Updated October 2026

Permia Insights

Expert guides, regulatory updates, and practical advice for Malta employers hiring third-country nationals.

4 guides · updated regularly
Source: Identità, Jobsplus & Government of Malta
Renewals
Single Permit Renewals in Malta 2026: When to Start and What Changed
When to submit, the documents Identità needs, the new €150 renewal fee, and the mistakes that get renewals refused, including what happens if a permit lapses.
October 2026 · 9 min read Read article
Employer Guide
Single Permit vs Employment Licence: Which One Does Your Hire Need?
Two different authorisations from two different authorities. Who needs a Single Permit from Identità, and who needs an Employment Licence from Jobsplus: second jobs, protection holders and students.
October 2026 · 8 min read Read article
Employer Guide
The Complete Employer Guide to Single Permits in Malta 2026
Everything Malta employers need to know, eligibility, required documents, the step-by-step process, government fees, and the major 2026 rule changes now in effect.
April 2026 · 12 min read Read article
2026 Updates
Malta Single Permit & Employment Licence Updates 2026
Pre-departure course requirements, doubled government fees, employer quotas, mandatory bank payments, and the new grace period, all the 2026 changes explained.
April 2026 · 8 min read Read article