EURES Malta
Contents of the Presentation About Malta Labour Market Situation & Living and Working in Malta Work Permit System ( CV, Applications ) Statistics (foreigners working in Malta)
About Malta
Location Located in the Mediterranean Sea, just south of Sicily, the Maltese Archipelago basically consists of three islands, Malta, Gozo and Comino. Their total population in 2005 was 404, 500 On a national level, Malta remains the most denselypopulated country in the European Union with an average of 1, 282 persons per square kilometre. Malta is followed by the Netherlands with 480 person per square kilometre.
Position The distance between Malta and the nearest point in Sicily is 93 km. The distance from the nearest point on the North Africa mainland (Tunisia) is 288 km. Gibraltar is 1, 826 km to the west and Alexandria is 1, 510 km to the east. Area of the Maltese Islands: 316 km square.
Physical Features Malta has no mountains or rivers. A series of low hills with terraced fields on the slopes characterise the island. The coastline of Malta is well indented, thus providing numerous harbours, bays, creeks, sandy beaches and rocky coves. The length of the shoreline round Malta is 136 km, and 43 km round Gozo.
Climate It is the climate, more than anything else, that has made Malta an important tourist resort in the centre of the Mediterranean, the average winter temperature is 12 °C (54 °F)
History Malta boosts a rich legacy from its centuries-old history, from megalithic temples -unique in the worldto its capital Valletta, a jewel of baroque architecture, and its massive fortifications which witnessed the bravery of the Maltese people over the centuries. Again, in 1942, the courage and endurance of the Maltese people was recognised when the United Kingdom awarded to Malta the George Cross, which is now an integral part of the national flag. Malta has also a long tradition of hospitality. One of the most famous "guests" of the archipelago was the apostle Paul - the future St. Paul – who was shipwrecked on Malta in AD 60.
Resources Natural resources are nearly non-existent, except for its famous golden stone (globigerina), and rivers are absent. Nevertheless farmers succeed to produce a wide variety of products in their small terraced fields. They even export part of their crop. Bee-keeping industry, already renowned in ancient times, is still flourishing. Still, Malta is not only an island in the sun and an open-air museum in the Mediterranean, it is also an island looking towards the future. Apart the tourism and manufacturing industries by now firmly established, Malta is currently developing its service economy and it also aims to become a hub for communications in the Mediterranean.
Labour Market Situation
Labour Supply as at September 2007
Labour Status During July and September 2007, the number of persons over 15 years was estimated to be 328, 125. - Of these, 49% were inactive. Additionally, the number of employed reached 156, 930 whilst a further 10, 348 persons were unemployed.
Labour Status (…cont. ) For the Third Quarter 2007, the total activity rate was 59. 9%. The rate for females was 40. 6% whereas that of males was 78. 8%. The persons aged between 55 to 64 years, the activity rate was 30. 5%
Distribution of the Labour Force
The Employed Population For the months July to September 2007 the employment rate stood at 56. 1% whilst for the females was 36. 4% and for men 74. 5%. For persons aged between 55 to 64 years, the employment rate reached 29. 2%
The Unemployed Population Between July and September 2007, the total number of unemployed persons estimate to be 10, 348 persons. The unemployment rate stood at 6. 2% Unemployment rates for persons aged between 15 and 24 years was 43. 35% 38. 6% had been looking for a job for over a year.
Employment Rate Unemployment Rate
Employment / Unemployment rates by age groups Employment rate Unemployment rate
Unemployed person classified by age groups
Duration of Job Search of Unemployed Persons
Employed Persons classified by sector For the third quarter 2007, the majority or 16. 3% were working in the manufacturing sector, whilst a further 15. 2% worked in the wholesale and retail sector. Self Employed persons made up 13. 8% of the total number of employed persons. 141, 027 persons were estimated to be employed on full time bases whereas 15, 903 were working in a part time basis.
Labour Market - Shortages Hospitality (chefs, room attendants) Construction Mechanical technicians IT – programmers Project managers Accountants
Employers’ Structure By mid-2007 there were 35, 424 employers registered with ETC, of whom: 70% were self-employed (full- or part-time) 24% employ between 2 and 9 employees 5% employ between 10 and 49 employees 1% employ more than 50 employees Consequently, 94% of employers employ less than 10 employees and are considered as Microemployers with European standards. 30% of the employers operate within primary and manufacturing sectors; while the remaining 70% operate within the market services segment.
