Specialist Employee Initiative (SEI) - Fast Track
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 15 working days (fast-track)
- Fee
- EUR 600 (initial application)
- Validity
- 1 year, renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
The Specialist Employee Initiative (SEI) is Malta's secondary fast-track option for specialist employees. Processing takes 15 working days. Available for specialized technical roles that do not meet the KEI salary threshold but require specific expertise.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss).
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Employment
Must have a job offer for a specialist technical role from a Maltese employer. Must demonstrate relevant specialist expertise.
Required status: Specialist technical role
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Police clearance
Validity months: 0
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["bank_transfer", "card"]; Amount: EUR 600
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather passport, employment contract, CV, criminal record certificate, health insurance, and accommodation proof.
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Online application
Employer submits SEI application via the Identità online portal.
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Fee payment
Pay the application fee of EUR 600.
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Processing wait
Fast-track processing of 15 working days.
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Visa collection
Once approved, obtain D visa if required and enter Malta. Collect residence card from Identità.