Malta self-employment visa
1 current source-backed self-employment pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | The Malta self-employed route is for a person carrying out lawful independent business or professional activity; the applicant must hold required residence or work permission. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | Application fee (employed) | 100 EUR | Official source |
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | Can be renewed | yes | Official source |
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | Family can come along | yes | Official source |
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | Permanent residence after | 5 years | Official source |
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |
| Self-Employment Residence Permit | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |