Malta digital nomad visa
Nomad Residence Permit (Nomad Residence Permit) · Europe
Malta offers the Nomad Residence Permit for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is EUR 42,000 gross/year (~EUR 3,500/mo, ~USD 3,800), the visa is valid for 1 year from issuance of the residency card (yes, renewable 3 times (4 years total)), and the government fee is EUR 300 application + EUR 100 residence card, per person. Special Nomad rules: foreign-sourced remote income taxed at a flat 10% (verify with CFR). Yes (spouse, minor and dependent children). Per-dependent income figure N/A on the official FAQ. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: Residency Malta Agency (residencymalta.gov.mt). Data as of June 2026.
Malta nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Malta |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | EUR 42,000 gross/year (~EUR 3,500/mo, ~USD 3,800) |
| Visa duration | 1 year from issuance of the residency card |
| Renewable | Yes, renewable 3 times (4 years total) |
| Government fee | EUR 300 application + EUR 100 residence card, per person |
| Tax for nomads | Special Nomad rules: foreign-sourced remote income taxed at a flat 10% (verify with CFR) |
| Processing time | ~30 working days from receipt of funds |
| Family / dependents | Yes (spouse, minor and dependent children). Per-dependent income figure N/A on the official FAQ. |
Source: Residency Malta Agency (residencymalta.gov.mt). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
EUR 42,000 gross/year (~EUR 3,500/mo, ~USD 3,800). For applications on/after 1 April 2024. Pre-April-2024 applicants keep the old EUR 32,400/yr.
Requirements & eligibility
Third-country national; remote work for a foreign employer, foreign company shareholder, or freelancer with foreign clients; cannot serve a Maltese company; health insurance; rental/purchase agreement; police clearance.
Tax for digital nomads in Malta
Special Nomad rules: foreign-sourced remote income taxed at a flat 10% (verify with CFR).
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Malta depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Malta's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
Yes (spouse, minor and dependent children). Per-dependent income figure N/A on the official FAQ.
Processing time
~30 working days from receipt of funds.
Data quality for Malta
Verified against an official government source. Verified against the official Malta source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Malta digital nomad visa?
The Malta Nomad Residence Permit requires EUR 42,000 gross/year (~EUR 3,500/mo, ~USD 3,800). For applications on/after 1 April 2024. Pre-April-2024 applicants keep the old EUR 32,400/yr. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Malta digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is 1 year from issuance of the residency card. Yes, renewable 3 times (4 years total).
How much does the Malta digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is EUR 300 application + EUR 100 residence card, per person. This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Malta?
Special Nomad rules: foreign-sourced remote income taxed at a flat 10% (verify with CFR). This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Malta's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Malta nomad visa?
Yes (spouse, minor and dependent children). Per-dependent income figure N/A on the official FAQ.
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Last updated: 2026-06-20