Malta’s Digital Nomad Visa, the Malta Nomad Residence Permit (MNRP) offers Digital Nomads the opportunity to move to Malta and work remotely for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal.
The best part is that Digital Nomads can also include their family members in their Nomad Residence Permit application and obtain a Malta digital nomad visa for their family members too.
For more information to obtain your Digital Nomad Visa under Malta Nomad Residence Permit, you can contact Dr Russell Attard Baldacchino directly via most messaging apps.
In the meantime, read more about the Digital Nomad Visa EU Permit below and start planning your move to Malta now!
Who can apply for the Nomad Residence Permit in Malta?
In order to be eligible for the Malta Nomad Residence Permit, applicants must satisfy all the following criteria:
Be a third-country national; and
Prove that they can work remotely; and
Earn at least EUR 2,700 per month, gross of tax.
What type of employment or freelance work is acceptable to apply for the Nomad Residence Permit in Malta?
In terms of the type of employment, freelance work, or consultancy, the applicant’s position must also fall under any of the following 3 categories:
Have a work contract with an employer outside of Malta; or
Be a partner or shareholder in a company registered outside of Malta, and who conducts business for this company; or
Be a freelancer or consultant offering services to clients who are based outside of Malta on a contractual basis.
What process applies and what documents are required to apply for the Malta Nomad Residence Permit?
In terms of process, the same standards as applying for a visa or similar permits apply, whilst applicants must also:
hold a valid travel document;
have health insurance covering all risks in Malta;
hold of a valid property rental or purchase agreement; and
pass a background verification check.
How long does the application process for the Malta Nomad Residence Permit take?
Once your application is submitted to the Residency Malta Agency, a decision will be communicated within 30 days.
Can you describe the Malta Nomad Residence Permit?
The official Residency Malta Agency describes the Malta Nomad Residence Permit as follows:
The Nomad Residence Permit enables holders to retain their current employment based in another country whilst legally residing in Malta. The Permit is open to individuals who can work remotely and independent of location, using telecommunications technologies.
Malta already hosts and welcomes digital nomads from the EU. This community of entrepreneurial digital expats make the most of what Malta has to offer in terms of lifestyle and climate, while it seeks to network with like-minded people who can give value to the community. Residency Malta’s Malta Nomad Residence Permit is open to individuals from third countries, who would normally (but not necessarily) require a Visa to travel to Malta.
A Nomad Residence Permit will be issued for one year and can be renewed upon application at the discretion of Residency Malta, as long as the applicant still meets the set eligibility criteria. Applicants who are interested in staying for less than a year will be issued with a National Visa for the duration of their stay. Licensed Agent AKM-BALD-22
