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Identità Publishes its 2025 Annual Report
Identità has published its Annual Report for 2025, highlighting the Agency’s continued investment in technology, digital transformation and more accessible services for citizens and residents. During 2025, Identità registered 31,657 new virtual eID accounts, while transactions through eID reached 14.5 million. The Agency also issued 103,237 electronic Identity Cards and 53,690 passports, while the […]
Mandatory Change to Health Screening Process (Work Permits Only)
As of 4th May 2026, all health screening for work permit applications must be completed through a new automated system. Paper-based submissions will no longer be accepted for new applications, renewals or change of job. Health screening will now be required for all Third Country Nationals, including those from low-risk TB countries carrying out […]
Pre-Departure Course Requirement to Be Verified as from 1 March 2026
Identità would like to inform employers, prospective applicants, and current clients that, as from 1 March 2026, the Pre-Departure Course certificate will be formally verified as part of the work permit application process for new and still abroad third-country nationals (TCNs). The Pre-Departure Course was officially launched on 5 January 2026 and forms part of […]