International Patients · Hair Transplant Malta

Travel to Malta for your hair restoration journey

Start from home with an online consultation, receive a personalised treatment plan, then travel to St Mary's Hair Clinic in Malta for your procedure with clear guidance before, during and after your visit.

Online assessment, personalised planning, treatment in Malta and continued follow-up after you return home.
Dr Jean Luc Portelli consulting an international hair transplant patient at St Mary's Hair Clinic in Malta
Begin your journey before booking a flight. Your first assessment can be completed remotely so you can understand your options before planning travel.
Doctor-led care Assessment, planning and treatment with our clinical team
International pathway Designed specifically for patients travelling to Malta
Established clinic Serving patients in Malta since 2004
Remote follow-up Continued support after you return home
From home to Malta

A clear journey from first contact to follow-up

International treatment should feel organised before you travel. We use the online consultation to understand your case, discuss suitability and help you plan the clinical and travel stages around your procedure.

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Book online

Start from home and provide the information needed for an initial hair-loss assessment.

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Send your photographs

Share clear views of your hairline, top, crown, sides and donor area so the team can review your pattern of hair loss.

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Receive your assessment

Discuss suitability, likely graft requirements, technique, expectations and any questions before committing to travel.

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Secure your date

Once you are comfortable with the plan, confirm the procedure date and receive the information needed to organise your visit.

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Travel to Malta

Arrive with enough time for your planned pre-procedure review and any individual instructions provided by the clinic.

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Your procedure

Final hairline planning, extraction and DHI implantation are carried out according to your personalised treatment plan.

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Early aftercare

Receive post-procedure instructions and any planned early review before leaving Malta.

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Follow-up from home

Stay in contact with the clinic, send progress photographs and receive guidance as healing and growth progress.

Dr Jean Luc Portelli reviewing hair loss during an international patient assessment
Your photographs and history help the team prepare for a meaningful consultation before you arrange your trip.
Online consultation

Understand your options before you travel

The online consultation is designed to reduce uncertainty. It gives you the opportunity to discuss your hair loss, understand whether transplantation may be appropriate and receive guidance on the likely treatment plan before booking travel.

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Hair-loss and medical history

Tell us about progression, previous treatment, medications, medical history and your goals.

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Photographic assessment

Clear photographs help the team review the recipient areas and visible donor characteristics remotely.

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Provisional graft and technique planning

If transplantation appears appropriate, we can discuss the likely graft range and proposed approach.

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Travel and procedure guidance

Understand how to plan your stay, procedure date and early recovery period in Malta.

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Final clinical suitability, graft numbers and treatment details can only be confirmed after appropriate assessment by the treating team.

Planning your visit

Travel and accommodation arranged around your procedure

Wait for written confirmation of your surgery date before booking flights or accommodation. We recommend arriving in Malta at least one day before surgery.

Flights to Malta

Malta International Airport has connections across Europe. Book only after the clinic has confirmed your surgery date in writing.

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Recommended arrival

Arrive at least one day before surgery. The procedure may take one or two consecutive days depending on your treatment plan.

Recovery in Malta

After your procedure, plan to remain in Malta for another three to five days unless the clinic advises a different schedule.

Airport transfer

Optional transfer between Malta International Airport and Mosta Stays can be arranged for up to four passengers.

Mosta Stays by Zzzing partner accommodation near St Mary's Hair Clinic
Partner accommodation

Mosta Stays by Zzzing

Our partner accommodation is approximately 500 metres from the clinic — around a five-minute journey — and the clinic can book the room on your behalf.

Standard twin room
Up to 2 guests
Breakfast included
Approx. 500m from clinic
€45 per night · October to March
€70 per night · April to September
Airport transfer · €17.50 each way per vehicle Airport ↔ Mosta Stays · up to 4 passengers
Why Malta?

Specialist hair restoration in an English-speaking EU destination

Malta combines straightforward communication, short travel distances and a relaxed Mediterranean setting. At St Mary's, the focus remains firmly on careful planning, clinical standards and continuity of care.

English widely spoken
EU member state
One international airport
Compact travel distances
Mediterranean destination
Clinic support after home
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Malta Mediterranean destination for international hair transplant patients
Recommended travel plan

Plan the trip around your confirmed surgery date

This is the standard travel framework we provide to international patients. Your own dates may vary if your treatment plan requires a different schedule.

Book flights and accommodation only after you receive written confirmation of your surgery date from the clinic.
Step01

Confirm

Wait for written confirmation from St Mary's Hair Clinic regarding your surgery date.

