VISA DE NÓMADA DIGITAL 2026

Malta VISA DE NÓMADA DIGITAL

Nomad Residence Permit · also known as the Malta Nomad. Launched 2021. $3,700/month — 10% más caro.

Malta cut its nomad tax from 35% to 10% flat in 2024, making it one of Europe's most attractive tax-wise. English is official, it's in Schengen, and you can renew for up to 4 years — though rent in Sliema/St Julian's is pricier than you'd expect.

$3,700
Ingresos Mín./mes
1 year
Duración
$325
Tarifa de Visa
4wk
Tramitación

Requisitos

Para optar a la visa de nómada digital de Malta, debes cumplir los siguientes requisitos:

📅 Renewable?
✅ Sí — up to 4 years
🏡 Vía a la Residencia
❌ No
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Allowed
✅ Sí
🏥 Health Insurance
💻 Work Requirement
Employed by foreign employer OR freelancer with foreign clients
🗓️ Launched
2021

Estado Fiscal

🕐 Residency threshold183 days/year
📋 Tax regime10% flat tax on foreign-sourced income (reduced from 35% in 2024)

⚠️ Tax rules change often and depend on your citizenship and total days abroad. Consult an international tax advisor before committing.

✅ Beneficios

  • 10% flat tax on foreign income as of 2024
  • English is an official language
  • Schengen + EU access
  • Mediterranean island climate

⚠️ What to know

  • Expensive rent — small island with tourist demand
  • No PR path from this visa
  • Heavy traffic on a small island

Plan Your Stay

How long can you stay on this visa? Enter a target stay length — see where you land relative to the max term.

📅 Initial term1 year
🔁 Renewals needed0
🏠 Tax resident?

Solicitud Online

Applications go through the official Malta immigration portal. Budget 4 weeks and a $325 application fee.

Official Malta Application →

Comparar con Otras Visas — Europa

Visas de Nómada DigitalIngresos Mín./mesDuraciónVía a la Residencia
Malta$3,7001 year
Noruega$010 years
República Checa$6501 year
Alemania$2,2003 years
Hungría$2,3001 year
Croacia$2,8001 year
España$2,9001 year
Turquía$3,0001 year
Italia$3,1001 year
Letonia$3,5001 year
Portugal$3,8001 year
Grecia$3,8001 year
Rumanía$3,8001 year
Chipre$3,9001 year
Estonia$4,7001 year
Islandia$7,8006 months

Preguntas Frecuentes

What is the Malta digital nomad visa?

The Nomad Residence Permit (Malta Nomad) is Malta's dedicated visa for remote workers and freelancers. It was launched in 2021 and runs for 1 year, with renewals available up to 4 years. Malta cut its nomad tax from 35% to 10% flat in 2024, making it one of Europe's most attractive tax-wise. English is official, it's in Schengen, and you can renew for up to 4 years — though rent in Sliema/St Julian's is pricier than you'd expect.

What's the income requirement for the Malta nomad visa?

You need to show proof of at least $3,700 per month in stable remote income. Employed by foreign employer OR freelancer with foreign clients

How long does the Malta nomad visa take to process?

Processing typically takes 4 weeks from submission to approval, though timelines vary by consulate and application completeness. The application fee is $325.

Will I pay taxes on the Malta nomad visa?

10% flat tax on foreign-sourced income (reduced from 35% in 2024) You become a tax resident if you spend more than 183 days in Malta within a rolling 12-month period.

Does the Malta nomad visa lead to residency?

No — this visa is designed for temporary stays and does not lead directly to permanent residency. If you want a long-term base, consider switching to a work or investor visa before the term ends.

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Costo de Vida en Malta

🌍 Costo de Vida — Malta
$2,500/mo
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