Malta
Capital: Valletta
Currency: Euro- EUR
Malta Labour Law and Employment Policy Overview
Employment Law Overview
- Key Legislation:
- Employment and Industrial Relations Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Equality Act
- Social Security Act
- Legal Characteristics:
- Focuses on protecting employee rights and welfare
- Emphasizes workplace diversity and inclusion
- Sets out obligations for both employers and employees
Employment Contract Requirements
- Contract Types:
- Fixed-term contracts
- Indefinite contracts
- Contractual Terms:
- Must include details on job description, remuneration, working hours, etc.
- Language and Currency:
- Maltese or English
- Euro
Working Time Regulations
- Standard Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Rest Days and Breaks: Minimum of 24 hours rest per week, 11 hours rest per day
Leave Policy
- Annual Leave: 24 days per year
- Public Holidays: 14 days
- Special Leave:
- Sick Leave: 20 days paid sick leave per year
- Maternity Leave: 18 weeks paid maternity leave
- Paternity Leave: 10 days paid paternity leave
- Parental Leave: 4 months paid parental leave
Employee Dismissal and Termination
- Notice Period: 1-12 weeks, depending on length of service
- Severance Pay: None
- Unfair Dismissal Protection: Employees have the right to file a complaint for unfair dismissal
Taxation
- Personal Income Tax:
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Salary Range (EUR) Tax Rate 0 - 9,100 0% 9,100 - 14,500 15% 14,500 - 19,500 25% 19500 - 60,000 25% 60,000 and above 35%
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- Social Security Contributions: 10% each for employer and employee
Health Insurance
- Insurance Policy: Universal healthcare
- Coverage: Basic medical services
Compensation and Benefits
- Minimum Wage: €179.33 per week
- Salary Structure: Base salary, bonuses, allowances
Work Permits and Visas
- Permit Requirement: Non-EU citizens require a work permit
- Application Process: Apply to the Employment and Training Corporation (ETC) of Malta
Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses
- Enforceability: Enforceable, but must be reasonable and not unduly restrict employee's employment opportunities
- Common Clauses: Confidentiality of information, non-compete clauses
Training and Development
- Legal Requirements: None
- Government Support: Government-funded training programs available
Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
- Legal Requirements: Prohibits discrimination based on factors such as race, gender, religion
- Enforcement: Equality and Human Rights Commission responsible for enforcing the law
Remote Work Policy
- Legal Framework: No specific legal framework
- Tax and Insurance Implications: Remote work may impact taxation and social security
Key Website Addresses
- Employment and Training Corporation (ETC) of Malta: https://www.etc.gov.mt/