Malta Tax Cheatsheet 2026
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Malta uses three computations for resident individuals: Single, Married and Parent. Tax is your income times the band rate, minus the fixed deduction shown for that band. Non-residents, companies and part-time workers are taxed under separate rules.
| Allowance / Band | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single: Tax-free band | €0 – €12.000 | 0% (tax-free) |
| Single: Band 2 | €12.001 – €16.000 | 15%, subtract €1.800 |
| Single: Band 3 | €16.001 – €60.000 | 25%, subtract €3.400 |
| Single: Band 4 | Over €60.000 | 35%, subtract €9.400 |
| Married: Tax-free band | €0 – €15.000 | 0% (tax-free) |
| Married: Band 2 | €15.001 – €23.000 | 15%, subtract €2.250 |
| Married: Band 3 | €23.001 – €60.000 | 25%, subtract €4.550 |
| Married: Band 4 | Over €60.000 | 35%, subtract €10.550 |
| Parent: Tax-free band | €0 – €13.000 | 0% (tax-free) |
| Parent: Band 2 | €13.001 – €17.500 | 15%, subtract €1.950 |
| Parent: Band 3 | €17.501 – €60.000 | 25%, subtract €3.700 |
| Parent: Band 4 | Over €60.000 | 35%, subtract €9.700 |
| Social Security (Class One) | 10% of basic wage | Max €55,93/week (€559,3 weekly ceiling) |
| National Minimum Wage (18+) | €229,44 a week | Full-time rate |
| Social Security at or below minimum wage | €6,62 a week flat | Employee share; employer pays the same |
| First-Time Buyers Duty Exemption | Up to €200.000 | No stamp duty on qualifying property |
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For informational purposes only, not tax advice. Figures apply to the 2026 Maltese tax year and may change.
