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Second Phase of Malta’s Labour Migration Policy
Published on 01 October 2025
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 […]

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Second Phase of Malta’s Labour Migration Policy
Published on 01 October 2025
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
Published on 21 July 2025
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 […]

Colonel Edric Zahra appointed new CEO of Identità
Published on 14 July 2025
Colonel Edric Zahra appointed new CEO of Identità

Colonel Edric Zahra has been appointed as Identità’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective 14th July 2025, succeeding Mr Steve Agius.   He holds a Master of Advocacy, a Master in Maltese Studies, a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Anthropology.   Identità Chairperson Marlene Mizzi and outgoing CEO Steve Agius welcomed Colonel Zahra to the […]

New National Visa for foreign sportspersons undergoing trials with local Clubs
Published on 07 July 2025
New National Visa for foreign sportspersons undergoing trials with local Clubs

The Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment, Byron Camilleri, launched a new National Long-Stay Visa (D-Visa) aimed at third-country national sportspersons invited for trials by Maltese registered sports clubs.   This new visa is valid for a non-renewable 100-day period, and allows sportspersons to participate in activities strictly related to their trial, with no […]

Identità Receives Third Quality Award for Excellence
Published on 25 June 2025
Identità Receives Third Quality Award for Excellence

Malta’s Public Registry is recognised for its excellent service

A new Identity Card collection service in the communities
Published on 11 June 2025
A new Identity Card collection service in the communities

Collect your new Identity Card – safely, quickly, and closer to your home

Identità Publishes its 2024 Annual Report
Published on 10 June 2025
Identità Publishes its 2024 Annual Report

Identità has published its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of important changes and improvements in how it ensures compliance, safeguards identities and national security, and delivers public services. The agency remains focused on security, transparency, and putting people at the centre of its work.   In 2024, Identità’s Reporting Section, within the Compliance Unit, […]