Europe
Malta immigration and visa guide
Malta is an English-speaking EU island nation providing the popular Nomad Residence Permit (NRP), Key Employee Initiative (KEI), and Global Residence Programme.
Residency Malta Agency & Identity Malta (Identità)
- Processing time
- 4 – 8 weeks
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- Yes
Visa options in Malta
Key requirements
- Proof of remote work for foreign employer, foreign business ownership, or foreign consulting
- Gross monthly income of at least €3,500 (revised statutory threshold)
- Valid rental or purchase agreement for property in Malta
- Comprehensive international health insurance covering hospitalization in Malta
How to apply for a Malta visa: step by step
- 1
Residency Malta Online Submission
Submit complete application pack, CV, foreign contracts, and 3 months bank statements via email/portal.
30 - 45 days
- 2
Letter of Approval in Principle & Entry
Receive official In-Principle approval letter and travel to Malta within 30 days.
1 - 2 weeks
- 3
Biometrics at Identità & Nomad Card
Complete biometric capture in Msida and collect 1-year renewable Nomad Residence Card.
2 - 3 weeks
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
What is the tax rate for Nomad Residence Permit holders in Malta?
Malta applies a flat 10% income tax rate on income derived from authorized nomad remote work, with relief from double taxation under Malta’s extensive bilateral tax treaties.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Malta. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
Residency Malta Agency & Identity Malta (Identità)General information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Residency Malta Agency & Identity Malta (Identità) on the official website before applying.