Introducing Mauve in Malta

Hire in Malta with EOR, Salary Benchmarking, Payroll, and HR solutions

Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta offers access to the EU single market, a highly skilled, multilingual workforce, and a business-friendly environment. With thriving iGaming, technology, tourism, and professional services sectors, Malta is an attractive destination for international businesses looking to expand.

Planning expansion into Malta? Simplify hiring and workforce management with Mauve’s Employer of Record (EOR), Global Payroll, HR Consultancy, and Salary Benchmarking solutions.

With over 30 years of local expertise, we help you navigate Maltese employment requirements, minimise compliance risks, and hire, pay, and manage your workforce with confidence.

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How our services work in Malta

A start-up entering the Maltese market, a growing organisation expanding into Malta, or an international enterprise establishing a local presence?

Explore some of Mauve's global employment solutions designed to support your business expansion into Malta.

Employer of Record (EOR)

With Mauve's Employer of Record (EOR) services in Malta, you can hire, pay, and manage talent seamlessly.

Our network of legal entities in 150+ countries acts as the legal employer, and ensures full compliance while you retain complete control over your team.

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Global Payroll

Mauve's Global Payroll services in Malta helps you manage salaries, PAYE tax, and Class 1 social security contributions with confidence.

Our local specialists handle accurate payroll processing and Malta’s FSS requirements, including monthly FS5 payments and annual FS7 reconciliation, helping you comply with local payroll obligations.

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Global HR Consultancy

Turn to Mauve’s HR Consultancy Services for expert support throughout the employee lifecycle in Malta.

Our HR specialists help develop compliant HR policies, processes, and frameworks aligned with Malta’s Employment and Industrial Relations Act, statutory leave, working time, and sector-specific requirements.

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Salary Benchmarking

Leverage data from Mauve’s Salary Benchmarking services to develop competitive pay packages that attract and retain top talent in Malta.

Our specialists provide insights into local salaries, bonuses, benefits, statutory contributions, and employment costs, helping you make informed hiring decisions and build effective salary strategies for expansion into Malta.

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Salary & compensation

Working Hours

Standard working hours vary according to sector. For most industries, the standard workweek is 40 hours.

Minimum Wage

In 2026, the minimum wage is set at €229.44 per week and €995.57 per month.

Employee Tax

Annual income	Tax rate*
Up to EUR 9,100	0%
EUR 9,101 - 14,500	15% - EUR 1,365
EUR 14,501 - 19,500	25% - EUR 2,815
EUR 19,501 - 60,000	25% - EUR 2,725
More than EUR 60,000	35% - EUR 8,725
Social security contribution	10%

*Based on a single person’s income. Tax bands may be different for married couples filing jointly.

Bonuses

It is mandatory for employers in Malta to pay quarterly bonuses to all employees, regardless of industry or organisation type. The bonus value for each quarter is set at a national level.

Contracts

If a contract lasts more than one month, the employer must issue a written contract or a written statement including the key details of employment. This must be issued within eight working days of the start date.

All contracts should include:

Salary and overtime rates
Working hours
Workplace
Leave entitlement

Fixed-term contracts are permitted for up to four years in Malta.

Types of annual leave

Annual Leave

Minimum of 192 hours’ paid annual leave for employees who work 40 hours per week. This is adjusted pro-rata for part-time employees or those who work more than 40 hours a week.

Sick Leave

The amount of sick leave varies, according to the relevant Wage Regulation Order that regulates the specific sector or industry. A medical certificate is usually required.

Parental Leave

Maternity leave: at least 18 weeks' paid leave.
Paternity leave: employees are entitled to 10 days of paternity leave.
Parental leave: 4 months of parental leave (2 months are paid; the remaining 2 months unpaid).

Termination

Termination Process

Employment in Malta is not at will. Dismissals are only permitted in limited circumstances. The only grounds for termination are:

A just cause
Retirement
Redundancy

Just cause is undefined in Maltese law. Each case of unfair dismissal is assessed by the Industrial Tribunal.

Employees can terminate the contract, by providing notice in line with their contract terms.

Severance Pay

There is no statutory right to severance pay in Malta, with the exception of compensation in lieu of notice.

