Country Hub · Malta · 2026
Malta
Income tax 0–35% · Social security 10% (capped) · HQP flat 15% · Effective corp 5%
0–35%
Income Tax Rate Range
€9,100 (single)
Tax-Free Threshold
1 Jan – 31 Dec
Tax Year
Malta Tax Facts
— 2026Income Tax Rate Range
0–35%
Tax-Free Threshold
€9,100 (single)
Tax Year
1 Jan – 31 Dec
Employee Social Security
10% (capped ~€44.90/week)
HQP Flat Rate
15% on employment income expat scheme
Global Residence Programme
€15,000/year minimum tax
Quick Country Comparison
— at €65,000| Country | Take-home | Eff. Rate | vs Malta |
|---|---|---|---|
 Malta | €47,450 | 27% | — |
 Cyprus | €53,300 | 18% | +€5,850 |
 United Kingdom | €47,450 | 27% | €0 |
 UAE | €65,000 | 0% | +€17,550 |
Malta: progressive income tax (0–35%) + employee social security (10%, capped). Cyprus: income tax + social insurance. UK: income tax + National Insurance. UAE: 0% income tax. Assumes single salaried earner, standard resident rates. Illustrative — not tax advice.
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Last Updated: May 2026 · Daniel · CountryTaxCalc