The Republic of Malta, located in the Central Mediterranean Sea south of Sicily, Italy, is a nation with a population

of approximately 516,000 people (2023). Its capital city is Valletta and its official languages are Maltese and
English. The currency is the Euro (EUR). Malta boasts a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild,
wet winters. Tourism, financial services, manufacturing, and shipping are the country's major industries.

Immigration:

 Immigration from Nepal: A growing community, primarily working in the hospitality and care
sectors.

 Immigration from Gulf countries: Smaller community, mainly professionals and business owners.

Visa and Work Permits:

 Duration:

o Work permits typically valid for one year, with potential for extensions.

o Residence permits valid for up to five years.

Job Vacancies:

 High demand: IT professionals, healthcare workers, hospitality workers, construction workers.

 Job boards: JobsPlus (government website), Bayt.com, Indeed

Languages:

 Maltese: Semitic language, closely related to Arabic.

 English: Widely spoken, particularly in business and tourism sectors.

Climate:

 Summers: Warm and dry, average temperatures around 28°C (82°F).

 Winters: Mild and wet, average temperatures around 15°C (59°F).

Schengen Area:

 Joined: 2007

 Benefits: Free movement of people and goods within the Schengen Area.

Major Business Hub Cities:

 Valletta: Capital city, with a strong financial services industry.
  St. Julian's: Tourism hub, known for its nightlife and entertainment.

 Sliema: Commercial center, with a growing IT sector.

 Birkirkara: Largest city by population, with a diverse industrial base.

Additional Information:

 Malta is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, historical sites, and
vibrant culture.

 The economy is thriving, with a low unemployment rate.

 Malta offers a high quality of life, with a Mediterranean climate and friendly people.

Salaries
 Doctors: €5,000 - €8,000 per month
 Lawyers: €4,000 - €7,000 per month
 Engineers: €4,000 - €6,000 per month
 IT professionals: €5,000 - €8,000 per month
 Managers: €4,000 - €7,000 per month

 Cashiers: €1,200 - €1,800 per month

 Waiters/Waitresses: €1,200 - €1,500 per month
 Cleaning staff: €1,100 - €1,400 per month
 Security guards: €1,200 - €1,600 per month
 Factory workers: €1,400 - €2,000 per month

Duty times:
 Standard workweek: 40 hours per week (5 days a week)
 Maximum daily work hours: 8 hours per day, with some exceptions for specific
industries.
 Overtime: Paid at a higher rate for work exceeding 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week.
 Rest breaks: Employees are entitled to a 15-minute rest break for every 4 hours worked.
 Annual leave: Minimum of 25 working days per year for full-time employees.