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Rank #39
Malta

Malta

LocationSouthern Europe • UTC+2 • Europe/Malta
Monthly Cost
$1,700
-22% vs USA
Internet
293 Mbps
Fixed Broadband Avg

Nomad Residence Permit

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Designed for remote workers who wish to live in Malta while working for a foreign employer or running their own business abroad.

Min. Income

€2,700/month

Per Applicant

Min. Income

Processing

1–2 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

1 Year

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

5 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkProof of remote work
  • CheckmarkMinimum income of €2,700/month
  • CheckmarkValid health insurance
  • CheckmarkClean criminal record

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkEmployment contract or business registration
  • CheckmarkBank statements
  • CheckmarkHealth insurance policy
  • CheckmarkPassport copy
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Residents on the Nomad Residence Permit are taxed on a remittance basis, meaning only income brought into Malta is subject to tax.

Physical Presence

Must maintain a primary residence in Malta and spend at least 183 days per year in the country.

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Advantages

  • Access to the Schengen area
  • No local income tax on foreign earnings
  • High quality of life
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Disadvantages

  • High cost of living
  • Limited public transport options
  • Strict eligibility criteria

Compare with

PortugalD7 Passive Income Visa
SpainDigital Nomad Visa
CroatiaDigital Nomad Visa