Malta•EuropeFamily Reunification Residence Permit (Non-EU Sponsor)
At a Glance
Processing Time
56 days
Application Fee
150 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
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
Residence permit for family members of non-EU nationals legally residing in Malta. Includes spouses, children, and dependent relatives.
The Family Reunification Residence Permit allows immediate family members of non-EU nationals legally residing in Malta to join them. Eligible family members include spouses (21+), minor children, and dependent adult children. The sponsor must have been residing in Malta for at least 12 months with prospects of permanent residence.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
18,940 EUR
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
For each family member
Family relationship documents
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or legal dependency proof
Passport photographs
For each family member
Health insurance
Valid for each family member
Police conduct certificate
For adults, from country of origin
Medical certificates
Health clearance for each family member
Sponsor Documents
Residence permit copy
Proof of sponsor's legal residence in Malta
Financial documentation
Bank statements, proof of income, employment contract
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property ownership for family
Declaration of support
Sponsor's commitment to support family members
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Advantages
- Allows family reunification
- Renewable with sponsor
- Can lead to permanent residence
- Includes spouses and dependents
- Modest application fee
Considerations
- Sponsor must reside 12+ months in Malta first
- Sponsor must have adequate resources
- Dependent on sponsor's residence status
- Family size affects financial requirements
- Adult children must demonstrate dependency
Application Process
Verify sponsor eligibility
Confirm sponsor is legally residing in Malta with valid residence permit for 12+ months
Establish family relationship
Provide proof of marriage, birth certificate, or legal dependency
Verify sponsor's resources
Demonstrate stable and regular resources sufficient to support family
Secure accommodation
Obtain adequate housing for family in Malta
Prepare documents
Gather passports, family documents, financial proof, accommodation proof
Submit application
Apply through Identità Expatriates Unit
Await decision
Processing takes up to 8 weeks
Application Forms
Family Reunification Application
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