Budget measure
From 2027 free public transport is restricted to Maltese and Gozitan residents, resident EU nationals and long-term residents.
Amount
Not specified
Previous
No direct comparator
Effective from
Awaiting guidance
Other third-country nationals and visitors would no longer qualify. Proof-of-status requirements are awaiting guidance.
Affects: TCNs & foreign residents, Residents.
The additional COLA mechanism runs again, paying €200 to €1,500 a year depending on disposable income and household size. Over 100,000 households are expected to benefit.
€200 to €1,500 per year
Speech printed p. 22 · PDF p. 26
The new non-EU work permit application fee rises from €600 to €800, and a new €400 annual infrastructure contribution applies to new applications and renewals, with an under-18 exemption.
€800 application; €400 annual contribution
Speech printed p. 29 · PDF p. 33
Holders of non-EU licences can drive for 12 months from entry; after that they need a Maltese or EU licence.
€83 per month fee
Speech printed p. 30 · PDF p. 34