Full MTA licence application management. We liaise with architects, prepare documentation, and manage inspections so you stay legal and stress-free.
Operating without an MTA licence is illegal
Properties listed on Airbnb, Booking.com, or any short-term rental platform in Malta must hold a valid MTA licence. Penalties include fines and forced delisting.
Complete Service
From initial consultation to licence in hand, we manage the entire MTA application process.
We prepare your complete MTA application package, ensuring every form, document, and requirement is met before submission.
Direct coordination with certified architects for property assessments, floor plans, and compliance certificates required by the MTA.
Compilation of all required documents: ownership proof, insurance, floor plans, fire safety certificates, and property classification.
Full preparation for MTA site inspections. We ensure your property meets every standard and are present during the inspection.
Ongoing monitoring of regulatory changes and property compliance. We keep you ahead of new requirements and amendments.
Automated licence renewal tracking with advance reminders. We manage the entire renewal process so your licence never lapses.
The Process
We assess your property, determine the correct licence category, and outline the requirements. Clear timeline and cost estimate upfront.
We coordinate with architects for floor plans, obtain fire safety certificates, compile ownership documents, and prepare the full application dossier.
Application submitted to the MTA with all supporting documents. We handle follow-up queries and prepare your property for inspection.
Licence granted. We set up renewal reminders and ongoing compliance monitoring. Your property is legal, listed, and ready to earn.
FAQs
The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) licence is a legal requirement for anyone renting out property on a short-let basis in Malta. It ensures properties meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Yes. Any property listed on short-term rental platforms including Airbnb, Booking.com, or Vrbo must hold a valid MTA licence. Operating without one carries significant fines.
The typical timeline is 4-6 weeks from initial application to approval, depending on property type and any required modifications. We work to streamline this as much as possible.
Key documents include proof of ownership or lease, architect floor plans, fire safety certificate, insurance documentation, and the completed MTA application forms.
Absolutely. We manage the complete renewal process including documentation updates, compliance checks, and submission well ahead of expiry dates.
Book a free consultation and let us handle your MTA licence application from start to finish. Stay compliant, stay earning.
