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Working in IT & iGaming in Malta
Software, gaming platforms, compliance, and tech roles — Malta's fastest-growing professional sector.
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About this sector in Malta
- Malta hosts dozens of major iGaming and fintech companies, many licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA).
- IT professionals typically earn above-average salaries by Maltese standards, particularly in iGaming, cybersecurity, and software engineering.
- English is the dominant business language in this sector — fluency is a strong hiring requirement.
- The sector does not require a Skills Pass — the pre-departure course and Single Permit are the main requirements.
- Indian, South African, and Serbian nationals are among the most common TCN workers in this sector.
Permit and compliance requirements
Identità MaltaSingle Permit
Required for all TCN workers. Employer-initiated through Identità Malta.
Pre-departure course
Mandatory for first-time Single Permit applicants (since 1 March 2026).
MGA licence awareness
If your role involves licensed gaming operations, your employer must hold a valid MGA licence. This is the employer's responsibility, not yours.
Work contract
Must specify role, hours, and salary. Many iGaming employers offer contracts above minimum wage.
Common roles in this sector
- Software developer / engineer
- QA / test engineer
- Product manager
- Data analyst / scientist
- Compliance officer
- Customer support (multilingual)
- Cybersecurity analyst
- DevOps / infrastructure
Salary expectations
Indicative figures — community sourced
Nationalities commonly working in this sector
Workers from Indian, South African, Serbian, Colombian, Emirati are among the most common TCN nationalities in this sector. Check the nationality guides for country-specific permit notes.
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