Living in Malta
Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Valletta
Currency
EUR
Continent
Europe
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Malta.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Malta
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Visa Free | — |
| Belgium | Visa Free | — |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | — |
| Croatia | Visa Free | — |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | — |
| Czechia | Visa Free | — |
| Denmark | Visa Free | — |
| Estonia | Visa Free | — |
| Finland | Visa Free | — |
| France | Visa Free | — |
Detailed visa guides for Malta
Monthly costs
Valletta
Rent (center)
1,000 EUR/mo
Groceries
300 EUR/mo
Transport
26 EUR/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,426 EUR/mo
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Work permits
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Single Permit
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Non-EU with job offer
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Nomad Residence Permit
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Remote workers, min €2,700/month
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.1%
Nomad Residence Permit: min €2,700/month. Remittance basis available.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Malta. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
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Airalo
Malta eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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