Highly-qualified worker in Malta

You are required to apply for a KEI at Identita’ by submitting an application via the following website: Single Permit - Welcome (gov.mt ) - It will be updated.

The application consists of a single process application and incorporates the issue of an employment licence (work permit).

1. The CEA Form C (Non-EU) – Application for a residence permit on the basis of employment. The form must be endorsed by the employer with an official stamp and signature of the responsible official;
2. the form ID 1A – Identity Registration Form – Non-Maltese Nationals, together with an application fee of €280.50. Payment must be addressed to ‘Identita’’ if made by cheque;
3. a full copy of the passport, including the blank pages;
4. a covering letter by the employer, explaining in detail why this position is necessary and stating that the applicant has the necessary credentials to perform the duties being assigned;
5. a work contract signed by the applicant and employer indicating a minimum annual gross salary of €30,000;
6. a curriculum vitae of the applicant, according to the template provided, signed by the applicant;
7. certified copies of relevant qualifications, warrants or reference letters of the applicant relating to the job that needs to be provided, together with recognition from the Malta Qualifications Recognition and Information Centre (MQRIC). Where recognition has not yet been obtained, a copy of the receipt from MQRIC needs to be attached with the application;
8. a comprehensive health-insurance policy, showing all aspects being covered, which supports the applicant in the eventuality of requiring any type of medical assistance or hospitalisation during the whole period of stay in Malta;
9. the lease agreement or purchase agreement of property which makes clear reference to the applicant. If renting a property, the applicant is required to present a Rental Declaration Form signed by the owner of the same property. The termination date should be specified in the lease agreement;
10. employers are requested to send an email to workpermmit [dot] idcugov [dot] mt (workpermmit[dot]idcu[at]gov[dot]mt )and to read and follow the instructions that will be communicated by the automatic email of the IDCU work permit unit (part of infectious disease prevention and control unit). Once ALL documents are received and vetted, employers will receive the approval form by email. The approval form must be presented to Identita’ with the submission of the application of the employee.

If your application for a KEI Single Permit is rejected, you may wish to lodge an appeal to this decision with the Immigration Appeals Board. The appeal must be submitted within three (3) working days from the date of receipt of this letter. Any communication to the said Board should be addressed to:

The Secretary

Immigration Appeals Board

15, 1^st Floor, City Gate Buildings,

Ordnance Street

Valletta VLT 1020

Note that any appeal you may lodge with the aforementioned Board shall not prejudice the above-mentioned decision until the Appeal Board’s proceedings are finalised. If you decide to lodge an appeal, you may wish to appoint a special mandatory to represent you in any of the sittings that may eventually be held during your absence.