Important Notices

The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) and the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) wish to inform all accommodation operators and providers of the introduction of a new centralised framework for the reporting, administration, and collection of the Malta Eco-Contribution, effective from 1 July 2026.

The Eco-Contribution supports investment in Malta's and Gozo’s tourism product, visitor experience, public infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and safety, representing a direct reinvestment into the continued development of the tourism sector.

For the avoidance of doubt, Eco-Contribution declarations relating to periods up to and including Q2 2026 shall continue to be submitted through the existing reporting channels with Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA). Declarations relating to Q3 2026 and subsequent periods shall be submitted through the new Eco-Contribution platform following completion of the onboarding process and in accordance with the reporting instructions issued by MTA and MHRA.

The legal obligation to collect and remit the Eco-Contribution remains unchanged. The new framework introduces a centralised mechanism for reporting, reconciliation, collection administration, and compliance management under the responsibility of MTA.

In recognition of MHRA's operational expertise within the accommodation sector, MTA has delegated certain implementation, onboarding, stakeholder engagement, and operational coordination functions to MHRA in support of the framework.

The new framework is intended to simplify compliance, improve reporting accuracy, facilitate automation, and support integration with property management systems and other accommodation technology platforms.

Accommodation operators and providers are encouraged to review the Environmental Contribution Guidelines and complete the onboarding process at the earliest opportunity. Support with onboarding and system integrations will be made available.

Platform access: www.eco-contribution.com

Support

General: support@eco-contribution.com

Technical Integrations: integrations@eco-contribution.com

Guidelines

https://mta.com.mt/services/environmental-contribution/

https://mta.com.mt/docs/Eco-Contribution-Accommodation-Guidelines-2026.pdf

Notice to Guests

This is to be displayed at all licensed accommodation establishments, replacing any previous version in circulation. The Notice to Guests can be found here: https://cms.mta.com.mt/api/media/file/2026%20Regulations%20-%20Notice%20to%20Guests.pdf

MTA and MHRA remain committed to working closely with the tourism industry to ensure a smooth implementation process whilst continuing to strengthen Malta's tourism product through the effective administration of the Eco-Contribution framework.

The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) is pleased to announce the launch of the STR Licence Validator, a new online service designed to assist licence holders in verifying their Short-Term Rental (STR) registration number.

The STR Licence Validator enables users to quickly and securely retrieve their STR number using their existing MTA licence details.

The service is now available online and can be accessed at: https://validator.mta.com.mt/

MTA encourages all Short-Term Rental licence holders to make use of this service to verify their STR registration details and ensure that the correct STR number is used wherever required.

For further information or assistance, please contact the MTA Licensing Directorate through the usual support channels.

Malta Tourism Authority

Further to the notice previously issued regarding the temporary suspension of the acceptance of new applications by the Development Unit within the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA), please be advised that the acceptance of new applications has been further postponed.

Accordingly, the Development Unit will only resume accepting new applications from Monday, 27 July 2026.

Information relating to the new application process, including the submission of new applications, extensions, and upgrades, will be published on the Malta Tourism Authority website in due course.

Architects, practitioners, and other stakeholders are requested to take note of the above and to inform any interested parties accordingly.

The Malta Tourism Authority thanks all stakeholders for their cooperation during the transition towards the implementation of the new legislative framework and regulations governing collective accommodation establishments.

Please note that, following the coming into force of the revised Tourism Accommodation Regulations (S.L. 409.24), new applications are currently not being accepted through licence.mta.com.mt.

To better understand the application requirements and licensing process, applicants are encouraged to visit https://mta.com.mt/licences/applications/.

The Malta Tourism Authority is currently implementing a new and enhanced Application Management System to provide a more modern, efficient, and user-friendly licensing experience, whilst ensuring compliance with the revised regulatory framework.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and understanding during this transition period.

Further updates regarding the availability of the new system will be communicated in due course.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.