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How to Start Freelancing in Malta (2026): Registration, Tax, and Getting Clients

Step-by-step guide to registering as self-employed in Malta: VAT number, Jobsplus, tax and social security, common mistakes, and how to get your first clients. Updated for 2026.

July 20, 2026

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