Application for a New/Extension of an License for an Asylum Seeker -Failed Asylum Seeker

Last Updated: Wednesday 17 June 2026

Overview

Asylum seekers (AS) and failed asylum seekers (FAS) are given the possibility to take up employment until their respective application for asylum is reviewed. This application needs to be filled in by the prospective employers and once the Employment Licence is granted, the AS/FAS will be allowed to work with that specific employer.

What you'll get

An employment licence authorising asylum seekers and failed asylum seekers to work.

Eligibility

Asylum seekers and failed asylum seekers.

How to apply

Fill in the online form and print it.

The application form along with the mandatory list of documents specified in the respective checklist need to be submitted by hand or by post to:

The Employment Licences Unit
Jobsplus Head Office
Ħal Far BBG 3000

A number of the additional documents have to be certified true copies of original or signed in original.

Timeline

Submission of Application

Vetting of Application

2 days

Assessment of Application

15 days

Approval of Application

2 days

Delivery of Service

2 days

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