Malta Tax Refund 2026: How to Claim Back Overpaid Tax
Overpaid tax in Malta? Here's how to claim your refund from the Inland Revenue Department.
When Can You Claim a Tax Refund?
You may be entitled to a tax refund if:
- Your employer deducted too much tax (FSS basis)
- You worked part of the year and overpaid
- You have deductible expenses not accounted for
- Your marriage status changed during the year
- You're entitled to tax credits not applied
How to Claim Your Refund
- Collect your FS3 - Your employer provides this by end of February
- File online - Use the IRD CFR portal at cfr.gov.mt
- Submit by June 30 - Deadline for previous year returns
- Wait for assessment - IRD will review and issue refund
Refund Timeline
- • FS3 received: By end of February
- • Filing deadline: June 30
- • Processing time: 2-6 months typically
- • Refund method: Direct bank transfer
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Data verified as of 1 January 2026. Rates and thresholds are subject to change based on Malta government budget announcements.
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Got my tax refund last year after following similar advice. Was about €380 back - not huge but hey free money right? 😄 Just make sure to file early
How long does the refund actually take? Filed mine in March last year and still waiting in August. The IRD website had no status update at all...
Laura mine took about 4-5 months. Friend of mine waited 8 months though. It varies a lot unfortunately. Keep checking!
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