Malta’s Nomad Residence Permit

Today’s world has allowed the introduction of what we call ‘Digital Nomads,’ namely people who use telecommunications technologies to work in a remote manner. Such nomads are generally allowed to work remotely from other countries other than the base of their own company and can work from different environments, including in the comfort of their own home, coffee shops, restaurants, public libraries, co-working spaces, and more. To address these new trends concerning digital nomads, in 2021, Malta has launched the Nomad Residence Permit (NRP), which allows non-EU nationals the right to live in Malta whilst being employed in another country on a remote-working basis. The right to live in Malta is provided on the basis of a residence permit or a national visa, depending on the intended length of stay.

The Benefits

One-year residence permit, renewable upon eligibility
Live in Malta while working remotely for non-Malta employers or clients
Visa-free travel within the Schengen Area (90 days in any 180-day period)
Access to high-speed internet, coworking spaces, and modern infrastructure
Enjoy Malta’s safe, sunny, and culturally rich lifestyle
Join a vibrant international and digital nomad community

Malta’s Nomad Residence Permit

The Benefits

One-year residence permit, renewable upon eligibility
Live in Malta while working remotely for non-Malta employers or clients
Visa-free travel within the Schengen Area (90 days in any 180-day period)
Access to high-speed internet, coworking spaces, and modern infrastructure
Enjoy Malta’s safe, sunny, and culturally rich lifestyle
Join a vibrant international and digital nomad community

Eligibility criteria

For an applicant to be eligible, he/she must prove that they work remotely through telecommunication means and be third-country nationals.

Additionally, eligible applicants must fall under one of the following three categories:

work for an employer registered in a foreign jurisdiction and have a legal contract of work in place;
conduct business activities for a company registered in a foreign country and of which applicant is partner/shareholder;
offer freelance or consulting services, mainly to clients whose permanent establishments are in a foreign country and with whom the applicant has contracts.

The applicant must prove that a gross monthly income threshold of €3,500 is being generated through his/her commercial activities.

Applicants must also be in possession of:

a valid travel document
health insurance covering health-related risks in Malta
a property rental or purchase agreement in Malta
pass a background validation (due diligence) check

Dependants

Applicants are able to submit applications concerning their family member(s). This can be done during or after their application for a Nomad Residence Permit or Visa.
- Spouse of the Applicant
- Applicant’s children or of his/her spouse who at the time of the application are less than 18 years old
- Applicant’s children who at the time of application are more than 18 years old but proves to be principally dependant on the applicant or on his/her spouse during the time of application.

Eligibility criteria

For an applicant to be eligible, he/she must prove that they work remotely through telecommunication means and be third-country nationals.

Additionally, eligible applicants must fall under one of the following three categories:

work for an employer registered in a foreign jurisdiction and have a legal contract of work in place;
conduct business activities for a company registered in a foreign country and of which applicant is partner/shareholder;
offer freelance or consulting services, mainly to clients whose permanent establishments are in a foreign country and with whom the applicant has contracts.

The applicant must prove that a gross monthly income threshold of €3,500 is being generated through his/her commercial activities.

Applicants must also be in possession of:

a valid travel document
health insurance covering health-related risks in Malta
a property rental or purchase agreement in Malta
pass a background validation (due diligence) check

Dependants

Applicants are able to submit applications concerning their family member(s). This can be done during or after their application for a Nomad Residence Permit or Visa.
- Spouse of the Applicant
- Applicant’s children or of his/her spouse who at the time of the application are less than 18 years old
- Applicant’s children who at the time of application are more than 18 years old but proves to be principally dependant on the applicant or on his/her spouse during the time of application.

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A Nomad Residence Permit Brochure

Discover how the Malta Nomad Residence Permit can give you the freedom to work remotely while enjoying the Mediterranean lifestyle. From visa-free Schengen travel to access to Malta’s modern infrastructure, safe environment, and vibrant expat community, this programme is designed for location-independent professionals seeking flexibility and quality of life.

Complete the form below to receive a link to download the full brochure. Our team will also reach out to personally guide you through the next steps.