In Malta, you can find both long-term and temporary work. At the same time, the foreigner must have experience and qualifications in the chosen position, as well as be sure that the Maltese does not apply for this position.
The economic situation today
According to the calculations of the Human Development Index, Malta ranks 39th in the world, being one of the most favorable countries for life. In 2018, the unemployment rate in the country was only 3.5 percent.
The indicators of the minimum wage are 735.5 euros per month, average - 1100 euros per month.
Due to the relatively low population (430 thousand citizens), Maltese enterprises often require highly qualified personnel in the field of high-precision and heavy industries:
- oil production,
- IT technologies,
- printing money,
- production of medicines,
- shipbuilding.
In addition, a Russian, Ukrainian or Belarusian can try themselves in such areas as tourism, agriculture, and the textile industry.
A high level of wages and the provision of social guarantees are attractive working conditions for foreigners. The main disadvantage of employment in the country is the high competition for jobs: qualified specialists from all over the world come here, especially when it comes to managerial positions.
Most in-demand professions in 2021
In 2021, Maltese jobseekers are primarily in need of high-tech, financial and economic professionals.
Vacancies in such areas are in demand:
- IT technologies (programmers, system administrators);
- Economics and finance (bank workers, accountants);
- Trade sphere;
- Advertising and marketing (PR-agents, marketers);
- Pharmaceuticals (specialists in the field of chemistry and medicine);
- Shipbuilding (site managers, engineers);
- Management (heads of departments, enterprises, department managers, administrators).
Any foreigner can get into one of these areas, but only if he has work experience and certificates confirming his qualifications.
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The level of wages per month by profession
Work in Malta is paid higher than in most countries in Eastern Europe and some European countries.
Below is a summary of salaries for the most popular jobs.
| Job vacancy | Minimum monthly salary without tax deduction (in euros) | Average monthly salary excluding taxes (in euros) |
| Doctor | 2000 | 3500 |
| Driver | 670 | 800 |
| Taxi driver | 780 | 1000 |
| Cook | 850 | 1500 |
| Guide | 850 | 1000 |
| Dentist | 2100 | 3400 |
| Salesman | 736 | 800 |
| An electrician | 900 | 1120 |
| Builder | 850 | 1000 |
| Welder | 800 | 950 |
| Foreman | 1000 | 1500 |
| Nanny | 750 | 900 |
| Farmer | 760 | 1000 |
Some jobs (nanny, construction worker, guide) offer hourly wages, subject to a standard schedule of no more than 40-48 working hours per week.
How to find a job without intermediaries
It is better to conduct an independent job search directly on the spot in order to directly discuss all the details with the employer. It is recommended to arrange a preliminary trip to Malta on a visitor or tourist visa in order to search for a vacancy.
Ways to find work on site:
- Sites of companies of interest with a section "Vacancies";
- Local employment center;
- Information from friends and relatives living in the country;
- Newspaper vacancies (maltatoday.com.mt or independent.com.m).
It would be useful to register a personal page on the professional social network Linkedin.com.
Popular job search sites
There are several professional resources in Malta with available vacancies:
- maltapark.com;
- careerjet.com.mt;
- reed.co.uk.
Official jobs are also published on the website of the state employment center etc.gov.mt.
Specialized resources, agencies
When contacting a recruiting agency, you should pay attention to the legalization of its activities on the territory of both countries, between which it is an intermediary.
Example of verified resources:
- castilleresources.com;
- konnekt.com;
- quadconsultancy.com;
- vacancycentre.com;
- mhcsmalta.com.
In the case of working with unqualified resources, the activities of which are not legally confirmed, there may be difficulties in applying for legal work in Malta.
Employment types
Malta offers a variety of employment options - seasonal, temporary vacancies with different work schedules and payment methods.
Work without knowing the language
A prerequisite for employment is proficiency in English at the Upper-Intermediate level. In addition, it is desirable for applicants to be proficient in basic spoken Maltese or Italian.
Without knowledge of English, it is impossible to get a job in Malta - the locals do not understand the languages of the Slavic group.
Seasonal work
The second sector of the economy in terms of income in Malta is tourism (after industry) - during the high season, temporary workers are in demand in the state:
- guides and tour guides;
- hotel administrators;
- chefs and waiters;
- animators;
- coaches of various sports games;
- crop pickers;
- farmers.
Most of the free resources are presented between April and November.
Temporary job
Citizens of other countries are often hired for non-permanent jobs, as residents of Malta are interested in better paid permanent jobs.
