🇲🇹 Malta Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Europe · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
69/100
Global Rank
#6/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$2,050
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 32/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 71/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 71/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 71/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 39/100 | Expensive |
| Overall (composite) | 56 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $2,050 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Malta
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valletta | $2,050 | 56 | 80 |
| Sliema | $2,050 | 56 | 80 |
| St. Julian's | $2,050 | 56 | 80 |
| Birkirkara | $2,050 | 56 | 80 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 35% |
| VAT / GST | 18% |
| Corporate Tax | 35% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 18.4% |
Special Tax Regimes
- Effective 5% corporate rate via refunds
- Global Residence Programme
Imputation system reduces effective corporate rate to 5%.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 27% | $3,037 |
| $100,000 | 34% | $5,491 |
| $200,000 | 40% | $10,075 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Freedom of Movement | Unlimited | Yes | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Valletta |
| Population | 535,000 |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Maltese, English |
| Region | Southern Europe |
| Timezone | CET (UTC+1) |
| English Proficiency | High |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Malta Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/mt. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.