Malta — Nomad Residence Permit — Malta

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This page presents publicly published visa program facts (income thresholds, durations, fees) as reference information. It does not promise visa approval, does not give personalized application advice, and does not calculate tax owed under this visa’s tax regime. Always confirm current requirements with the official government source linked below and consult a qualified immigration attorney before applying.

Data last verified 20 Aug 2026 — methodology

Nomad Residence Permit

Malta's Nomad Residence Permit is for third-country nationals working remotely for foreign employers/businesses/clients; it is issued for 1 year and can be renewed while criteria are met, with a current minimum gross yearly income of EUR 42,000.

lastVerified: 2026-08-20 Last verified: 20 August 2026

Key facts

Minimum income: $3,991.00/mo; (€3,500.00/mo)
Duration: 12 months; Renewable
Application fee: $456.00
Typical processing time: 30 days
Online application: Yes
Family eligible: Yes
Allows clients in visa country: No
Allows local employment: No
Path to residency: No

Key requirements

Third-country national
remote work using telecommunications
foreign employment contract, foreign-company business activity, or freelance/consulting contracts with foreign clients
minimum gross yearly income EUR 42,000
health insurance
valid rental or purchase agreement
police conduct certificate
background verification

Common reasons for rejection

Services provided to Malta-based companies or individuals
income below EUR 42,000 gross/year
missing rental/purchase agreement, health insurance, police certificate, or background-check issue

What this visa does NOT do

Does not allow providing services to Malta-based companies or individuals.
Does not permit local employment in Malta.
Does not lead to permanent residency.

Caveats

Income thresholds, fees, and processing times can change — always confirm current figures on the official Maltese government source linked below.
This tool does not calculate your Maltese tax residency or liability under this permit's regime — consult a qualified tax professional.

Official government sources

Residency Malta Agency — Nomad Residence Permit ↗

Before you move

Health insurance valid abroad

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