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Visa for transiting through Malta's airport international transit zone without entering the country.

Long-stay visa for cultural workers, artists, performers, and those engaged in cultural exchanges.

Long-stay work visa for third-country nationals with confirmed employment offer from a Maltese employer. Gateway to permanent residence.

Specialized residence permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals. Offers favorable conditions for skilled workers and pathway to EU-wide mobility.

Residence documentation for family members of EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals residing in Malta.

Residence permit for family members of non-EU nationals legally residing in Malta. Includes spouses, children, and dependent relatives.

Tax incentive programme for individuals relocating to Malta. Offers special tax status for non-Maltese residents.

Fast-track residence permit for highly skilled professionals in managerial or senior technical positions. Expedited 5-day processing.

Permanent residence permit for third-country nationals after 5 years of continuous legal residence in Malta.

Investment-based residency programme offering permanent residence through financial contribution. Managed by Residency Malta Agency.

Long-term residency for retirees with pension income. Designed for pensioners from EU, EEA, and non-EU countries.

Residence permit for startup founders and entrepreneurs. Support for early-stage businesses with intention to develop in Malta.

Long-stay visa for purposes including employment, study, family reunification, and business. Valid for stays exceeding 90 days up to 365 days.

Residence permit for remote workers and digital nomads. Allows working for foreign employers while residing in Malta.

Long-stay visa for religious workers, missionaries, and those on religious missions or pilgrimages.

Short-stay visa for tourism, business visits, and other temporary purposes. Valid for up to 90 days within any 180-day period across Schengen countries.

Long-stay visa for researchers and scientists conducting research in Malta. Supports academic and scientific collaboration.

Combined residence and work permit for third-country nationals employed in Malta. Most common employment permit for non-EU workers.

Residence permit for skilled professionals with specialized academic, vocational, or technical skills. Alternative to Key Employee Initiative for specialists.

Long-stay visa for athletes, sports professionals, and participants in sporting events.

Long-term study visa for international students pursuing full-time education in Malta. Available for courses exceeding 90 days.

Long-stay visa for third-country nationals undergoing vocational or professional training in Malta.

Residence permit for volunteers and interns undertaking voluntary service or internship programs in Malta.

Visa for young people from eligible countries to work and travel in Malta. Bilateral agreements provide working rights.