As a law firm working in the fields of immigration and employment law, we are often asked questions and see many similar scenarios on the topic of immigration, work permits problems, visa refusals, unjustly terminations and more. Therefore, we have come up with a set of Frequently Asked Question revolving around these topics to assist any TCNs with all their queries.
In this article we are pinpointing the top FAQs. To read all the FAQs in full please go to this page: https://sciberras.legal/practice-areas/immigration-law/immigration-faqs-for-third-country-nationals
Antes da sua chegada a Malta
My employer is requesting money to employ me. Do I pay him?
Nunca assine qualquer trabalho que lhe peça para pagar dinheiro. Isso vai contra os direitos humanos fundamentais do seu direito ao trabalho e é equivalente a tráfico de seres humanos. Não deve aceitar qualquer trabalho que lhe peça para pagar.
What is the procedure to apply for the Single Work Permit?
The procedure to apply for work in Malta for TCNs is called the Single Work Permit application.
The employer or agency will apply for you on a ‘still abroad’ basis. The application is straightforward and you need to fill the form and attach all relevant documents. Normally the employer will prepare the form with your input and submit to obtain an Approval in Principle letter.
Quanto tempo demora a obter uma autorização de trabalho?
Typically, from the day of submission with Identity Malta, it usually takes 30-60 days to get approved. Following this, you have six months’ time to travel to Malta, subject to visa clearance.
O que devo fazer caso a minha candidatura de trabalho não seja aceite?
If you or your employer receive an email by Identity Malta Agency stating that your application cannot be processed, you have a right to appeal with the Immigration Appeals Board. You must consult an immigration specialist law firm like Sciberras Advocates who can understand the case and guide you accordingly. Similarly, if you receive a refusal letter you have three days’ time to appeal at the Immigration Appeals Board.
O que acontece quando um visto é recusado?
If a visa for work permit is refused, you have a right to appeal within 15 days with the Immigration Appeals Board. Appeals can also be sent via email. It is advisable to consult an immigration specialist law firm like Sciberras Advocates who can understand the case and guide you accordingly.
Quanto tempo demoram os recursos a ter uma resposta?
Appeals in Malta are done in writing. Once the appeal is submitted, the Appellant is given another 15 days to submit any further documentation to substantiate his appeal. At the same time, the various stakeholders (Identity Malta, Jobsplus, Immigration Police, Central Visa Unit) are asked to give their feedback depending on the type of appeal. Typically appeals take between 6 to 9 months to get a final definite answer.
A chegada a Malta
O que acontece quando chego a Malta?
Uma vez em Malta, terá de cumprir os passos finais para completar as condições do seu pedido de autorização de trabalho e obter o Cartão de Residência maltês. A autorização de trabalho e o cartão de residência serão válidos por um ano. É importante que, durante as primeiras semanas em Malta e posteriormente, assegure que:
- You are correctly registered with Jobsplus
- You are getting a payslip every month
- You ensure that your National Insurance contributions are being paid by your employer
- You are getting the correct amount of leave and overtime rates
- You are being given an FS3 (your annual statement of earnings)
- You are not terminated without being informed or not given advance notice to find a new job.
E se for parado no meu local de trabalho ou mandado parar pela polícia?
Não há nada com que se preocupar, se levar sempre consigo o seu Cartão de Residência, não deverá haver problemas. É importante que, se a sua autorização de trabalho abranger um trabalho específico com um empregador específico, esteja a fazê-lo. Trabalhar ilegalmente está sujeito a detenção e ordens de expulsão e será muito difícil contestá-las nos tribunais.
Mudar de emprego em Malta
O que acontece se eu ficar infeliz com o meu trabalho?
Remember the contract that you signed before coming to Malta and remember the important clauses. You still have an opportunity to leave however it is advisable that first you have found another job. When changing jobs, you only have a 10-day window to apply between termination and application. Furthermore, when you apply for a new job, it does not automatically mean you can start working straight away. You need to get a new employment license and approval from Identity Malta Agency, and this takes some time. Whilst you can legally reside in Malta when changing jobs, the application does not give you automatic rights to work.
E se o meu empregador me despedisse sem me informar?
It is not the first time that employers terminate employees, send the Jobsplus termination form a month late and back date it. This would put you in an automatic overstay position and make you irregular in Malta. In that case you need to speak to an immigration and employment lawyer specialist such as Sciberras Advocates to see if there is a chance of redress.
For assistance on immigration law and any type of work permit appeal, visa appeal or return order appeal, please contact us on [email protected].
Este artigo destina-se apenas a fins informativos e não deve ser interpretado como aconselhamento jurídico.
Artigo escrito por Ms Charlene Sciberras, B.A. (Hons), escritora convidada, especialista em marketing e gestão empresarial com foco especial em assuntos corporativos, contabilísticos e jurídicos.
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