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Announced, not yet in force Upcoming changes
Work permit fee rising to €800, plus a yearly €400 contribution
The government announced that the fee for a new work permit for non-EU workers will rise from €600 to €800 per person. A new infrastructure contribution of €400 a year will be charged to new applicants and to people renewing their permits, but not to anyone under 18. Fees for many other Identità permits will also go up; the new amounts and the start date have not been published yet.
Start date not announced yet · Announced in the Budget 2027 speech, October 2026 · Ministry for Finance (Malta)
New rules for non-EU driving licences
If you hold a residence permit, you can drive on a licence from outside the EU for 12 months from arrival, and the period does not restart when you leave and come back. After that you need a Maltese or EU licence. From January 2027, category B and B1 licences issued or renewed carry an administrative fee of €83 a month. EU and EEA citizens, long-term residents and their spouses are exempt, and so are some other nationalities and people with a residence permit for driving work.
From January 2027 · Announced in the Budget 2027 speech, October 2026 · Ministry for Finance (Malta)
Minimum wage rising in 2027
The national minimum wage will rise by €10.41 a week in 2027, including the cost-of-living adjustment. That takes it from €229.44 to about €239.85 a week (Settily's calculation). DIER publishes the official rate.
From January 2027 · Announced in the Budget 2027 speech, October 2026 · Ministry for Finance (Malta)
The figures elsewhere on this page are the rules in force today. Settily updates them when the change takes effect.
Chef Relocation Guide: Moving to Malta
€15,144-€32,448 · Visa: Single Permit
This guide is for a Chef planning to move to Malta. Whether you just received a job offer, are still exploring, or are mid-application — you will find everything you need here.
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💰 Salary
€15,144-€32,448
📋 Visa
Single Permit
Most roles at these pay levels go through the standard Single Permit. The Key Employee, Specialist Employee and EU Blue Card routes have higher salary minimums (see the Malta visa page).
🎓 Recognition
Cooking is not on Malta's list of regulated professions. Single Permit applicati...
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Can a Chef work in Malta as a non-EU professional?
Yes, through the Single Permit route. Most roles at these pay levels go through the standard Single Permit. The Key Employee, Specialist Employee and EU Blue Card routes have higher salary minimums (see the Malta visa page).
What salary can a Chef expect in Malta?
€15,144-€32,448 gross per year.
How long does it take to move to Malta as a Chef?
Visa processing on the Single Permit route: about 2 months. The visa guide explains what this time covers.
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What Do Chefs Earn in Malta?
€15,144-€32,448
Annual figures are the published monthly range × 12 (WageIndicator, majority range). They do not include statutory bonuses.
Which Visa Do Chefs Use to Move to Malta?
Single Permit
Single Permit is the main route for Chefs relocating to Malta. Most roles at these pay levels go through the standard Single Permit. The Key Employee, Specialist Employee and EU Blue Card routes have higher salary minimums (see the Malta visa page).
Is Your Chef Qualification Recognised in Malta?
Cooking is not on Malta's list of regulated professions. Single Permit applications to work in tourism and hospitality must include a Skills Pass issued by the Maltese Institute of Tourism Studies. Your qualification certificates must also be recognised by MQRIC for the Single Permit (see the Malta visa page).
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