10 tips for emigrating to Malta

Tips for emigrating to Malta

For emigrate to Malta You require detailed pre-planning of the requirements, resources and documents that will be necessary to present to the immigration authorities and to apply for the visa.

In this article you will find the essential aspects to take into account before packing your bags and, of course, before getting on the plane. First-hand information is indispensable for you to save money, time and avoid difficulties in the process.

1. Start preparing for a life in English.

Take advantage of the time you have in your home country to improve your English. Although immigrating to Malta implies that you will have to learn the language, learning a language takes a lot of time and dedication. The better your level of English, the more you will take advantage of your resources and time in the country, and the faster you will be able to adapt and grow.

Migrate to Malta to grow academically and professionally?

Define muy bien qué es lo que quieres hacer, si es estudiar, ven con toda la actitud para crecer académica y profesionalmente. Malta te da la opción no solo de estudiar sino, la posibilidad de trabajar 20 horas para solventar tus gastos mientras estudias. 

3. Get good advice to save time, money and effort.

If you are going to emigrate to Malta for study, it is best to do the process with an agency that is in Malta, such as Boom Studies. This way you have all the support and accompaniment here on the island, which is when you will need it the most. Our advice is free of charge and goes from the planning, during the trip, during your stay in Malta and at the end of your studies.

4. Bring all required documents to avoid problems passing through immigration in Europe. 

Do not rely on other people's experiences, always bring all the documentation that proves the intentions of your visit and that you are going to return to your country of origin. Read our article with recommendations for immigration in Europe. here.

5. Know very well the requirements to obtain a study visa in Malta.

Don't be surprised with the documents you must present when applying for your visa. While the student visa application process is quick and easy, financial solvency is one of the requirements that for some requires advance planning. Read our blog about visa requirements here.

6. Bring your resume or résumé ready.

If you come for study or work, bring your CV updated and in English, to apply for available vacancies. If you come to learn and improve your English you can apply for various positions in hotel, catering and tourism. The most common format for your CV is the Europass.

If on the other hand you come from a higher education program, have good English, university studies and work experience, you can apply for qualified jobs, the process takes a little longer, but it is worth it. We also have a blog with essential tips on how to get a job, read it here.

7. Check very well the lodging options

If you are going to migrate to Malta for study or work, do not pay for accommodation in advance with any renter. Come with a reservation in a hotel or hostel for the first 10 days and do your search here. 

8. Emigrate to Malta only to have English become your eternal obstacle.

Come with a desire to learn, grow and work. Some people, in their eagerness to make a little money, put aside their studies and miss out on much better job opportunities in the future because they don't speak English well. It is recommended that you focus on the first few months on the island. English and education are the way to personal and professional growth in Malta.

9. Take advantage of the benefits offered by the government to study.

Many people don't know this when emigrating to Malta, but the Maltese government refunds up to 70% of what you pay for your higher education studies in Malta. At Boom Studies we are experts in these and many more educational procedures so that you have the best experience.

10. ¿Emigrating to Malta with family?

Migration processes with family members require time and planning. Often, it is best to have one family member come first, learn English, get a job, apply for residency, and then apply for the rest of your family.

How to start the process to emigrate to Malta?

Boom Studies takes you step by step through the trip planning process, before, during and after arrival on the island. 

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