Why apply for Malta work visa?

• 4.1 lakh job vacancies every year
• Work 40 hours per week
• Tax friendly country
• Low cost of living
• High quality healthcare and education

Malta is quickly rising to the top of the global list of locations for work. Malta incentivises foreign investment and actively promotes international worker relocation. Besides its moderate environment and chill lifestyle, Malta has a strong economy with a population of highly qualified professionals, low cost of living, advantageous tax structures, and a high standard of living.

Types of Malta work visa

Malta work visa refers to all of the several kinds of work permits that the Maltese government issues, the details of the visas are given below;

• Single Permit
• Key employment initiative
• EU Blue Card

Single permit

A Malta single permit, also known as e-residence card is a work visa that enables the holder to live and work there for long term.

Key Employee Initiative

Malta recently introduced a new work permit for highly skilled workers called the Key Employee Initiative. This work visa is processed in five days, which are a fairly quick. It is valid for 1 year and can be renewed for a maximum of 3 years.

EU Blue Card

The EU blue card is issued to highly qualified individuals who will work in a qualified position, and earn at least 1.5 times the average annual salary in Malta. The Malta EU Blue Card is valid for a minimum of a year and can be renewed permanently if you continue to meet the job requirements.

Benefits of working in Malta

• Work 40 hours a week
• Ample job opportunities
• Great salaries
• 25 paid leaves per year
• Work life balance
• Cost of living is low
• Tax friendly
• Health insurance
• High standard of living
• Excellent healthcare and education system
• Social security benefits
• Paid leaves

Malta work visa eligibility

Single permit

• Foreign nationals can apply
• Applicants can apply either by staying in Malta or outside
• Applicants need to have a specific employment while having a single permit

EU Blue Card

• Highly skilled individuals are eligible to apply
• Salary must be at least 1.5 times the average salary paid in Malta

Key Employee Initiative

• Applicable to highly-technical or managerial posts
• The average annual salary must be at least € 30,000
• Declaration by the employer stating that the applicant has the required credentials
• Certified copies of the relevant qualifications, warrants or work experience

Malta Work Visa Requirements

Here is the list of documents that you need to submit when applying for a Malta work visa and work permit:

• Valid passport; with at least two blank pages for the visa and entry stamp
• A completely filled and signed work visa application form
• Passport-sized photo; with a light background
• Valid work contract
• Updated CV
• Medical Insurance; you must purchase travel health insurance with at least €30,000 coverage which is valid for your trip.
• Proof of Accommodation
• Proof of financial means
• Flight itinerary

How to apply for Malta Work Visa

Step 1: Visit the Maltese Embassy or consulate in your home country

Step 2: Complete the visa application, upload the required documents and submit

Step 3: Meanwhile, your employer must apply for an employment license on your behalf

 Step 4: You will receive a message or email once your employer and you have submitted all of the applications

Step 5: After your Malta work permit is approved, you will receive a residence card. Then you can enter and work legally in Malta

Malta work visa processing time

Visa Type	Processing Time
Single permit	2 – 3 months
EU blue card	Within 80 days
Key employee initiative	5 days

 

Malta work visa cost

Visa Type	Visa Cost
Single permit	€ 280.50
EU blue card	€ 255
Key employee initiative	€ 280.50

 

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