Malta recruitment guide - apply safely, avoid scams
Most Malta job scams target candidates from South Asia and the Gulf. Here's how to spot a legitimate Maltese employer and recruitment agency.
Government-registered agencies in your country
India: ROC-registered agencies under MEA. Bangladesh: BMET / BAIRA-registered. Pakistan: OEC / POEPA-registered. Nepal: DOFE-registered. Stick to these.
Verifying the Maltese employer
Ask for the employer's Identità licence number. Reputable Maltese hotel chains and care providers are easy to verify online.
Red flags for Malta job scams
WhatsApp-only contact, no signed contract, large upfront cash payments, demands to deposit money to personal accounts, 'guaranteed visa in 7 days' promises, vague job descriptions.
What a legitimate offer looks like
A printed/PDF job offer letter on the Maltese employer's letterhead, with job title, salary, working hours, contract length, accommodation arrangements, and signatures.
