However, this rapid increase has also created challenges, putting extra pressure on housing, transport, healthcare, and other public services. To better manage these changes, the Maltese Government introduced a new Malta Labour Migration Policy (“Policy”). This Policy aims to better plan for future job market needs while helping to keep skilled workers in Malta.
The new Policy puts forward 32 recommendations to meet these 4 goals:
- Retention and stability
- Protecting workers’ rights and improving work conditions
- Aligning the Policy with labour market needs
- Focusing on skills when bringing in new workers
These 32 recommendations shall be implemented in the coming months/year, starting as of 1 August 2025.
The below guide outlines the recommendations introduced under the new policy.
