Malta has a constitutive system for the issuance of eResidence document and EU and EEA Nationals who will be taking up residence in Malta for longer than three (3) months may apply online through the Expatriates Portal.

The Agency will respond to such requests within 48 working-hours, sending the applicant a date and time for the biometrics appointment, accompanied by the applicable form that needs to be filled and the list of documents that need to be presented at the time of appointment.

On the day of the appointment, identification is carried out by means of the presentation of an identity card or passport.

Applicants are required to be on time and provide all the documents required in both the original format as well as a copy that will be retained by the Agency.

Renewal of eResidence Document

An eResidence document is generally issued for five (5) years. In the case of dependants, the document validity reflects that of the sponsor. Renewal of the eResidence document can be done by applying online through the Expatriates Portal.

Identità will respond with a date and time for the biometrics appointment, accompanied by the applicable form that needs to be filled and the list of documents that need to be presented at the time of appointment.