Your life in Malta starts here
Make your move to Malta
English-speaking and Mediterranean, Malta is famously tax-friendly and genuinely safe. Dedicated residence and retirement programmes make it a straightforward island base within the EU.
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At a glance
Malta, in brief.
How Malta compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Malta ranks among the best for safety (12th of 78) and visa ease (14th of 81) and size of expat community (14th of 81).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Moderate
- Property
- Affordable
- Healthcare
- Strong
- Safety
- Very safe
- Climate
- Warm (~19°C)
- English
- Native / official
- Expat community
- Very large
Residence/retirement programmes
Remittance basis; 15% flat regimes
Life in Malta
I’m Tricia, an American freelance writer, trainer and explorer.I’ve been abroad for about 16 years, living in Heidelberg, Germany, and most recently, Valletta, Malta. Where, when and why…
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Your move plan
Malta, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Malta into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Malta.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Malta moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
You won't be the first
Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Malta share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Malta stories
- Silema
Johannes Larsson
I'm a 25-year-old entrepreneur and made the decision that school wasn't for me quite early. I've been hustling my way around since…
Amanda Walkins
My name is Amanda Walkins and I consider myself to be a serial expat. I currently live on the Mediterranean island of…
- Mellieha
Colin Backhouse
I am Colin, 47 years old and I currently work for a bankWhere, when and why did you move abroad?Moved to Malta…
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