ICT Summer Student Working Scheme The ICT Summer Student Working Scheme is a mutually beneficial opportunity for students who are studying in the areas of ICT, and employers coming from the Public Administration as well as NGO’s.  This scheme is intended to assist students to obtain the 21st-century skills, focusing on the knowledge, skills and competencies required in the industry. ...

Early Intervention Service The Early Intervention Service is a free, family-centred support service provided by the National School Support Services (NSSS), Wellbeing Services Directorate under the Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, for babies and young children aged 0 to 5 who are experiencing developmental delays or have been diagnosed with a condition likely to resul...

YMCA - Youth Empowerment Programme The YMCA Youth Centre in Żabbar is a free, open-access youth space run by YMCA Malta for young people aged 8 and over. Operating as part of YMCA Malta's Youth Empowerment Programme, the centre provides young people with a safe, supportive environment where they can voice their opinions, develop skills, explore their interests, and engage with their community. YMC...

Free School Transport for State Schools The Government, through the Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, currently provides free transportation to students in compulsory schooling and kindergarten, attending State, Church and Independent Schools. School transport for state schools currently services over 980 routes daily, providing transport to thousands of students. All ...

Giovanni Curmi Higher Secondary School (GCHSS) Giovanni Curmi Higher Secondary School (GCHSS), established in 1984 and located in Naxxar, is Malta's only state-run post-secondary school offering two-year programmes for students aged 16 to 18. It prepares students for tertiary education at the University of Malta, MCAST, and other institutions, as well as for direct employment. GCHSS offers two mai...

Child Birth and Adoption Bonus (DSS) A Child Birth and Adoption Bonus introduced as from the 1st January 2020, is awarded to the mother of a newborn child or the adoptive parent of a newborn child, where the mother / adoptive parent is either Maltese, from a European Union Country or married / cohabitating with a Maltese / European National. However, since this Bonus payment is per Child, whenever...

Widows’ Pension (for Widows with Children) A Contributory Widow/er’s Pension is granted to a person who meets the required conditions, as stipulated under the Social Security Act (Cap. 318.), after the death of a spouse, partner, or former spouse/partner. A Contributory Widow/er’s Pension is paid every four (4) weeks in advance. A Contributory Widow/er’s Pension is due as from the day following t...

The Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD) AKA Food4you - Deprived households, particularly those including children and elderly, will be targeted through periodic distribution of food packages with the aim to address material deprivation. An emphasis will be placed on improving the living standards of people living in these households and alleviating their risk of poverty. Families wil...

Online Sessions for Parents/Guardians Parental/Guardian sessions are short, engaging and informative sessions designed to support parents and guardians in navigating their child’s educational journey. These sessions provide valuable insights into child development, learning strategies, and effective ways to foster a positive home-learning environment. Led by experts, they offer practical guidance,...

Registering for an eID Account The eID account or Electronic Identity Account is a trusted authentication mechanism for residents to electronically identify themselves to access eGovernment services.  The eID account. All Maltese Citizens and eResidence document holders who are 14 years and over. You may apply for an eID account by visiting any servizz.gov premises. You may also apply by...