period for Malta citizens is 180 days.
19	Paraguay	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Paraguay for 90 days visa-free.
20	Peru	Visa-free	The allowed visa-free period for Malta citizens is 90 days.
21	United States	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation to travel to the USA. The allowed period of stay is 90 days.
22	Uruguay	Visa-free	Uruguay allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
23	Venezuela	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Venezuela for 90 days visa-free.

Asia

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Bangladesh	Visa on arrival	Bangladesh is a country in South Asia. The visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 30 days.
2	Brunei	Visa-free	Brunei is a small Southeast Asia country. Maltese passport holders can stay there for 90 days visa-free.
3	Cambodia	Visa on arrival	Cambodia is a Southeast Asia country. The visa-free period for Malta citizens is 30 days.
4	Hong Kong (SAR China)	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Hong Kong for 90 days visa-free.
5	Indonesia	Visa-free	Indonesia allows 30 days of visa-free entry.
6	Japan	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Japan for 90 days visa-free.
7	Kazakhstan	Visa-free	Kazakhstan is a big country located in Central Asia. Malta passport holders can stay there for 30 days visa-free.
8	Kyrgyzstan	Visa-free	Kyrgyzstan is a country in Central Asia. It allows Malta citizens to stay for 60 days visa-free.
9	Laos	Visa on arrival	Laos is a country located in southeast Asia. The visa-free period for Malta citizens is 30 days.
10	Macao (SAR China)	Visa-free	Macao allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
11	Malaysia	Visa-free	The visa-free period for Malta citizens is 90 days.
12	Maldives	Visa on arrival	The Maldives allows 30 days of visa-free entry.
13	Mongolia	Visa on arrival	This country allows Malta citizens to stay for 30 days visa-free.
14	Nepal	Visa on arrival	Malta passport holders can stay in Nepal for 90 days visa-free.
15	Pakistan	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System to travel to Pakistan. The allowed period of stay is 30 days.
16	Philippines	Visa-free	The visa-free period for Malta citizens is 30 days.
17	Singapore	Visa-free	Singapore allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
18	South Korea	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in South Korea for 90 days visa-free.
19	Sri Lanka	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System to travel to Sri Lanka. The allowed period of stay is 30 days.
20	Taiwan	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Taiwan for 90 days visa-free.
21	Tajikistan	Visa on arrival	Tajikistan is a country in Central Asia that allows Malta citizens to stay for 45 days visa-free.
22	Thailand	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can stay in Thailand for 15 days. They obtain a visa on arrival.
23	Timor-Leste	Visa-free	It is a country located in Southeast Asia. The duration of the visa-free period for Malta citizens is 90 days.
24	Uzbekistan	Visa-free	Uzbekistan is a country in Central Asia that allows Malta citizens to stay for 30 days visa-free.

Africa

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Botswana	Visa-free	Botswana is a country in the south of Africa. Malta citizens can stay there for 90 days visa-free.
2	Burkina Faso	Visa on arrival	This West African country allows Malta citizens to stay for one month visa-free.
3	Cape Verde Islands	Visa-free	Cape Verde Islands are situated in the Atlantic Ocean. Maltese passport holders can stay there for 30 days visa-free.
4	Comoros Islands	Visa on arrival	Comoros Islands is an archipelago located in the Indian Ocean. It offers 45 days of visa-free period for Malta citizens,
5	Egypt	Visa on arrival	Egypt allows 30 days of entry. The visa is issued on arrival.
6	Eswatini (Swaziland)	Visa-free	Eswatini is a small country in the south of Africa. It allows Malta citizens to stay for 30 days visa-free.
7	Gabon	Visa on arrival	Gabon is a country in Central Africa. For Malta citizens, it issues visas on arrival for 90 days.
8	Gambia	Visa-free	The Gambia offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
9	Guinea-Bissau	Visa on arrival	Guinea-Bissau is a country in the west of Africa. For Malta citizens, it issues a visa on arrival for 90 days.
10	Lesotho	Visa-free	Lesotho is a country surrounded by South Africa. It allows Malta citizens to stay for 90 days in visa-free conditions.
11	Madagascar	Visa on arrival	To stay in Madagascar for 90 days, Malta citizens must obtain a visa on arrival.
12	Malawi	Visa on arrival	Malawi is a country in the southeast of Africa. It issues a visa on arrival for 30 days.
13	Mauritania	Visa on arrival	Mauritania is a country in the west of Africa. For Malta citizens, it issues a visa on arrival for 30 days.
14	Mauritius	Visa-free	Mauritius offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
15	Mayotte	Visa-free	Mayotte is an overseas region of France. Therefore, Malta citizens benefit from the unhindered freedom of movement there.
16	Morocco	Visa-free	Morocco allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
17	Mozambique	Visa on arrival	Mozambique allows 30 days of visa-free entry.
18	Reunion	Visa-free	Reunion is an overseas part of France. There are no restrictions on staying for Malta citizens.
19	Rwanda	Visa on arrival	Rwanda is an East African country. For Malta citizens, it issues visas on arrival for 30 days.
20	Sao Tome and Principe	Visa-free	It is an island country located in the Atlantic Ocean. Malta citizens can stay there for 15 days visa-free.
21	Senegal	Visa-free	Senegal offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
22	Seychelles	Visa on arrival	To stay in Seychelles for 90 days, Malta citizens must obtain a visa on arrival.
23	Sierra Leone	Visa on arrival	The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 30 days.
24	Somalia	Visa on arrival	Somalia is an East African country that offers Maltese citizens a 30 days visa-free period.
25	South Africa	Visa-free	South Africa offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
26	St Helena	Visa on arrival	St Helena is an island in the Atlantic Ocean and a part of British overseas territories. Malta passport holders can stay there for 183 days visa-free.
27	Tanzania	Visa on arrival	To stay in Tanzania for 90 days, Malta citizens must obtain a visa on arrival.
28	Togo	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for seven days.
29	Tunisia	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Tunisia for 90 days visa-free.
30	Uganda	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can stay in Uganda for 90 days visa-free.
31	Zambia	Visa on arrival	To stay in Zambia for 90 days, Malta citizens must obtain a visa on arrival.
32	Zimbabwe	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for 90 days.