Living and Working in Malta Work Permit System EU Citizens Rights. Statistics Living Conditions Working Conditions Eures Malta
Looking for a Job in Malta Through EURES Malta website http: //www. euresmalta. com vacancy database with search facility used by employers and job seekers. EURES Freephone Service 80076505
Maltese seeking work in the EU As from 1 st May 2004, Maltese workers have the right to seek work in all EU countries without any restrictions.
EU Citizens seeking work in Malta On this point, Malta has obtained a deal which is different from other EU countries. For a period of seven years after membership, Malta will be able to apply safeguards on the right of EU nationals to work in Malta. Restrictions may be imposed if there is a threat the inflow of EU workers may put a strain on the local labour market either in whole or even in certain sectors/occupations. In such cases, Malta may refuse to grant work permits to EU workers.
EU Citizens seeking work in Malta (…cont. ) After the period of seven years, in the event of disproportionate influx of EU workers, Malta may still seek a remedy, this time acting through the EU institutions.
Foreigners currently working in Malta (as October 2008) EU 4, 246 Non EU 5, 038 Total 9, 284
EU Citizens Nationalities currently working in Malta (October 2008) NATIONALITY FEMALE TOTAL AUSTRIA 30 33 63 BELGIUM 20 27 47 BULGARIA 159 413 572 0 1 1 CZECH REPUBLIC 40 28 68 DENMARK 17 51 68 ESTONIA 2 2 4 FINLAND 22 29 51 FRANCE 89 149 238 181 171 352 GREECE 12 22 34 HUNGARY 79 59 138 IRELAND 16 33 49 ITALY 78 273 351 CYPRUS GERMANY NATIONALITY FEMALE TOTAL LATVIA 6 17 23 LITHUANIA 9 3 12 LUXEMBOURG 2 0 2 NETHERLANDS 38 57 95 NORWAY 12 29 41 POLAND 92 51 143 4 19 23 ROMANIA 56 180 236 SLOVAK REP. 47 32 79 7 23 30 SPAIN 37 32 69 SWEDEN 96 197 293 SWITZERLAND 14 7 21 443 699 1142 1 0 1 1609 2637 4246 PORTUGAL SLOVENIA UNITED KINGDOM UNKNOWN TOTAL
Entry, Free Movement and related Rights of Citizens of the Union and their Dependants “A citizen of the Union shall have the right to enter, remain and reside in Malta seek and take up employment or self-employment therein, and such rights shall, be also applicable to dependants”. “A citizens of the Union shall have the right of entry and exist simply on production of a valid identification document and to move freely within Malta for a period of three months”.
Entry, Free Movement and related Rights of Citizens of the Union and their Dependants (…cont. ) “ The period of three months is extendable to six months in case of a person who provides evidence that, he is genuinely seeking employment”. “ Where a citizen of the Union is a worker pursing an activity as an employed person in Malta, his dependants shall, even if they are third country Nationals, have the right to install themselves with the worker, including the right to take up an activity as an employed person in Malta”.
Entry, Free Movement and related Rights of Citizens of the Union and their Dependants (…cont. ) “ Residence may be revoked where the worker has become voluntarily unemployed and such revocation may be extended to his dependants as the case may be”. “ The Minister responsible for employment, may, by order and in the advice of the employment agency, indicate that in his opinion the grant of a licence to a Citizen of the Union and, or, his dependants in a particular sector or occupation creates or may create disturbance on the labour market which could seriously threaten the standard of living or level of employment”.
Entry, Free Movement and related Rights of Citizens of the Union and their Dependants (…cont. ) “ A citizen for the Union who enters Malta to take up employment for three months or less, whether seasonal or otherwise, shall NOT be entitled to a residence permit but may stay in Malta for the duration of the work period on the basis of a licence”. Please refer to the Legal Professionals List available on website http: //www. eures. com. mt/Eures. Malta/Main/Page. aspx? pageid=Docs. NRes
Residence for Study “ A Citizen of the Union has the right to reside in Malta for the purpose of following a course of education including vocation training”.