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Arrive

Arrive in Malta at least one day before your scheduled procedure.

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Procedure

Your procedure takes place over one or two consecutive days, according to your agreed treatment plan.

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Recover

Stay in Malta for another three to five days after the procedure, unless your treating team advises otherwise.

Booking and payment

From your quotation to your confirmed surgery date

Follow these steps before booking non-refundable travel arrangements.

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Receive your quotation

Your consultation determines the procedure and your individual treatment price.

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Pay the 40% deposit

The clinic holds your chosen date provisionally for up to 14 days while the deposit is arranged.

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Receive written confirmation

Book flights and accommodation only after the clinic confirms your surgery date in writing.

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Settle the remaining balance

Complete payment before entering the procedure room.

40% deposit policy

The deposit is refundable when at least 30 days' notice is given. With less notice, the clinic retains the deposit.

Payment can be made by bank transfer at least 5 days before surgery, or by cash/card at the clinic. Cheques are not accepted.

Pay your deposit

Bank transfer details

Use the details below when paying the 40% surgery deposit. Your surgery date is confirmed only after the clinic receives the deposit.

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Beneficiary FARMEDICAL CO. LTD.
9/11, Triq il-Barrieri, Mosta, Malta
Bank Bank of Valletta (B.O.V.)
Beneficiary bank address Gozo, Victoria
IBAN MT07 VALL 2201 3000 0000 4001 0870 578
SWIFT / BIC VALLMTMT
Account number 40010870578
Please check all bank details carefully before authorising a transfer. If your banking app requires it, enter the IBAN without spaces. For assistance: WhatsApp +356 7931 5611.
Dr Jean Luc Portelli performing hair transplant surgery at St Mary's Hair Clinic in Malta
Your procedure in Malta

From final planning to careful implantation

Hair transplantation is performed under local anaesthetic while you remain awake. A procedure day is typically around 7 to 8 hours, and some treatment plans require two consecutive days.

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Final review

Confirm the treatment plan and complete any final clinical checks.

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Hairline design

Review the proposed recipient area, distribution and hairline before treatment begins.

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FUE extraction

Follicular units are carefully harvested from the donor region.

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DHI implantation

Selected grafts are placed according to the planned angle, direction and distribution.

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Aftercare briefing

Leave with clear instructions on graft protection, washing, medication and follow-up.

Compulsory aftercare pack · €150 Provided on surgery day after payment. The pack includes cosmetic aftercare products, cleansing products, vitamins and after-care medication.
Patient results

Real outcomes from St Mary's Hair Clinic

Every case is different. Donor capacity, hair characteristics, graft numbers and the area treated all influence the final result.

After you return home

Your care does not end when you leave Malta

International follow-up is designed around clear communication, progress photographs and access to the clinic as your scalp heals and transplanted hair develops.

Early recovery

Follow your instructions

Use the clinic's guidance for washing, sleeping, medication and protecting the recipient area.

Remote support

Stay in contact

Contact the team if you have a question or concern after returning home.

Progress checks

Send photographs

Follow progress with agreed photographic updates as healing and growth continue.

Long term

Monitor maturation

Hair transplant results develop gradually over months, with timing varying between patients and treated areas.

International patient FAQ

Questions about travelling to Malta for hair restoration

Yes. International patients can start with an online consultation and photographic assessment. Final treatment details are confirmed after the appropriate clinical assessment by the treating team.

The recommended stay depends on your procedure and follow-up requirements. Confirm your individual travel dates with the clinic before booking flights or accommodation.

Return-travel timing should be agreed with your treating team because it can vary according to the procedure, early healing and your individual care plan.

The estimate depends on the size of the area being treated, desired coverage, hair characteristics, donor capacity and long-term planning. A provisional estimate may be discussed remotely and refined after in-person assessment.

Yes. Many patients choose to travel with a partner, family member or friend. They should arrange their own travel and accommodation unless otherwise agreed.

The clinic will provide procedure-specific instructions. In general, bring identification, any requested medical documentation and comfortable clothing that does not need to be pulled tightly over the head.

International follow-up can include progress photographs, remote communication and guidance from the clinic. You will be told when updates are needed and when to contact the team sooner.

Contact the clinic for guidance. If you develop an urgent medical problem, seek appropriate local medical care rather than waiting for remote advice.

Start your hair transplant journey to Malta from home.

Send us your details and photographs, discuss your options online and receive guidance on treatment planning before arranging your visit.