Malta•EuropeEmployment Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
56 days
Application Fee
150 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 365 days
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay work visa for third-country nationals with confirmed employment offer from a Maltese employer. Gateway to permanent residence.
The Employment Visa is designed for third-country nationals who have secured employment with a registered Maltese company. This visa allows the holder to work legally in Malta and is renewable as long as the employment relationship continues. It can lead to long-term residence and eventually permanent residency status.
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Requirements
Professional
Experience
3+ years
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, IS, LI, NO
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for entire duration of employment
Employment contract
Formal employment agreement with Maltese employer
Educational certificates
Proof of qualifications relevant to position
Medical certificate
Health clearance from approved physician
Criminal record certificate
Certificate from country of origin
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property ownership
Travel medical insurance
Minimum EUR 100,000 coverage
Passport photographs
Recent color photographs
Sponsor Documents
Company registration certificate
Official business registration
Financial statements
Last 2 years of company accounts
Organizational chart
Structure showing applicant's position
Tax compliance certificate
Proof employer is in good standing
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Advantages
- Full legal work rights in Malta
- Can include family members
- Renewable as long as employed
- Path to permanent residence
- Access to social benefits and healthcare
Considerations
- Tied to specific employer
- Requires job offer before application
- Employer must sponsor and support application
- Job loss may affect visa status
- Medical certificate required
Application Process
Secure employment offer
Obtain formal job offer from registered Maltese employer
Employer submits documentation
Employer provides company registration, financial documents, and employment contract
Prepare personal documentation
Gather passport, medical certificate, criminal record, and qualifications
Submit visa application
Apply through official Identità visa portal or VFS Global
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 150 application fee
VFS biometric appointment
Attend appointment for fingerprints and photograph
Await decision
Processing typically takes up to 8 weeks
Application Forms
Employment Visa Application Form
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