How to apply for a work permit Employment and Training Corporation Employment Licences Unit Tel No: 00356 222 01 580 Fax No: 00356 222 01 852 Website: www. etc. gov. mt E-mail: employment-licences. etc@gov. mt
Work Permits As it was announced on 2 nd July 2005, and published in the Press Release MEYEPR 098/05 all functions regarding work permits were to be administrated by the Employment & Training Corporation (ETC) The application can be downloaded from our website www. etc. gov. mt
Fees The fees have also been increased as follows: Non EU - € 93. 17 on application - € 46. 59 on collection EU - € 58. 23 on collection Cheques should be made payable to ‘The Chairman, Employment & Training Corporation ‘ The above fees are applicable for either new or extension of employments.
Application Procedures for EU persons The documents needed for EU Nationals are: 1 Passport photo Copy of passport Covering letter CV Job Description
Living Conditions in Malta Social Security in Malta From 1 st May 2004, all persons moving to Malta from any state in the EU will be subject to the social security rights as governed by EC regulations. For more information call at the INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS UNIT at Ordinance Street Valletta. Re E. form, contact also Ministry of Health, Elderly and Community Care, 24, St John Street, Valletta for E 111 form (health-related)
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Pension System The reports submitted proposed that the retirement age should be gradually increased from 60 for women and 61 for men to 65 for both sexes by 2010. Purchase of Property Due to the limited number of residences and limited land available for construction EU citizens are not entitled to by more than one property unless they reside in Malta for at least five years.
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Purchase of Property Apartment (not in an upmarket area) average cost 100, 000 € Due to the limited number of residences and limited land available for construction EU citizens are not entitled to buy more than one property unless they reside in Malta for at least five years. Foreigners may only buy property not less then 99, 000€ in the case of flats and not less than 165, 024€ in the case of house. Rent of same type of apartment (approx 700€ monthly)
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Recognition of diplomas and qualifications In Malta, decisions on the professional and vocational acceptance of foreign qualification are made by the Academic Credentials Evaluation Board or the Vocational Credentials Evaluation Board. To find out before arriving in Malta if your degree is comparable to a Maltese one, you can contact the boards at the address below: Academic Credentials Evaluation Board or the Vocational Credentials Evaluation Board, Ministry of Education, Floriana CMR 02, Malta.
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Weekly working time and minimum wage The weekly working time in Malta is 40 hours per week. According to Maltese Law, maximum weekly time for all types of employment sectors is 48 hours, including overtime, which must be paid extra. Employees in full time employment have 25 days vacation leave per year. Part time employees shall be entitled pro-rata.
How do I prepare my CV ? There is a standard CV format on: http: //europa. eu. int/eures
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Sample Salaries for Professionals: Trainee Accountant 11, 250€ Qualified Accountant 15, 600€ (3 -5 years experience) 21, 800€ (5 -10 years experience)
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) The cost of living in Malta has historically been lower then most of the central European countries. However, the cost of housing, insurances and general produce have been subject to substantial increases. Loaf of Bread 500 grams € 0. 45 Walkers biscuits / shortbread Highlanders € 2. 91 Espresso in a bar € 1. 05 Pint of beer in a bar € 2. 10 Fresh tomatoes (1000 grams) € 1. 50 Average bus journey € 0. 50
Living Conditions in Malta (…cont. ) Moving of good Moving of animals and plants Moving of financial assets Moving of cars The driving licence Finding a school Finding accommodations Registration procedures Residence permits
Working Conditions Applications Recognition of diplomas and qualifications Employment contracts Remuneration Working time Vocational training Social benefits For further information please refer to the Malta Living and Working Conditions report
Department for Industrial and Employment Relations Address: 121, Melita Street, Valletta, CMR 02, Malta. Tel: +356 2122 4245 / 6 Fax: +356 2124 3177 Email: ind. emp. relations@gov. mt Website: http: //www. education. gov. mt/employment/ind _relations/industrial_relations. htm
Contact Information International Relations Unit Department of Social Security 38 Ordnance Street Valletta CMR 02 Tel: +356 2590 3420 Fax: +356 2590 3282 Email: iru. dss@gov. mt Web: www. mfss. gov. mt
Thank You For further information please contact: Raphael Scerri EURES Manager Tel No: 356 22201 Fax No: 356 22201 811 E-mail: raphael. p. scerri@gov. mt Website: www. etc. gov. mt
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