Family Reunification in Malta for Filipino Nationals (2026)
How Filipino Single Permit holders bring their spouse and children to Malta in 2026 — eligibility, income thresholds, and the Family Reunification process for nationals of the Philippines.
Once a Filipino national holds a valid Single Permit in Malta, bringing a spouse, partner, or children over usually means choosing between two different routes — Family Reunification and the Family Members Policy. They have different eligibility rules, timelines, and costs, and choosing the wrong one can cost months of delay.
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Eligibility starting point
Family Reunification generally requires the sponsoring Filipino national to have held a Single Permit for a minimum period and to meet an income threshold that covers the additional family members. One of the largest TCN communities in Malta — estimated at several thousand workers, so this is a common question within the community — but eligibility is assessed case-by-case by Identità Malta.
Documents typically needed
Marriage or birth certificates usually need to be apostilled or legalised in the Philippines before submission, and may require certified translation into English or Maltese. Processing these documents from abroad is often the longest step — start this in parallel with your Single Permit application, not after.
Next steps
The full Family Reunification guide covers income thresholds, the application sequence, processing times, and how Family Reunification differs from the Family Members Policy — including which one applies to your situation.
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This page is a Filipino-specific summary. The full guide covers every step, fee, and document in detail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Filipino Single Permit holders bring their spouse to Malta?
Yes, once you hold a valid Single Permit and meet the income threshold, you can apply for your spouse to join you in Malta — through either Family Reunification or the Family Members Policy, depending on your circumstances. See the full guide for which route applies.
Do documents from the Philippines need to be translated for family reunification?
Typically yes — marriage and birth certificates issued in the Philippines usually need to be apostilled (or legalised) and translated into English or Maltese before Identità Malta will accept them. Start this process early, as it's often the slowest step.
How long does family reunification take for Filipino nationals?
Processing times vary by case complexity and document readiness, and Identità Malta does not publish a fixed guarantee. The biggest delays usually come from document legalisation in the home country rather than the Malta-side processing — plan for this in your timeline.
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