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Digital life and remote work
Internet and broadband, mobile networks and 5G, digital government and the e-ID, online banking and digital payments, e-commerce, the technology sector and remote work in Malta, including the Nomad Residence Permit.
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Internet and broadband
Nearly every household (97.8% in 2025) has internet access. Fibre and cable broadband from GO, Melita and Epic cover the islands with gigabit plans in most towns; standalone plans typically cost €25–45 a month (editorial range). Buses and many public spaces have free Wi-Fi.
Key figures
Individuals with at least basic digital skills
66.8%
2025
Eurostat — European Commission · verified 01 Oct 2026
Every figure shows the reference period and the publishing authority. Statistics are refreshed when the source publishes a new release; see the source register for document details.
| Indicator | Value | Period | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with internet access | 97.8 % | 2025 | Eurostat — European Commission · isoc_ci_in_h · verified 01 Oct 2026 |
| Individuals with at least basic digital skills | 66.8 % | 2025 | Eurostat — European Commission · isoc_sk_dskl_i21 I_DSK2_BAB · verified 01 Oct 2026 |
Mobile and 5G
Three networks (GO, Melita, Epic) offer 4G nationally and 5G in populated areas; EU roaming rules apply for EU SIMs. Prepaid and contract plans with generous data are inexpensive.
Digital government
The e-ID, issued by Identità with the ID card or residence card, gives access to most government services online: tax, social security, vehicle licensing, planning, education and health records (myHealth).
Banking and payments
Online and mobile banking are standard; contactless cards and phone payments are accepted almost everywhere, including buses; electronic-money institutions and fintechs are widely used alongside banks.
E-commerce
Local retailers deliver island-wide; international e-commerce reaches Malta by post and courier, with customs on non-EU orders.
Technology sector
Gaming technology, fintech, software development, AI and blockchain companies cluster in the harbour area and at SmartCity in Kalkara; English-speaking, EU-based talent is the draw.
Remote work
Remote and hybrid work are common in gaming and finance. Non-EU remote workers employed abroad can apply for the Nomad Residence Permit (income threshold and health insurance required). MPRP holders may work remotely for foreign employers subject to tax and licensing rules; local employment requires a licence. Co-working spaces operate in Valletta, Sliema, St Julian's, Gżira and Victoria.
Sources & Verification
Verified 1 October 2026 against the sources below- EU Institution
Eurostat — Society, education, health, digital and transport (isoc_ci_in_h, edat_lfse_03, educ_uoe_perp04, ilc_peps01n, isoc_sk_dskl_i21, road_eqs_carhab, hlth_rs_bds, reg_area3)
Eurostat — European Commission
Household internet access; tertiary attainment 30–34; pupil–teacher ratio; at-risk-of-poverty-or-social-exclusion; digital skills; passenger cars per 1,000; hospital beds; area
- Published
- 10 Sept 2026
- Effective
- —
- Last checked
- 01 Oct 2026
- Status
- Active
Reference: EUROSTAT-SOCIETYOfficial requirement - Official Authority
Identità — Identity, residence and passports agency
Identità (Government of Malta)
Identity Cards Unit; Expatriates Unit (residence documents for EU nationals and residence permits for third-country nationals); Passport Office
- Published
- —
- Effective
- —
- Last checked
- 01 Oct 2026
- Status
- Active
Reference: IDENTITAOfficial requirement - Secondary
Malta MPRP Guide — editorial market review
Malta MPRP Guide editorial team (secondary, non-official)
Editorial ranges compiled from current listings, provider price lists and local professional input; reviewed on the frequent-change interval
- Published
- —
- Effective
- —
- Last checked
- 01 Oct 2026
- Status
- Active
Reference: EDITORIAL-MARKETOfficial requirement
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