Freelance in Malta

Freelance in Malta: how freelancers pay taxes, get paid by foreign clients and find work, and which skills are in demand. Hire or offer services on Kits.

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The freelance market in Malta

Malta is an English-speaking EU country with a big iGaming, fintech and blockchain industry, which hires many freelance developers, designers, marketers and compliance specialists.

Taxes and legal status

Self-employed people register with Jobsplus and the tax authorities, pay Class 2 social security contributions and file a yearly income tax return with progressive rates. VAT registration applies above a turnover threshold, with a small business exemption. Non-EU citizens working remotely for foreign employers or clients can apply for the Nomad Residence Permit.

This is general information as of 2026, not tax or legal advice. Rates and thresholds change, so check them with the tax authority or a local accountant before you register.

Getting paid

Clients in the EU usually pay by SEPA transfer in EUR, which is fast and cheap inside the European payment area. PayPal, Wise and Revolut are widely used for smaller amounts and clients outside the EU.

SEPA transfers in EUR
PayPal
Wise and Revolut
Stripe invoices

Skills in demand

iGaming development and marketing
compliance and AML
software development
graphic design
copywriting in English

Tips for freelancers in Malta

iGaming companies are the biggest freelance clients here.
English is an official language, so all paperwork can be done in it.
Check the Nomad Residence Permit rules if you are not from the EU.

Hiring a freelancer from Malta

Local time in Malta is UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer), so agree in advance on the hours when you are both available for calls. Describe the task, the deadline and the budget in your first message, ask for examples of similar work, and fix what counts as done before work starts. If the work is for a local audience, a freelancer who knows the language and the market will save you rewrites.

Kits for freelancers in Malta

Kits is an international freelance marketplace that is not tied to one country. Freelancers in Malta can publish services with a portfolio and a clear price, or respond to clients' jobs, and talk to clients in the built-in chat. The first listing on each account is free, and the site works in nine languages, from English and Spanish to Russian, Turkish and Georgian.

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Frequently asked questions

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How are freelancers taxed in Malta?

Freelancers register as self-employed, pay Class 2 social security and progressive income tax; non-EU remote workers can use the Nomad Residence Permit. Rules change, so check the current rates with the tax authority or an accountant before you register.

How do freelancers in Malta get paid by foreign clients?

The usual options are SEPA transfers in EUR, PayPal, Wise and Revolut and Stripe invoices. Which one suits you depends on the client's country, the fees and how fast you need the money.

Which freelance skills are in demand in Malta?

iGaming development and marketing, compliance and AML, software development, graphic design and copywriting in English.

Can I find a freelancer in Malta on Kits?

Yes. Kits is open to clients and freelancers from any country. Search the catalogue or post a job, compare portfolios and reviews, and agree on the details in the chat.