- Record-Breaking Year: Malta issued 28,000 work permits to foreigners in 2023, the highest in its history.
- Non-EU Nationals: The majority of permits were granted to non-EU citizens, making up a significant portion of the 41,927 total residence permits issued.
- Top Nationalities:
- India: Largest group, with over 11,000 permits.
- Nepal: 6,515 permits.
- Colombia: 3,648 permits.
- High Permit Issuance: Malta granted 76 permits per 1,000 residents, over ten times the EU average.
- Foreign Population Surge: By the end of 2023, Malta’s foreign population reached 158,368, marking a 15.3% increase from the previous year.
- Critical Economic Role: Foreign workers are essential, particularly in low-wage sectors, helping to address local labor shortages.
- Daily Permit Issuance: Identity Malta, responsible for issuing permits, processed around 115 work permits daily.
- Fee Increase: Starting January 2024, the government increased the application fees for work permits to €300.
- Growth in Residence Permits: The country saw a growing number of residence permits, especially from non-EU countries.
- Future Economic Adjustments: With increasing reliance on foreign workers, Malta may need to reevaluate its economic model to sustain long-term growth.
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