Malta's premium fast-track work permit for high-earning professionals. Get your work authorization in just 5 days.
Key Employee Initiative has specific salary thresholds based on sector.
Special reduced threshold for the iGaming industry, reflecting Malta's position as the world's iGaming hub.
Standard threshold for Fintech, Aviation, Maritime, and other qualifying strategic sectors.
The Key Employee Initiative is available for these strategic sectors.
Online gaming, betting operators
Financial technology, blockchain
Airlines, aircraft services
Shipping, yacht registration
The fastest and most prestigious work permit route for Malta.
Expedited processing guarantees your work permit decision within just 5 working days.
Designed for management, executive, and specialist roles. CTOs, Directors, Senior Developers.
Ideal for Malta's booming tech ecosystem. Join the world's iGaming capital.
Bring your spouse and children to Malta with expedited processing.
Your employer handles the application. Must be licensed in eligible sectors.
300+ days of sunshine, English-speaking environment, excellent quality of life.
Unmatched processing speed for qualified applicants.
Fast-track processing
Renewable annually
Criteria for Malta Key Employee Initiative application.
EUR 30,000/year for most sectors, EUR 25,000/year for iGaming.
Senior, managerial, or highly specialized technical position required.
Licensed company in Malta operating in eligible strategic sectors.
Valid passport with sufficient validity and clean immigration history.
Signed contract stating salary, position, and job responsibilities.
Excellent family reunification benefits included.
Our specialists will assess your eligibility for the Key Employee Initiative.
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