Malta Skills Pass prep for Indian workers
Practise the Malta Pre-Departure assessment from anywhere in India - Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad or your home town. Video lessons, unlimited quizzes, timed mock exams and an English speaking practice test that mirrors the real format.
Why Indian candidates use SkillPass Prep
- Built for first-time overseas workers - English-medium, no jargon.
- Matches the real Skills Pass format: two written parts plus speaking and listening.
- Timed 30-minute mock finals so the real test does not feel new.
- Works on any phone or laptop with an Indian internet connection.
- One-time payment, 30 days of access, unlimited quiz retries.
The Malta work-visa process from India
- Job offer. A Maltese employer issues a signed offer letter.
- Single permit. Your employer files with Identità Malta.
- Skills Pass. You complete the Pre-Departure course and assessment. This is what SkillPass Prep helps you practise for.
- D-visa. Book a long-stay visa appointment at VFS Global Malta in India.
- Travel. Collect your residence permit in Malta after arrival.
Official fees, timelines and document lists are set by Identità Malta and VFS Global. Always confirm on the official sites before paying or travelling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Malta Skills Pass and why do Indian workers need it?
The Skills Pass is a mandatory Pre-Departure assessment for third-country nationals - including Indian citizens - who are taking up work in Malta in selected sectors (hospitality, care, transport and more). You must clear it before your Maltese work visa and single permit are issued.
How do I apply for a Malta work permit from India?
Your Maltese employer files a single-permit application with Identità (formerly Identity Malta). Once approved in principle, you complete the Skills Pass Pre-Departure course and assessment, then submit your visa application at the VFS Global Malta centre in India (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata or Ahmedabad).
How much does the Malta work visa cost for Indian applicants?
Typical costs include the single-permit fee paid by your employer (around €280), the national long-stay (D) visa fee (around €100), VFS service fees, and the Skills Pass course fee charged by ITS Malta. Exact amounts are set by the Maltese authorities and change periodically - check the official Identità and VFS Malta sites before paying.
What is tested in the Skills Pass Pre-Departure exam?
Two written parts plus an English speaking and listening test: Part 1 covers living and integrating in Malta (15 modules), Part 2 covers your rights and obligations at the workplace (5 modules), and Part 3 is a spoken English check. You need 80% to pass each written part.
Is SkillPass Prep the official Skills Pass?
No. SkillPass Prep is an independent online study aid. It is not affiliated with ITS, Identità, the Government of Malta, or VFS Global, and it does not issue the official Skills Pass certificate. We help you practise the format so you walk into the real assessment ready.
Can I prepare for the Skills Pass from India before I fly?
Yes - that is exactly who this course is built for. Everything runs in your browser, the content is in English, and the mock exams mirror the timing and structure of the real Pre-Departure test so you can practise from anywhere in India.
How long does the Malta work visa process take for Indians?
End-to-end the process typically takes 8–16 weeks: employer-led single-permit approval, Skills Pass course and assessment, then the D-visa appointment at VFS. Practising for the Skills Pass early avoids the most common cause of delay - re-sitting the assessment.
Which Indian cities have a Malta visa application centre?
VFS Global handles Malta visa appointments in India at centres in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata and Ahmedabad. Book your D-visa appointment only after your Skills Pass and employer single-permit are in order.
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