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Malta
Knights, Cliffs, and Sunlit Stones
Overview
A Mediterranean microstate with 7,000 years of history layered in its temples, fortified cities, and golden limestone, offering EU residency and year-round sunshine.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southern Europe
Land Area
316 km²
Capital
Valletta
Languages
English, Maltese
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
73
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
58
Freedom
87
Security
75
Life Expectancy
81.8 yrs
Median Age
40.3 yrs
Urbanization
95%
Cost Index
63
Housing Index
76
Healthcare Access
63/100
Climate
Average Temperature
19.8°C
Average AQI
27
Most Temperate Cities
1 Salina 19.8°C
2 L-Iklin 19.8°C
3 Imġarr 19.8°C
4 Swieqi 19.8°C
5 Madliena 19.8°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Ħal Far 22 AQI
2 Cospicua 22 AQI
3 Ħal Għaxaq 22 AQI
4 Marsaskala 22 AQI
5 Fgura 22 AQI
Cities
Salina L-Iklin Imġarr Swieqi Madliena Santa Luċija, Gozo Ħal Lija Imtarfa Ħal Luqa San Pawl il-Baħar San Ġiljan (St. Julian's) Ħal Safi
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 63
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 76
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 35.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 78/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 100/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 157 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 26
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.56% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 149 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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