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Study in Gżira

This guide explains student life in Gżira, Malta, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,389, Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters., National Long-Stay (D) visa and e-Residence Permit guidance, 2 universities. Explore verified details for Malta below.

Gżira, Malta
Gżira, Malta — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$1,389
Climate
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Safety score
80/100
English friendliness
95%
Student visa
National Long-Stay (D) visa and e-Residence Permit
Work while studying
Up to 20 hours per week after receiving the Residence Card and a Jobsplus employment licence.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$655
  • Food$472
  • Leisure$262

Rent is for aroom in a shared apartment (based on 2 or 3 persons sharing).

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • English is an official language and widely spoken
  • Free public transport for students with a Tallinja card
  • Sunny Mediterranean climate and coastal lifestyle
  • Relatively affordable compared to Western Europe

Considerations

  • High population density and traffic congestion
  • Rents in central areas like Gżira and Sliema can be expensive
  • Bureaucracy for visas and residence permits can be slow

Student housing in Gżira

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Gżira, Malta. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Gżira

Official sources

Follows the University of Malta's published approximate guide for living costs, converted from EUR to USD at a rate of 1.05. Figures apply to 2024/2025.

Figures for Gżira are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024/2025. Last reviewed September 2026.

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