Single Permit in Malta

Single Permit · Malta visa route

skilled · last reviewed 2026-05 · all Malta routes

For local employer offers, especially in in-demand sectors.

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

Also look at similar visas from these countries

🇧🇪 Belgium Single Permit Open this route → 🇮🇪 Ireland General Employment Permit Open this route → 🇷🇸 Serbia Work permit Open this route → 🇭🇺 Hungary Employment residence Open this route →

Visa rules change frequently. This page is a research guide, not legal advice. Confirm current requirements with the official source before applying.