🇲🇹 Malta · Family
Family reunification — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,578 (≈ EUR 1,578 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Minimum annual salary | €50,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–21 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://identita.gov.mt/expatriates-unit-main-page/noneu-nationals/non-employment-permits/family-members-policy/.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,578 (≈ EUR 1,578 · FX 2026-06-22).
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The definition of the stable resources in order that family members become eligible for such reunification, that is, they should be equivalent to the median wage, as established by the National Statistics Office – the latest published amount is €18,940, in addition to a 20% of the said median wage for each family member.”
“"must undertake to provide... a health insurance policy for each family member, with a minimum coverage limit of €100,000"”
“The first one is that the sponsor should have reasonable prospects of permanent residence and stable resources which would enable him/her to maintain himself and his family members. (Refere prospects de residência permanente do patrocinador; não declara que o familiar reunificado obtém PR.)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.