Tracking immigration for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Immigration · EconomyMalta's passport ranks 5th globally for travel freedom while its citizenship-by-merit program tops world rankings for 11th year. EU access, 185+ destinations.
Economy · ImmigrationThird-country nationals in Malta earn 38% below average wage. ADPD demands minimum wage increase, rent control, and stronger protections for all workers.
Immigration · National NewsDiscover Dar Trionfi in Victoria: free legal clinics for migrants, hot meals, and support services in Gozo. Open Mon/Wed/Fri. Learn access details here.
National News · ImmigrationNearly 25% of Maltese children now speak English as their main language. From March 2026, non-EU workers must pass Maltese language exams for work permits.
Culture · ImmigrationLimestone photo frames carved by German POWs in Malta traveled to Canada with emigrant families. Discover how wartime adversaries became craftsmen-traders.
National News · Immigration18-year-old Indian student Vishav missing since March 19, 2026 in Malta. €1,000 reward offered. Last seen St Julian's/Paceville area. Call police with info.
National News · ImmigrationMalta's 2026 registry reforms restrict baby names to Latin alphabet, ease paternity registration, and shield death records. What expats and residents should know now.
National News · Immigration54-year-old sentenced to 8 years after swallowing cocaine capsules at Malta Airport. Details of the €57,903 drug bust and plea deal.
Immigration · National NewsMalta police detained 103 migrants in 8 days across Gżira, Marsa, and Gozo. What expats and employers must know about ID checks and hiring rules.