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Dispute Panel for Landlords and Tenants and an Update from Identity Malta Agency

With the new Private Residential Leases Act in full force, a large number of new lease agreements have been signed over the past few months, all of which have to abide by the new laws set out by the previously mentioned Act. In fact, a survey has shown that over 10,000 new rental contracts have been entered into.Naturally, a number of disputes arise between landlords and tenants, resulting in numerous fees and time-consuming court proceedings. However, a new panel has been set up to help cater for certain disputes.The new adjudicating panel, made up of professionals in the sector, will…
Julian Fenech Adami
19th May 2020
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COVID19 MeasuresImmigration

Return to Malta by Sunday, 12th April, 2020

Return to Malta by Sunday, 12th April, 2020On Tuesday, 7th April, 2020 the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs issued a statement urging Maltese nationals who are still residing abroad to make their way back to Malta by no later than Sunday, 12th April, 2020.With the increasing spread of the COVID-19 virus, coupled with the numerous lockdowns of airports abroad, the Maltese government has stated that Maltese nationals should return back to Malta via Frankfurt Main or via London Heathrow.Those who choose to return are to send their flight itinerary, together with a copy of their passport biometric page, to…
Julian Fenech Adami
8th April 2020
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COVID19 MeasuresImmigration

Further Changes to Identity Malta Agency and the Expatriates Unit

Further Changes to Identity Malta and ExpatriatesIn view of the constant developments which are taking place due to COVID-19, many measures have been taken both on a national and global scale to help prevent the spread of the novel corona virus. Identity Malta have also taken the necessary measures in the interest of public health and to help minimize the spread. Non-EU NationalsOne of the main measures taken by Identity Malta is that it has completely stopped all work permit applications until further notice. However, certain exceptions to this rule are applicable.Work permit applications may be split up into two:…
Julian Fenech Adami
8th April 2020
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COVID19 MeasuresImmigration

Identity Malta Agency – COVID-19: Current Implemented Measures

With respect to the outbreak of COVID-19, Identity Malta Agency have communicated the below information, which shall be implemented with immediate effect:1. Customer Care DeskThe customer care desk will not be engaging in direct contact with individuals. Nonetheless, should assistance be required, any queries may be forwarded to eresidence.ima@gov.mt or call on 00356 2590 4800.2. Third country nationals and the single permitAny employee, whose residence card is set to expire between 13th March and 31st March, shall communicate this with their employer who is to carry out the renewal through Identity Malta's online platform. Identity Malta will only accept applications…
Julian Fenech Adami
16th March 2020