Sample list of temporary work:
- nanny;
- builder;
- the hairdresser;
- salesman;
- dancer;
- housemaid.
The salary depends on the number of established working hours per week and the skill level of the employee.
Other options
The employment contract of some vacancies presupposes employment on a rotational basis. Employees of such enterprises undertake to work in shifts (8 hours after 8.12 after 12, a day after two, a week after a week, a month after half a month, etc.).
To comply with the work schedule, the employer undertakes to provide comfortable living conditions:
- place of residence near the place of work;
- nutrition;
- compensation for pocket money;
- fare payment.
Possible places of employment on a rotational basis:
- oil production,
- building,
- Agriculture,
- work in hotels.
The conditions of employment depend on the vacancy.
Official employment procedure
All foreigners in Malta are issued a work permit. It allows you to document your activities, to recognize your actions on the territory of the state as legal.
Priority of actions
For official employment, you must go through the following sequence of actions:
- Job search;
- Registration of an employment agreement with an employer;
- Employer passing testing in the local labor market;
- Obtaining a work permit;
- Registration of a work visa;
- Arrival in Malta;
- The beginning of labor activity.
During the testing, the employer is obliged to prove to the State Employment Center that among the residents of Malta there were no suitable or interested in the vacancy presented to them.
Types of work permits
Malta has adopted a unified model of a work permit in the form of a plastic card - it is issued for 12-36 months to everyone who wants to work for a local employer in any one area. The permit can be renewed subject to compliance with all the rules and laws of the state.
In the application, it is necessary to prove the presence of high qualifications, interest in this place of work, as well as past experience in this field.
If you decide to change the field of activity and employer, the permit must be obtained again.
Are there categories that do not require a work permit
A work permit is not required in such cases:
- Employment for a temporary vacancy;
- Availability of EU citizenship (the rule does not apply to Romanians and Bulgarians).
All other categories of citizens are required to apply for a document.
List of main documents
An application for a work permit must be submitted no later than 90 days before entering the country.
Required documents:
- Sample application;
- International passport;
- Job vacancy data;
- Certificates and diplomas of qualifications;
- CV with attached letters of recommendation, if any;
- Short biography;
- Data from the employer;
- Medical insurance;
- Color photographs.
Depending on the circumstances and the planned position, the list may vary.
Registration of a work visa
The decision to issue a work visa is made on the basis of the issued work permit, a copy of which is sent to the consulate of Malta in the state of which the applicant is a citizen.
A work visa is issued for a period corresponding to the duration of the employment agreement between the employer and the applicant.
Selection Criteria for Applicants for a Work Visa
The following categories of citizens are exempt from the procedure for obtaining a work visa for unimpeded employment in Malta:
- EU citizens;
- Family members of EU citizens;
- Australian and New Zealand citizens throughout the year.
All immigrants from other countries must apply for a visa. The main criteria for obtaining are the availability of qualifications and work experience in the intended field, as well as the absence of those wishing to work in this place among the Maltese.
Work visa extension
A work visa can be extended without leaving Malta. To do this, you must contact the embassy of your state no later than 2-3 months before the expiration of the visa, with a repeated application and a package of documents.
At the same time, the term of the employment agreement and the passport at the time of submission must be at least six months.
Business immigration
The Maltese government is loyal to foreigners wishing to open a business in the country. They are given a residence permit.
The problem is that the fee for starting a business in Malta is impressive - EUR 100,000... With a Maltese co-founder, the amount drops significantly - 40,000 euros.
Conditions:
- Having a business plan with prescribed jobs for the Maltese;
- Work experience with foreign missions must be at least 3 years.
The management of the company must be documented by the public employment service.
Features of internship in the country
Malta is considered one of the world's most developed centers for teaching English, thanks to which there are many internships for international students and citizens.
For the internship, the following conditions are required:
- 16 years and older;
- English at the spoken level;
- University studies or recent graduation.
The internship usually lasts from 2.5 to 12 months.
Consequences for attempting an illegal job placement
The Maltese government severely punishes all foreigners who wish to work illegally:
- Imprisonment for six months;
- Fine in the amount 1,500 US dollars;
- Deportation from the country with an indefinite ban on subsequent entry.
The employer is also subject to sanctions: his activities on the territory of the state are prohibited.
Finding a job in Malta is not as difficult as it seems. The main thing is to have a set of qualities such as experience, length of service and confirmation of qualifications by certificates.
