On this page

Malta highly skilled worker visa

1 current source-backed highly skilled worker pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.

JSON Markdown

This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.

Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-07

Current route records

RouteConditionsEffective or checkedOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaStructured main conditions are not available in the current source extract.2026-08-04Official source

Fees, processing times and requirements

Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.

RouteFactValueOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaApplication fee600 EUROfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaProcessing time (standard, authority estimate)5 daysOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaFirst permit valid for12 monthsOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaCan be renewedyesOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaQualification requiredrecognised qualificationOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaFamily can come alongyesOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaPermanent residence after5 yearsOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaWhere to applyonlineOfficial source

Can you work on this route?

Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.

RoutePublished work answerOfficial source
Highly-qualified worker in MaltaThe official page states the work conditions for this route.Official source

Official sources

  1. Highly-qualified worker in MaltaEuropean Commission — Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs · Checked 2026-08-07