Every year, thousands of applications for Third-Country National (TCN) work permits in Malta face unexpected delays, outright refusals, or complex compliance issues.
For employers, this is frustrating, expensive, and severely slows down your business growth.
But here is a hard truth you need to hear: in many cases, the problem isn’t the employee, and it isn’t the government. Instead, the root cause is almost always your application structure and compliance preparation.
Here are the 5 most common compliance mistakes that cause problems with Identità and Jobsplus applications, and exactly how you can avoid them.
One of the fastest ways to trigger a rejection is when the declared job position does not properly match the employee’s actual qualifications or experience.
During the review process, authorities carefully scrutinise whether the applicant actually possesses the skills required for the specific role.
If the candidate’s CV, educational qualifications, and your provided job description do not perfectly align, your application will immediately be flagged.
Your offered salary must strictly meet legal and sector-specific requirements in Malta.
Major red flags occur when salary levels are unclear, job roles appear inconsistent with the proposed wage, or employment contracts are poorly structured.
If authorities suspect the employment is not genuine or non-compliant with local labour laws, the permit will be refused without hesitation.
Missing or sloppy documents are the biggest culprits for frustrating administrative delays.
This includes uploading incorrect passport copies, submitting incomplete employment contracts, missing vital housing and accommodation confirmations, or filling out the wrong declarations.
In the world of compliance, even a small typo or a blurry scan can invalidate an entire application.
Did you know authorities review your track record as an employer?
Your applications will face intense additional scrutiny if your previous permits were cancelled, if your TCN employees change employers frequently, or if your past documentation was constantly incomplete.
Above all, your historical compliance record directly affects your current approval timelines.
Unfortunately, many applications are submitted blindly, without any preliminary risk assessment.
A successful application isn’t just about filling in the blanks; it requires a highly coordinated strategy. This means ensuring correct job classification, perfectly aligned salaries, and 100% compliance with both Identità and Jobsplus standards before you ever hit “submit.”
You should not have to gamble with your hiring pipeline. At CAS (Compliance Advisory Services), we support companies throughout the entire TCN compliance process.
From Identità and Jobsplus applications to change of employer procedures, renewals, and family reunification, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on running your business.
re you preparing to submit a new application? Contact us today to audit your next TCN application and secure your hiring process.
