The guide
Settling in Malta, topic by topic.
The rules that matter, checked on official websites and explained simply. To find out what applies to your situation, ask Moovy, our AI assistant.
- ResidenceRegistering, deadlines, papers to keep.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Public services and online portalsWho does what, digital identity, the order of steps.
- In Malta, which authority does what, and what can you do online with your e-ID?
- Tax numberGetting it, before or after you arrive.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- TaxesTax residence, rates, schemes for newcomers.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HealthcareRegistering, the European Health Insurance Card, the S1 form.
- How to access public healthcare when you settle in Malta?
- Health insurance required for visas and permits: what EU rules ask (short and long stays)
- SchoolEnrolling your children, international schools, childcare.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Working for yourselfLegal forms, contributions, VAT, accounting.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- WorkContract, salary, unemployment, recognition of qualifications.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HousingRenting, buying, lease pitfalls.
- Renting a home in Malta: lease term, registration, deposit, notice and rent increases
- BankingOpening an account, what you will be asked for.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Driving licence and carExchanging your licence, registering your car.
- Bringing your car to Malta: registration within 30 days, registration tax, annual road licence, roadworthiness test and insurance
- RetirementReceiving your pension, settling as a retiree.
- Retiring in Malta: foreign pension, form S1, retirement age, careers in several countries and 2026 tax
- Customs and daily lifeLanguage, opening hours, manners, what surprises newcomers.
- Daily life in Malta: languages, driving on the left, opening hours, 2026 public holidays and customs to know
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