Single Permit for third-country nationals in Malta
Single Permit for third-country nationals · Malta visa route
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An employer-led or qualification-based work route.
Route overview
Typical timeline / duration: Temporary permit for defined employment over 6 months; renewable, generally annually.
Important notes
- Non-EU nationals require a residence permit to be employed in Malta; first step is an employment offer from a Maltese employer.
- The Single Permit combines employment licence and residence permit and is for employment over 6 months; employer applies via the Single Permit portal.
- Required evidence includes signed employment contract and Jobsplus/role-related documents.
- Employer-led; subject to labour market/security checks.
- Salary threshold varies by role/category rather than one generic threshold.
Official source
Official source: Malta official source
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