Insurance

Under a Mauve Group Employer of Record (EOR) solution, clients and their international workers benefit from access to Mauve’s Global Master Insurance Programme—a market-leading, unified corporate insurance framework that connects all Mauve entities with two trusted providers. As part of our comprehensive global Employer of Record services, this insurance offering supports companies employing staff overseas by ensuring full compliance with local legal requirements while safeguarding their workforce.

The programme provides international insurance coverage through a combination of the master policy and jurisdiction-specific local policies, where required by law. This structure ensures seamless alignment with local employment laws—an essential element of maintaining global regulatory compliance within any international EOR payroll arrangement.

Coverage includes:

Employer’s Liability and Public Liability – £10,000,000 combined limit
Professional Indemnity – £5,000,000 limit
Worker’s Compensation – Limit varies based on the employee’s country of work.

This solution is ideal for organisations seeking to streamline global employee management while ensuring every EOR employee is protected and fully compliant in their respective jurisdictions.

For tailored advice on EOR insurance coverage, payroll compliance, or global compliance services in your target country, get in touch with Mauve’s expert international HR consultancy team.

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Hire locally. Stay compliant. Scale confidently. Our experts in Malta can help you get started.

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Benefits of global expansion into Malta with Mauve Group's Employer of Record, Salary Benchmarking, Payroll, and HR solutions

For businesses entering the Maltese market, understanding local employment requirements is an important first step towards building a compliant and successful workforce. Mauve Group helps organisations establish their presence in Malta without the complexities of setting up and managing local employment operations alone.

Discover how Mauve can support your expansion into Malta with flexible employment and HR solutions tailored to your needs.

Local expertise in Malta

Gain insight into Malta’s employment landscape with support from specialists who understand local workplace practices, employee expectations, and employer requirements.

With our local expertise of the market, you can make informed decisions and build practical, compliant employment strategies as you grow your presence in Malta.

Employment law in Malta

Employers in Malta must comply with a range of employment requirements covering areas such as employment contracts, working time, statutory leave, minimum wage requirements, Wage Regulation Orders, collective agreements, and the rules governing termination of employment.

Malta’s employment framework is primarily shaped by the Employment and Industrial Relations Act, alongside sector-specific regulations and employment standards.

Mauve provides practical support for navigating Maltese employment law, helping businesses establish compliant employment practices in Malta while reducing the risk of avoidable compliance issues as your workforce develops.

Fast, compliant market entry

Establish your presence in Malta without the time, cost, and administrative complexity of setting up a local legal entity. Mauve’s Employer of Record (EOR) services enables you to employ talent in Malta from the outset, while ensuring local employment requirements are managed by us on your behalf.

As your Maltese workforce grows, Mauve can also support key areas including salary benchmarking, payroll, HR administration, employee compliance, and immigration. This gives your business a practical route into the Maltese market while providing the infrastructure needed to scale your local team confidently.

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Tell us about your plans for building a team in Malta, including who you’re looking to hire and the local requirements you need to navigate.

Our experts can guide you through local tax, employment, and payroll requirements, and show you how Mauve’s global employment solutions can support your Malta expansion from your first hire through to a growing local team.

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Mauve Group – trusted partners in EOR and global expansion solutions

Why organisations choose Mauve for global expansion

Lisa Oldfield

People & Development Manager,
OE Electrics Ltd.

"One of the standout aspects is their personalised approach. They take the time to understand our requirements and offer tailored solutions..."
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Lisa Phillips

Finance Director,
The PIE News

"It’s saved time, boosted productivity and morale – and on a company level, it’s saved us costs and ensured compliance. We’ve... been given a secure feeling about everything we’re doing."
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Shajahan Amanulla

Global Account Manager,
Teceze Ltd.

"Saving time, reducing repetition of procedures such as having to contact multiple tax/payroll agents in the different companies... has been a great benefit."
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How can Mauve Group’s EOR service help me hire employees in Malta?

Mauve Group’s Employer of Record (EOR) service enables businesses to hire employees in Malta without establishing their own local entity.

Mauve manages key employment responsibilities, including compliant contracts, payroll, statutory requirements, and HR administration, giving businesses a simpler way to build a workforce in Malta while reducing the administrative burden of local employment.