How many people from Malta live abroad?
According to the United Nations, 42,400 people from Malta live abroad.
However, the figure counts migrants, not their children born abroad. The real diaspora is therefore larger.
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Malta diaspora around the world
People from Malta around the world meet here, country by country and city by city. Settled, about to leave or simply connected: here is where to find your people.
Malta diaspora, by continent
Main countries of residence
According to the United Nations, from largest to smallest.
Where people from Malta live
34,500 people from Malta live in Australia, 5,800 Canada, and 2,130 Italy.
Together, these three countries therefore account for about 100% of the diaspora.
Each country has its own page, with the cities, communities and meetups there.
The Malta diaspora by continent
By continent, the diaspora counts 34,500 people in Oceania, 5,800 the Americas, and 2,130 Europe.
For each continent, a page also gathers the countries and cities where it lives.
Neighbouring diasporas
Other countries in Europe also have their diaspora on Compatri: Ukraine, Russia, United Kingdom, Romania, and Poland. Each page gathers its countries of residence, its cities and its national day.
Finding people from Malta near you
Compatri brings diasporas together where they live. First, you choose the community of your city. Then you discover what its members organise: meals, parties, afterworks or mutual aid. Finally, you message compatriots who share your interests.
You can also host your own meetup: a meal, an outing or a party. It then appears to members of your city, and you follow sign-ups from your account.
Your exact location never appears: other members only see an approximate area. In addition, joining a community and attending events costs nothing.
Malta Independence Day
Every September 21, the national day brings the Malta diaspora together. Wherever the diaspora lives, communities also organise concerts, meals and gatherings.
Frequently asked questions
How many people from Malta live abroad?
According to the UN, about 42,400 people from Malta live abroad. Their children born abroad do not count in this figure.
Which countries do people from Malta live in?
According to the UN, most of them live in Australia, Canada, and Italy.
How can I find people from Malta near me?
Choose your country of residence, then your city. Next, join the local community, or start it if it is still missing.
When is the Malta national day?
Malta Independence Day falls on September 21. Around the world, the diaspora also celebrates it.
Do I have to pay to join my community?
No. Joining your community, discovering nearby members and attending events stays free. The Starter and Advanced plans only add features to go further.