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Malta
Digital Nomad Visa
Main reasons to choose Malta Digital Nomad
- Residence permit validity period1—2 years
- Obtaining period5+ months
- Before or after obtaining statusNo residence requirement
- Visa-free travel under the 90/180-day ruleSchengen Area
Individuals who are neither citizens of the EU nor the EEA are eligible to apply for a Maltese digital nomad residence permit.
To be considered, applicants must be employed by an entity located outside of Malta or operate their own business based abroad.
It is a mandatory requirement to secure a rental or purchase agreement for a residential property in Malta for the duration of the permit.
While freelancers and self-employed individuals are welcome to apply, the permit strictly prohibits working for Maltese-based companies.
Furthermore, this specific status does not provide a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship in Malta.
To be considered, applicants must be employed by an entity located outside of Malta or operate their own business based abroad.
It is a mandatory requirement to secure a rental or purchase agreement for a residential property in Malta for the duration of the permit.
While freelancers and self-employed individuals are welcome to apply, the permit strictly prohibits working for Maltese-based companies.
Furthermore, this specific status does not provide a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship in Malta.
7 benefits of Malta Digital Nomad Visa
- New travel opportunitiesForeigners holding a Maltese residence permit may travel visa–free within the Schengen Area and stay there for up to 90 days in any 180–day period.
- Life and remote work in Malta
A digital nomad may live in Malta as long as their residence permit remains valid. To renew the permit, it is enough to spend five months a year in the country. - Tax optimisationDigital nomads do not pay tax in Malta on foreign–sourced income if they spend no more than 183 days a year in the country.
- Affordable cost of livingLiving in Malta is 10–15% cheaper than in other EU countries. Monthly expenses are about €764 for one person and €2,830 for a family of four.
- European healthcareA digital nomad’s family may receive primary medical care in Malta’s private hospitals if they purchase health insurance. A policy starts at €300 per person per year.
- Option to include family members in the applicationChildren and the applicant’s spouse may obtain residence status together with the main applicant.
- Favourable conditions for comfortable remote workMalta was one of the first EU countries to offer nationwide 5G mobile internet. Free Wi–Fi hotspots are available in parks, cafés and restaurants.
Requirements to apply for the Malta residence permit
Older than 18
No criminal record
Citizen of a country outside the European Union or the EEA
Has residential property in Malta
Has remote employment
No criminal record
Married or in a civil partnership with the applicant
Married or in a civil partnership with the applicant
Including adopted children
Financially dependent on the applicant
Not married
Not married
Income requirements for digital nomads applying for Malta residence
Request
Income — €3,500+ per month
Rent or purchase of property
Income — €3,500+ per month
Rent or purchase of property
Details
A foreign applicant must show income from remote work, confirmed by an employment contract or a service agreement.
The required amount does not increase when family members are included in the application.
Digital nomads can’t work for a company registered in Malta or provide services to Maltese citizens.
A digital nomad must confirm their residential address in Malta by providing a long term lease agreement or a property ownership certificate.
A hotel reservation is sufficient at the time of submitting the residence application.
A foreign applicant must show income from remote work, confirmed by an employment contract or a service agreement.
The required amount does not increase when family members are included in the application.
Digital nomads can’t work for a company registered in Malta or provide services to Maltese citizens.
A digital nomad must confirm their residential address in Malta by providing a long term lease agreement or a property ownership certificate.
A hotel reservation is sufficient at the time of submitting the residence application.
Additional costs
€400+
Additional government fees
€180+
Health insurance
5%
Stamp duty on property purchases
€400+
Additional government fees
€180+
Health insurance
5%
Stamp duty on property purchases
Key documents to apply for a Malta Freelance Visa and residence permit
- Completed and signed forms for the main applicant
- Completed and signed forms for the family members included in the application
- Motivation letter explaining why the applicant intends to move to Malta
- Copies of all pages of the passport for each applicant
- Employment contract, service agreement stating the remote format of work, or documents confirming the applicant’s position and shareholding in a company
- CV or résumé listing education and employment history
- Bank statements for three months confirming a monthly income of at least €3,500
- Marriage certificate and children’s birth certificates
- Notarised proof of financial dependence for children older than 18
How digital nomads obtain a residence permit in Malta: step by step process
A Passportivity compliance specialist conducts a background check to identify possible issues and reduce the risk of refusal.
The applicant gathers the required documents, and Passportivity’s lawyers submit the digital nomad residence application to the Immigration Agency of Malta.
The Immigration Agency of Malta issues an invoice for the application processing fee of €300. The application is reviewed once the fee is paid.
The Immigration Agency of Malta carries out its own assessment. The applicant is informed of the residence decision by email. In case of refusal, a new application may be submitted after one year.
Once the residence permit is approved, the digital nomad buys or rents property for the full 12 month validity of the residence card. Health insurance must also be purchased with a minimum coverage of €30,000 per person.
The digital nomad informs the Immigration Agency of their arrival. At this point, they submit biometrics, file the documents for the residence card, and receive it in person. The fee for issuing a residence card is €100 per person.
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