Good to know
Good to Know
- Valletta's foreign-born population (15.8%) is lower than the greater Valletta region (35-40%), as many expatriates have settled in modern suburbs like Sliema and St. Julian's for more space and amenities
- English is widely spoken across Valletta; most expatriates operate professionally and socially in English despite Maltese being the national language
- Malta's tech ecosystem has grown rapidly since 2004 EU accession, attracting startups and talent particularly in fintech, gaming, and blockchain sectors
- Valletta ranks globally for fintech startups (#137) but dominates Malta's ecosystem (#1 nationally), reflecting the country's emerging rather than established tech profile
- Active expatriate support networks exist with groups organized by nationality and professional interest (IT, banking, etc.), easing integration
- The city maintains a strong historic population with deep family roots, alongside newer expatriate waves in commerce, tech, and hospitality
- Malta's government actively supports startup growth through initiatives like the Malta Venture Capital Fund and digital nomad visas, attracting international founders
Population
- As Of
- July 2024
- Valletta Permanent
- 5226
Gender Breakdown
- Male
- 2675
- Female
- 2551
Notable Nationalities
- Expat Character
- Primarily British and other Europeans, with increasing diversity; English-speaking community; active expatriate networks
- Description
- Valletta primarily hosts British and other European expatriates, with significant communities from around the world
Top Foreign Nationalities Malta Wide
- Italian
- British
- Indian
- Filipino
Foreign Born Percentage
- Malta National Rate
- 25.4%
- Valletta City
- 15.8%
- Greater Valletta Region
- 35-40%
- Valletta Foreign Nationals Count
- 826
- Valletta Maltese Nationals Count
- 4400
Business And Tech Presence
Key Sectors
- Fintech & Digital Banking
- Gaming & iGaming
- Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
- Web3 & Decentralized Tech
- Analytics & Software
- Translation & Localization
Ecosystem Scale
- Malta Tech Ecosystem Value
- €82 billion
- Maltese Founded Startups Value
- €4.6 billion
Workforce Composition
- Expatriate Percentage
- 38% of Malta's workforce
- Stem Degree Holders
- 14%+ of graduates
- Foreign University Graduates
- More than 25%
Funding And Investment
- Malta 2024 Vc Funding
- €43 million raised by startups
- Alumni Founded Startups Value
- €1.5 billion in enterprise value from University of Malta alumni
- Government Malta Venture Capital Fund
- $10.7 million backed startup fund (launched 2024)
Valletta Startup Ranking
- Global Rank
- #290 globally
- Regional Rank
- #1 in Malta
- Fintech Specialization
- #137 globally
Events And Infrastructure
- Key Enablers
- Malta Enterprise, Start in Malta initiative, Malta Digital Innovation Authority
- Silicon Valletta
- Local tech entrepreneurs' association fostering innovation and knowledge-sharing
- EU Startups Summit Valletta
- May 7-8, 2026 edition; 300+ investors attending
Major Tech Companies In Valletta
Hotjar
- Scale
- 1.3M+ websites using platform across 180+ countries
- Sector
- Analytics/Web Insights
- Founded
- 2014
Binance Exchange
- Sector
- Cryptocurrency/Digital Finance
- Presence
- Major crypto hub presence; partnership with Malta Stock Exchange
Hero Gaming
- Sector
- iGaming
- Founded
- 2014
- Description
- Gaming solutions provider
Apillon
- Focus
- Decentralized digital identities and Web3 infrastructure
- Sector
- Web3/Blockchain
Founders Bank
- Focus
- Corporate challenger bank for tech industry
- Sector
- Fintech
LILT
- Sector
- Localization/Translation Tech
- Description
- Enterprise translation services powered by AI
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.