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 […]
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New course for foreign workers on Maltese culture and language
A new course has been introduced for third-country nationals already in Malta, focusing on Maltese culture and the Maltese language. The syllabus for this course was prepared by the Ministry for Home Affairs, Security and Employment, and it will be available to be offered by all licensed Maltese educational institutions. This course, for which […]
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 […]
Supporting labour mobility through Malta’s visa framework
Malta continues to attract professionals across multiple sectors, increasing the importance of clear, well-structured migration and residence frameworks. This growth raises key operational considerations, including the appropriate application pathways, common causes of processing delays, and the role Identità plays in ensuring that visa and residence procedures are administered efficiently, securely, and in line with national […]
Malta Public Registry Hosts Finnish Representatives to Strengthen International Cooperation
On 12th November 2025, the Public Registry within Identità welcomed representatives from Finland’s Digital and Population Data Services Agency, following an earlier exchange in January 2025. The visit aimed to share best practices, explore service delivery models, and identify opportunities for collaboration in civil registration and digital transformation. During the discussions, the Malta Public […]
Second Phase of Malta’s Labour Migration Policy
As of today, Wednesday, 1st October 2025, the second phase of Malta’s Labour Migration Policy comes into effect. Vacancy & Advertisement requirements before hiring Third-Country Nationals Before applying for the employment of new TCNs, whether Still Abroad or New application, employers must advertise the role on the Jobsplus portal and EURES for three […]
New Labour Migration Rules Take Effect from 1 August 2025
On 8 January, the Maltese Government launched a new Labour Migration Policy for public consultation, which closed on 9 February. The policy aims to modernise and strengthen Malta’s labour migration system by balancing economic needs with social priorities and safeguarding workers’ rights. Some measures will begin to be implemented as of 1st August […]