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I Belong 100 hour Cultural Orientation course
The integration course and exam for long-term residence, 75% to pass.
Facts checked against the sources below on 23 October 2026. Independent guide, not affiliated with the Government of Malta or any provider. Rules change: confirm with the official body before you pay.
| Who needs it | Third-country nationals applying for long-term residence. Since 15 June 2026 it is the only I Belong course. To join, you need the old Stage 1 certificate or the certificate of the new Course on Maltese Language and Culture (the course behind the two year renewal). |
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| What it is | 100 hours on Malta's social, economic, cultural and democratic history and environment, ending in an examination. |
| Pass mark | 75%. |
| Fee | Not published; check with the Directorate before budgeting. |
| Where | The Human Rights Directorate. Apply, pay and sign in only on the official portal. |
| Validity | The certificate must be no more than one year old when you apply for long-term residence. |
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