Malta- Occupations and Jobs

Is a Visa Necessary to Work in Malta?

EU/EEA/Swiss citizens do not need a visa to live and work in Malta. However, within three months after arriving, they must register with the?Department for Citizenship and Expatriate Affairs.

Meanwhile, citizens who do not belong to the mentioned countries are required a visa in order to work in Malta. The Maltese authorities provide three types of work permits: the single permit, key employment initiative, and EU Blue Card.

List of Shortage Occupations in Malta

• Messengers, package deliverers and luggage porters
• Manufacturing labourers not elsewhere classified
• Building construction labourers
• Cleaners and helpers in offices, hotels and other establishments
• Car, taxi and van drivers
• Security guards
• Health care assistants
• Child care workers
• Shop sales assistants
• Bartenders
• Waiters
• Accounting and bookkeeping clerks
• Contact center information clerks
• Bookmakers, croupiers and related gaming workers
• General office clerks
• Chefs
• Administrative and executive secretaries
• Office supervisors
• Business services and administration managers not elsewhere classified
• Managing directors and chief executives

Why work in Malta?

• Job stability
• High earning potential
• Reduced working hours
• High paid leaves
• Social security benefits

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