Single Permit / Key Employee Initiative
Single Permit / Key Employee Initiative is a residence route in Malta (Lavoro). Employer applies to Identità; KEI fast track (~5 days) for managers/specialists with salary above threshold (~€45k? verify); EU Blue Card for graduates.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Remittance basis; 15% flat for qualifying highly qualified employees
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Lavoro |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | — |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 5 |
| Cittadinanza | 7 |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | non-EU/EEA/CH nationals |
| Imposte | Remittance basis; 15% flat for qualifying highly qualified employees |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
Solo informazione generale – non è consulenza fiscale, legale, migratoria, d'investimento o finanziaria, né un rapporto con il cliente. Dati semplificati, indicativi e forse non aggiornati. Verificate sempre con l'autorità ufficiale e un professionista abilitato del paese prima di agire. Eventuali link partner sono indicati e possono generarci un compenso.