What happened?
A Single Permit is generally renewed annually. Identità says renewal may only be submitted while the current permit remains valid.
Why does it matter?
Submitting before expiry is important to avoid problems with immigration status.
Who is affected?
Current Single Permit holders who need to continue their authorised employment and residence in Malta.
What should you do?
Start preparing up to 90 days before expiry and check whether health-screening rules affect when your application may be submitted.
Identità advises starting the renewal process 90 days before expiry. Where a renewal health screening is required, the application can only be submitted 30 days before expiry.
Current renewal fee: €150 per year. Confirm the latest fee and requirements on the official page before submission.
Official renewal information: https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/employment-related-permits/single-permit/renewal-of-single-permit/