Salary Calculator
Malta
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With a simple process—select the country, define the employment status, and enter salary details—the calculator instantly generates a detailed breakdown of net and gross salaries. It also offers insights into tax liabilities, social security contributions, and other mandatory deductions, ensuring compliance and efficient payroll management.
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How does a salary calculator for Malta work?
Our payroll calculator for Malta will help you estimate your net salary, which is the take-home amount after deducting mandatory expenses from the gross salary.
The calculation starts once you input the gross salary, which is the total salary, before the mandatory deductions. Then, the calculator will apply the mandatory social security contributions for both the employer and the employee and the progressive income tax rate applicable to employees.
After deducting all the mandatory contributions and taxes, the calculator will display the net salary, which is the actual salary the employee gets for their personal use.
What is the salary cost in Malta?
The total cost of a salary in Malta includes contributions from both the employee and the employer, along with income tax deductions. The gross salary, which is the agreed-upon amount before any deductions, serves as a basis for all salary calculations.
Both employers and employees in Malta are required to contribute 10% each of the gross salary towards social security. Additionally, employees are subject to personal income tax, which is calculated using a progressive system based on their annual income and tax category.
Deducting these contributions and taxes from the gross salary of the employee ensures funding for social benefits such as healthcare, pension, and other welfare programmes in Malta.
How much tax do you pay in Malta?
Every employee in Malta is required to pay income tax on their earnings. The income tax is withheld by the employer from the employee’s salary and remitted to the tax authorities on the employee’s behalf.
Income tax in Malta is charged on a progressive basis, depending on the individual’s income level and category.
The following are the income tax rates in the single category:
-Income up to €12,000: Tax rate of 0%.
-Income from €12,001 to €16,000: Tax rate of 15%.
-Income from €16,001 to €60,000: Tax rate of 25%.
-Income over €60,001: Tax rate of 35%.
The following are the income tax rates in the married category:
-Income up to €15,000: Tax rate of 0%.
-Income from €15,001 to €23,000: Tax rate of 15%.
-Income from €13,001 to €60,000: Tax rate of 25%.
-Income over €60,001: Tax rate of 35%.
The following are the income tax rates in the parent category:
-Income up to €13,000: Tax rate of 0%.
-Income from €13,001 to €17,500: Tax rate of 15%.
-Income from €17,501 to €60,000: Tax rate of 25%.
-Income over €60,001: Tax rate of 35%.
*Please note that these rates can vary based on legislative changes.
What are the mandatory employee benefits in Malta?
Employers in Malta are required to provide employees with mandatory employment benefits, which typically include those covered through the social security system. Such benefits involve pension benefits, sickness benefits, unemployment benefits, maternity/paternity benefits, and others.
Employees in Malta are also entitled to paid leave, including annual leave, public holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, parental leave, and others.
Are there any other benefits or additional expenses?
Some employers in Malta are also providing their employees with extra employment benefits to enhance the satisfaction of their existing employees and attract new team members to their companies. Such benefits may include covering the costs of private health insurance for the employees and their families, allowances for meals during working hours, funding for courses and certifications, reimbursements for transportation and commuting to work, and other types of expenses.
What is the difference between gross and net in the Malta salary calculator?
The difference between the gross and the net salary in Malta lies in the deductions made from the gross salary to determine the net salary.
The gross salary represents the agreed-upon amount between the employer and the employee before any mandatory deductions are made. This figure is used as the base for calculating taxes and social security contributions.
Once contributions and taxes are deducted from the gross salary, the employee gets the net salary, which is the actual amount that they receive on their account for their personal use.
How can Native Teams help with employment, salary and taxes in Malta?
Native Teams offers an all-inclusive solution that helps businesses manage employment, salaries, and taxes in Malta. With our all-in-one solution, you can simplify your payroll management and make sure it’s in full compliance with labour and tax laws in Malta.
Our expert team of tax and legal professionals will help you calculate salaries, fulfil your tax obligations, and administer employee benefits for your team members in Malta. With Native Teams by your side, you can reduce administrative work and enjoy the peace of mind that all your legal obligations are met promptly and effectively.
