Important Notices

New Tourism Accommodation Regulations, 2026 — Collective Accommodation

The Malta Tourism Authority has issued a circular outlining the new Tourism Accommodation Regulations, 2026, which introduce updated standards, operational requirements and application procedures for hotels, guest houses, hostels and other collective accommodation establishments.

The new requirements take effect from 15 June 2026. Operators of, and applicants for, collective tourism accommodation should review the circular for the full guidance.

New Tourism Accommodation Regulations, 2026 — Private Accommodation (Short-Let & Resident Hosts)

The Malta Tourism Authority has issued a circular outlining the new Tourism Accommodation Regulations, 2026, which introduce updated licensing requirements, operational standards and regulatory obligations for short-let rented accommodation and resident hosts.

The new requirements take effect from 15 June 2026. Operators of, and applicants for, short-let rented accommodation and resident host accommodation should review the circular for the full guidance.

Launch of MTA Client Portal — Access to Invoices and Payments

The Malta Tourism Authority would like to inform you that invoice renewals will soon be issued. These will continue to be sent by email and by post.

In addition, you are invited to access the new MTA Client Portal, where you can view your invoices, access estimates, review your payment history and make payments via secure online payment gateways.

A separate email invitation will be sent to you with instructions on how to activate your portal access. Should you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Update of Licence Holder Contact Details

The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) will be launching an exercise in the coming days to update its records, ensuring continued and effective communication regarding invoices, regulatory updates and other important licence-related notifications.

As part of this exercise, licence holders will be contacted via SMS, email and official letter, inviting them to confirm or update their contact details through a secure online link. You will be asked to confirm or update your email address, mobile number and physical address.

This exercise is mandatory and will only take a few minutes to complete. All information submitted will be securely stored and updated directly in MTA’s Licence Management System. Failure to take action may result in missed communications, including invoicing and compliance-related notifications.

Should you require assistance, please contact us at licencing.mta@visitmalta.com or call 2291 5000.

Licence Payments via licences.gov.mt and Local Council Offices Discontinued

Kindly be advised that, as of 31 December 2025, the Malta Tourism Authority will no longer accept licence payments through licences.gov.mt or Local Council Offices.

This notice is being issued to ensure that all licence holders are fully informed of the discontinuation of these payment methods by the stated date.

For further information, please contact us at licencing.mta@visitmalta.com or call 2291 5000.