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 […]
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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 […]
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
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
Malta’s Public Registry is recognised for its excellent service