Caribbean

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Anguilla	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Anguilla for 90 days visa-free.
2	Antigua and Barbuda	Visa-free	Antigua and Barbuda offer a three month visa-free period for Malta citizens.
3	Aruba	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Aruba for 90 days visa-free.
4	Bahamas	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in the Bahamas for three months visa-free.
5	Barbados	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is three months.
6	Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba	Visa-free	The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta citizens is three months.
7	British Virgin Islands	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in the British Virgin Islands for one month visa-free.
8	Cayman Islands	Visa-free	The Cayman Islands offer a six months visa-free period for Malta citizens.
9	Curacao	Visa-free	The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta citizens is three months.
10	Dominica	Visa-free	Malta citizens can stay in Dominica for 90 days visa-free.
11	Dominican Republic	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
12	French West Indies	Visa-free	The French West Indies is an overseas part of France. There are no restrictions on staying for Malta citizens.
13	Grenada	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Malta passport holders is three months.
14	Haiti	Visa-free	Haiti offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
15	Jamaica	Visa-free	Malta passport holders can stay in Jamaica for 90 days visa-free.
16	Montserrat	Visa-free	The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta citizens is six months.
17	Puerto Rico	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System to travel to Puerto Rico. The allowed period of stay is 90 days.
18	St Kitts and Nevis	Visa-free	St Kitts and Nevis is an island country that offers a 90-day visa-free period.
19	St Lucia	Visa-free	St. Lucia is an island country in the Caribbean. It offers 90 days of visa-free stay for Maltese citizens.
20	St Maarten	Visa-free	St. Maarten is a part of the Netherlands. The allowed visa-free period of stay for Malta passport holders is three months.
21	St Vincent and the Grenadines	Visa-free	St. Vincent and the Grenadines is an island country in the Caribbean. It offers 90 days of visa-free stay for Maltese citizens.
22	Trinidad and Tobago	Visa-free	Trinidad and Tobago offers a 90-day visa-free period for Malta citizens.
23	Turks and Caicos Islands	Visa-free	The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta citizens is 90 days.
24	US Virgin Islands	eTA	To travel to the US Virgin Islands, Malta citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System. The allowed period of stay is 90 days.

Middle East

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	Armenia	Visa-free	Armenia is a country located in the Caucasus region. Maltese citizens can stay there for 180 days visa-free.
2	Bahrain	Visa on arrival	Maltese citizens can stay in Bahrain for 14 days visa-free.
3	Iran	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for 30 days.
4	Iraq	Visa-free	Malta passport holders can stay in Iraq for 15 days visa-free.
5	Israel	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Maltese citizens is three months.
6	Jordan	Visa on arrival	Malta passport holders can stay in Jordan for 90 days visa-free.
7	Kuwait	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for three months.
8	Lebanon	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for three months.
9	Oman	Visa-free	Maltese citizens can stay in Oman for 30 days visa-free.
10	Palestinian Territory	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Maltese citizens is three months.
11	Qatar	Visa-free	Qatar offers a 90 days visa-free period for Malta passport holders.
12	Saudi Arabia	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for 90 days.
13	United Arab Emirates	Visa-free	Malta passport holders can stay for 90 days visa-free.

