Exporting guide to Malta
Growing UK export market
In the year ended June 2019, total UK exports to Malta amounted to £1.8 billion, which was an increase of 60.4% compared to the previous year (ONS, 2019). This shows a significant and growing demand for UK goods and services in Malta, which UK businesses looking to export could benefit from.
Demand for goods and services
In the year ending June 2019, the top goods exported from the UK to Malta were ships, refined oil, cars, medicinal and pharmaceutical products and aircraft (ONS, 2019). In terms of services, the top services imported by Malta from the UK were travel, business services, transportation, financial services and telecommunications, computer and information services (ONS, 2019). Therefore, if you operate in any of these industries, Malta could be a good market for you.
Malta: at a glance
Currency
Euro
Business language
English, Maltese
You may need a translator
GDP per capita
$31,997
UK is $46,200 (IMF, 2021, projected figures)
Economic growth
5.7%
(IMF, 2021, projected figures)
Time zone
GMT +1
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Check for trade barriers
Trade barriers, such as tariffs or taxes, can raise costs, cause delays, or even stop you from exporting. Check for any issues that may impact your business when exporting.
Check duties and customs
Find information on how to export goods from the UK. View the duties, rules, restrictions, and the documents you need for your products.
Next steps
DIT can advise you on doing business abroad, and help put you in touch with other people who can help such as lawyers and distributors.
