| Money you must show | At least 75% of the national minimum wage for every month of study About €746 a month at the 2026 minimum wage of €229.44 a week (our calculation). The University of Malta tells its students to show €950 a month. Source: Identità (Central Visa Unit), checked 24 September 2026 |
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| Visa fee | €100 standard, €150 extended service (age 12 and over) Plus €27.50 residence permit application fee for higher education courses (MQF level 5 and above). Source: Identità / European Commission EU Immigration Portal, checked 24 September 2026 |
| Work while you study | 20 hours a week, with an employment licence Students on full-time higher education courses recognised by MQRIC may work from their first year. Jobsplus sets conditions, including sectors. Source: Identità, checked 10 November 2026 |
| Stay after you graduate | 9-month post-study residence permit To look for work or set up a business. Source: Identità / European Commission EU Immigration Portal, checked 10 November 2026 |