Oceania

№	Country	Conditions of entry	Duration of stay
1	American Samoa	eTA	American Samoa is the territory of the US. To stay there for 30 days, Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System.
2	Australia	eTA	Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System to travel to Australia. The allowed period of stay is 90 days.
3	Cook Islands	Visa-free	The Cook Islands is an island country in the Pacific Ocean. Malta passport holders can stay for 31 days visa-free.
4	Fiji	Visa-free	Fiji is an island country located in the south of the Pacific Ocean. The duration of the visa-free period for Maltese citizens is four months.
5	French Polynesia	Visa-free	French Polynesia is an overseas part of France. There are no restrictions on staying for Malta citizens.
6	Guam	eTA	Guam is the territory of the US. To stay there for 90 days, Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System.
7	Kiribati	Visa-free	It is a country in the Central part of the Pacific Ocean. Malta passport holders can stay there for 90 days visa-free.
8	Marshall Islands	Visa-free	The Marshall Islands is an island country located near the equator. It offers a 90-day visa-free stay for Malta citizens.
9	Micronesia	Visa-free	The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
10	New Caledonia	Visa-free	New Caledonia is an overseas territory of France. It allows 90 days of visa-free entry.
11	New Zealand	eTA	To travel to New Zealand, Maltese citizens must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System. The allowed period of stay is 90 days.
12	Niue	Visa-free	Niue is a part of the Kingdom of New Zealand. Malta passport holders can stay there for 30 days visa-free.
13	Northern Mariana Islands	eTA	To travel to the Northern Mariana Islands, Malta passport holders must register in the Electronic Travel Authorisation System. The allowed period of stay is 45 days.
14	Palau Islands	Visa-free	Malta passport holders can stay for 90 days visa-free.
15	Papua New Guinea	Visa on arrival	Malta citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for 60 days.
16	Samoa	Visa-free	The duration of the visa-free period for Maltese citizens is 60 days.
17	Solomon Islands	Visa-free	The Solomon Islands allow 90 days of visa-free entry.
18	Tonga	Visa-free	Tonga is located in the south of the Pacific Ocean. The allowed period of visa-free stay for Malta passport holders is 90 days.
19	Tuvalu	Visa-free	Tuvalu offers a 90-day visa-free stay for Malta citizens.
20	Vanuatu	Visa-free	Vanuatu is an island country in the south of the Pacific Ocean. Malta passport holders can stay there for 90 days visa-free.

Visit Schengen countries visa-free with a Malta passport

The Schengen states are included in the list of visa-free countries for Malta passport holders. Moreover, Maltese citizens can stay there without any time limit, and they are entitled to study and work there without any additional permits.

Malta citizenship helps the holder in the following ways:

move to a safe country with a high standard of living;
access modern medicine;
work and set up a business in Europe;
change tax jurisdiction;
educate their children in European universities.

Relocation and establishing a business or education in Europe are the main reasons for obtaining Maltese citizenship.

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Other popular travel destinations with a Malta passport

With a Maltese passport, you can travel visa-free to the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore and many other countries.

The UK. Maltese citizens can visit the UK easily and freely. However, after Brexit, citizens of Malta and other EU countries need to carry their passports with them rather than just an ID card.

The United States. The US is one of the visa-free countries for Malta passport holders. Maltese citizens can visit the United States and stay there for up to 90 days. To do this, they need to obtain an entry permit through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).

The permit is valid for tourism, visits to friends and relatives, meetings with business partners and other short-term visits. However, for permanent work or long-term studies, you have to apply for a visa.

Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan. Among other Malta passport-free-entry countries are Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore. Maltese citizens can stay there for up to 90 days. This is particularly useful for investors with business interests in Asia.

Maltese citizenship can be obtained through naturalisation for exceptional services by direct investment. The minimum investment amount is €690,000, depending on the composition of the family: passports can be obtained by the investor’s spouse, children and parents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many countries can a Malta passport holder enter without a visa?

Malta passport holders can travel to 185 countries visa-free.

To enter such countries as Australia, the USA, New Zealand, etc., you will need to register in the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.

Some countries issue visas for Malta citizens on their arrival. That includes such countries as Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the Maldives.

To enter the Schengen states, one needs to have only an ID card, while entering other visa-free countries is possible with a passport.

Do Malta passport holders need a visa to enter the USA?

No. To enter the USA, Maltese citizens are obliged to register in the Electronic System for Travel Authorization. You will need to fill in the application form and provide personal and travel information, answer eligibility questions and pay a fee of $21.

If your application is approved, you can stay in the US for 90 days within a 180-day period.

Do Maltese citizens need a visa for Israel?

No. Israel is visa-free for travel with a Malta passport.

Do Maltese citizens need a visa for Dubai?

No. To enter Dubai, located in the UAE, citizens of Malta don’t need a visa.

Is the Malta passport strong?

Yes. With a Malta passport, you may enter 185 countries without a visa. That includes the EU countries, the US, Australia, and Canada.

Can I buy a Malta passport?

No. You can get a Malta passport only by naturalisation. If you’re an investor, you may apply for Malta citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services by direct investment.

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