Increase In Fee For Work Permits For Third Country Nationals

The European Commission has proposed a Public Procurement Act that would fundamentally transform how government contracts are awarded across the EU. This Regulation would replace three existing Directives with a single set of binding rules, introducing mandatory quality criteria, expanded negotiation rights, and a unified digital procurement system.

The concession, issued under reference MFC/1/2026, will be awarded on a build, finance, operate and transfer (“BFOT”) basis. The successful tenderer will be responsible for financing and developing new film-production facilities on a site measuring approximately 92,400 square metres, operating the studios throughout the concession period and transferring the facilities back to the contracting authority upon its expiry.

Riżorsi Agrikoli Malta (“RAM”) has launched a pre-qualification process for the award of a major concession concerning the development and operation of a National Farm Waste Treatment Facility.

The Water Services Corporation has issued a major tender for the design, construction and commissioning of a new reverse osmosis desalination plant in Pembroke, Malta, with a nominal capacity of 11,200 m³ per day. The procurement follows EU Directive 2014/25/EU procedures and requires the existing plant to remain operational throughout the project's 100-week completion period. Economic operators must navigate extensive technical requirements covering reverse-osmosis systems, electrical infrastructure,

Malta's Financial Services Authority has dramatically expanded its supervisory capabilities, growing its workforce by 160% and increasing supervisory engagements by 350%. An academic paper examines how the regulator's innovative outcomes-based approach, particularly through 'Dear CEO' letters and structured industry outreach, achieves market-wide behavioral change without resource-intensive individual inspections of every licensed entity.

Arts Council Malta is accepting applications for its Legal and Finance Grant, offering up to €3,000 to creative practitioners and organisations seeking professional legal and financial support. The scheme addresses critical needs in contract negotiation, intellectual property management, and financial sustainability for Malta's cultural and creative sectors.

Malta's Water Services Corporation has launched a €35 million tender for a new reverse osmosis plant at Għar Lapsi, designed to produce 30,000 cubic metres of potable water daily through six independent systems. The procurement follows EU utilities directive procedures and requires the existing facility to remain operational throughout the 150-week construction period, with strict phased commissioning deadlines.

Malta has introduced a comprehensive statutory framework specifically designed to protect adults who cannot safeguard themselves from harm, abuse, neglect or exploitation due to disability or the effects of ageing. The Protection of Adults in Situations of Vulnerability Act establishes dedicated institutions, investigative powers and protective measures while seeking to balance appropriate protection with respect for individual dignity and autonomy.

Philip Mifsud and Chris Grech from Ganado Advocates have authored the Malta chapter of the Foreign Direct Investment Guide published by Concurrences. The chapter provides comprehensive analysis of Malta's FDI screening regime, covering legal frameworks, notification requirements, review processes, timelines, and enforcement mechanisms for qualifying investments.

Malta’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) framework has undergone a significant evolution following the introduction of Legal Notice 82 of 2026...

Relocating to Malta with children raises important questions about school enrolment, language requirements, and eligibility for public education. This comprehensive guide addresses the most common concerns families face when navigating Malta's education system, from mid-year enrolment possibilities to documentation requirements and the role immigration status plays in accessing schools.

Malta offers expat families a comprehensive education system with government, church, and international schools providing diverse curricula in an English-speaking environment. Understanding school options, costs, and enrolment procedures is essential for families planning their relocation to this Mediterranean destination.

Malta's new Equal Pay Regulations introduce a restrictive 'single source' test for cross-employer pay comparisons that may conflict with EU law. This analysis examines whether Regulation 8's requirement that undertakings be under common control and carry out the same economic activity is compatible with the broader CJEU interpretation established in Lawrence and codified in Directive 2023/970.

Remote and hybrid work arrangements in Malta carry significant legal implications that extend far beyond operational convenience. Employers must navigate a complex web of employment protections, working-time regulations, data protection requirements, anti-discrimination duties, and cross-border tax considerations. Without proper contractual frameworks and compliance procedures, organizations risk employment claims, discrimination awards, regulatory enforcement action, and unexpected permanent establishment

Malta's Global Residence Programme (GRP) will be replaced by a new Individual Tax Programme from January 2027, introducing substantially higher entry requirements including increased minimum tax obligations and stricter property thresholds. Eligible applicants who submit applications before December 31, 2026 can secure grandfathered status under the current, more favorable GRP terms until 2031, potentially saving significant costs on application fees, property requirements, and annual tax minimums.

Maltese employment law departs from the ordinary civil rule that claimants must prove their allegations when it comes to discrimination claims. Once an employee establishes facts suggesting discriminatory treatment, the burden shifts to the employer to prove the decision was lawful and non-discriminatory. This article examines the EU origins of this evidential framework, its implementation across multiple Maltese regulations, and how the courts have applied it in practice.

Malta has implemented comprehensive gender pay gap reporting requirements through the Equal Pay (Transparency and Reporting) Regulations, transposing the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

Many individuals mistakenly believe that obtaining beneficiary status under Malta's Global Residence Programme or The Residence Programme automatically qualifies them for a Malta Tax Residence Certificate. This article examines the critical legal and administrative distinctions between these two separate processes, explaining when and how individuals can successfully obtain a Tax Residence Certificate beyond their programme beneficiary status.

Malta has consolidated its special tax status schemes into a single framework effective January 2027, offering four distinct categories for foreign residents. Each category provides a flat 15% tax rate on foreign-source income remitted to Malta, with varying minimum annual tax obligations and eligibility requirements based on nationality and income source.

This quarterly bulletin consolidates significant legal, regulatory, and compliance developments across Malta's financial services, gaming, consumer protection, and data protection sectors. Key regulatory bodies including the MGA, MFSA, FIAU, MCCAA, IDPC, and FSSA have issued consultations, guidance, and enforcement updates addressing artificial intelligence governance, anti-money laundering standards, decentralised finance frameworks, and enhanced consumer protections. The updates reflect Malta's ongoing al