Latest News
New Policy for Social Security Inquiries
The Department of Social Security (DSS) has recently implemented a policy to enhance communication with citizens. As of June 20th, citizens are encouraged to use the Contact Us form for inquiries...
Safeguarding the Elder from Financial Exploitation
Elder financial abuse is the exploitation of an elderly person by a relative, carer, stranger or so-called "friend" in order to drain money and assets that have taken years to build up. Abuse of...
Submit Documents Online
This service allows you to upload copies of documents requested by the Department of Social Security in a letter of notification to the claimant, known as a Call Letter. As a result, the...
Guardianship
Guardianship is the legal relationship between a guardian and a person who is unable to manage their own affairs due to mental or physical incapacity. The rules and procedures for the appointment...
Safe Social Media Usage: Protecting Your Digital Identity
Social media platforms have become an integral part of our lives, connecting us with friends, family, and the world at large. However, the convenience and openness of these platforms also make...
Children’s Allowance – Special Student Allowance
Overview This new benefit is aimed to help parents and foster parents whose children continue their post-secondary education, irrespective of receiving their stipend from the Education Department...
Latest Publications
NOTE: We try to update the Handbooks content on an ongoing basis as changes occur. However, in case of a conflict between the contents of the Handbook and the Act, Regulations and Rulings, the latter take precedence.
Manual on Social Security Contributions, Benefits and Pensions
Media Production
(maltese version only)
Pension Reform
Service Pensions Manual (PDF Format)