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Digital GuideFebruary 20267 min read

mySocialSecurity Malta App 2026: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Malta's official mySocialSecurity app. Manage your social security online, update bank details, check contributions, and apply for benefits from your phone or computer.

1. What is mySocialSecurity?

mySocialSecurity is Malta's official digital platform for managing your social security affairs. It's provided by the Department of Social Securityand allows you to:

  • View your Social Security Number and registration details
  • Check your contribution history
  • Update your contact and banking information
  • Apply for various social security benefits
  • Download official certificates and statements

Mobile App

Available for iOS and Android devices

Web Portal

Access from any browser

Visit Portal →

2. Key Features

Personal Details

View and update your personal information

Bank Details

Add or change bank account for benefit payments

Contribution History

View your SSC payment records

Notifications

Get updates on your applications

Benefits Status

Track your benefit applications

Certificates

Download official documents

3. How to Register

To use mySocialSecurity, you need to register using your e-ID Maltacredentials. Here's how:

1

Get e-ID Malta

If you don't have e-ID credentials, visit eid.gov.mt to register for a digital identity.

2

Download the App or Visit Website

Download from App Store/Google Play or visit mysocialsecurity.gov.mt

3

Log In with e-ID

Use your e-ID credentials to authenticate securely

4

Complete Your Profile

Add your email, phone, and bank details for benefit payments

💡 Tip: You can authenticate using:

  • e-ID App - Mobile authentication
  • e-ID Card + Reader - Physical card with PIN
  • Username + Password + OTP - For web portal

4. Updating Bank Details

It's essential to keep your bank details updated to receive benefit payments correctly.

How to Update Bank Details

  1. 1. Log in to mySocialSecurity
  2. 2. Go to "Profile" or "My Details"
  3. 3. Click "Banking Information"
  4. 4. Enter your IBAN (MT format)
  5. 5. Verify with your bank account holder name
  6. 6. Save changes

⚠️ Important: The bank account must be in your own name. Benefit payments cannot be made to third-party accounts. Use a Malta-based bank with an IBAN starting with MT.

5. Checking Contribution History

Your Social Security Contributions (SSC) record is vital for:

  • Pension eligibility (need minimum stamps)
  • Sickness and injury benefits
  • Unemployment benefits
  • Maternity/paternity benefits

What You Can See

InformationDetails
Total ContributionsNumber of weekly stamps/contributions paid
Yearly BreakdownContributions per tax year
Employer HistoryList of employers who paid contributions on your behalf
Class TypeClass 1 (employed) or Class 2 (self-employed)
GapsPeriods with missing contributions

💡 For Pension: You need a minimum number of paid or credited contributions to qualify for a state pension. Check your record regularly to ensure there are no gaps. You can make voluntary contributions to fill gaps.

6. Available Benefits

Through mySocialSecurity, you can apply for various social security benefits:

Contributory Benefits

  • • Retirement Pension
  • • Sickness Benefit
  • • Injury Benefit
  • • Unemployment Benefit
  • • Maternity Benefit

Non-Contributory Benefits

  • • Social Assistance
  • • Age Pension
  • • Disability Assistance
  • • Carer's Allowance
  • • Children's Allowance

7. Tips & Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Can't log in?

Make sure your e-ID is active. Visit eid.gov.mt to reset credentials if needed.

Missing contributions?

Contact the Department of Social Security with payslips showing SSC deductions.

App not working?

Ensure you have the latest version. Clear cache or reinstall if issues persist.

Need help?

Visit contactdss.gov.mt or call 153 (Servizz.gov helpline).

Best Practices

  • Keep details updated - Especially email, phone, and bank details
  • Check contributions regularly - At least once a year
  • Enable notifications - Stay informed about your applications
  • Download important documents - Keep copies of certificates and statements
  • Report issues promptly - If you notice missing contributions, act fast

Understand Your SSC Deductions

Use our salary calculator to see exactly how much SSC is deducted from your salary and how it affects your net pay.

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