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Pre-departure Course for a first Single Permit
Mandatory since 1 March 2026 for first-time work permit applicants abroad.
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 | All third-country nationals applying for a Single Permit for the first time from abroad. Identità has required the certificate since 1 March 2026. |
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| What it is | Two online modules, Living and Working in Malta and Rights and Obligations in the Workplace, 10 to 12 hours each with an assessment, then a 20 minute live online interview in English at ITS or a Global Assessment Centre. |
| Pass mark | Not published for the assessments. The interview is a conversation. |
| Fee | €250, including the interview booking. |
| Where | skillspass.org.mt, delivered online. 42 days to complete Part 1. |
| Validity | A valid certificate is required for every first-time Single Permit application. |
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