Free template generator · Independent of MTCA

The VAT Permit email,
written for you.
You send it to MTCA.

Selling tickets for an event in Malta means asking MTCA for a VAT Permit first. Answer a few simple questions and we'll write that request for you - every date, venue and ticket type, with all the detail MTCA asks for. The sending stays yours.

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Free, always
About two minutes
You send it, not us

An independent template generator by TicketLane. Not MTCA, and not tax advice.

How It Works

Three steps, and only the last one leaves this site

1

Tell us about your event

Your details, your dates and venues, and what you're selling. The form asks for exactly what MTCA needs - nothing more.

2

We write the email

You get the finished request on screen and a copy in your inbox, ready to review. Nothing reaches MTCA at this point.

3

You send it to MTCA

One click opens the email, already written. Hit send - that's the moment your request exists. MTCA replies with your VAT Permit Number.

Build Your Request

Three short steps. We'll write the email - you send it to MTCA.

Template generator

Everything below is required unless marked optional. Not sure about a field? Hover the info icon beside its label.

1 Who's asking The organiser MTCA will reply to.

We email your finished template here.

Not based in Malta? You may need a Maltese VAT number or the EU VAT One Stop Shop. We're not accountants and this isn't tax advice - check with yours.

2 Your event When and where it runs, and what goes on sale.
1

Running several nights at one venue? The venue carries over automatically.

Qty
€

MTCA needs the number of tickets going on sale, so every line needs a quantity. An estimate is fine - the request states it as projected.

3 How you're selling Where the tickets go on sale.

Left blank, the request states N/A (Tickets will be sold exclusively online) - what almost every organiser needs.

Independent tool - not MTCA, and not tax advice. VAT Permit Malta is built by TicketLane and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with the Malta Tax and Customs Authority. We write the email; we are not accountants and cannot advise on your tax position. Submitting this form is not a VAT Permit request. You still send the finished email to MTCA yourself.

This writes the email and sends you a copy. Nothing goes to MTCA until you send it.

What is a VAT Permit?

It's the approval that lets you issue VAT receipts for tickets sold through a third-party platform. Too many organisers were getting stuck on the request email, so we built a form that writes it for them.

The problem

Maltese tax law requires event organisers to notify MTCA before selling tickets online. Plenty of organisers either don't know that, or lose an afternoon working out how to word the email.

What we do

We take the guesswork out of the wording. Fill in the form and you get a complete request template, laid out clearly, ready for you to read through and send to MTCA from your own mailbox.

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VAT Permit Malta is built by the team behind TicketLane, Malta's modern ticketing platform. Once your permit is sorted, we can help you sell the tickets too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What this tool is, and how VAT Permits work in Malta

About this tool

Is this an official MTCA website?

No. VAT Permit Malta is an independent, free tool built by TicketLane. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with the Malta Tax and Customs Authority. We cannot issue permits or submit anything on your behalf - we only write the email, and you send it to MTCA yourself.

Does filling in this form request my VAT Permit?

No. Submitting the form writes the request text and emails a copy to you. Your request only exists once you send that email to MTCA from your own mailbox. We never contact MTCA.

Is any of this tax advice?

No. We are a ticketing company, not accountants or tax advisors, and nothing on this site is tax advice. This is a template: it formats the information you give us into a request email. Whether you need a permit, which VAT number belongs on it, and how you account for the VAT afterwards are all questions for your own accountant or tax advisor.

Is it really free?

Yes, and it stays free. There's no charge for writing your template. It's provided by TicketLane to support Malta's events community.

Is my information secure?

Your details are used to write your request email and are never sold or shared with third parties. We only send you marketing about TicketLane if you tick the optional box on the form, and you can unsubscribe at any time. We comply with GDPR.

About VAT Permits

Do I really need a VAT Permit for my event?

If you're selling tickets for an event in Malta, Maltese tax law requires you to notify the Malta Tax and Customs Authority about those ticket sales. Your own accountant can confirm how it applies to your situation.

Do I need a VAT Number first?

Yes - the permit request has to carry a VAT Number. If you don't have one, you can apply on the MTCA website.

What if I'm not based in Malta?

Selling tickets for an event held in Malta can create Maltese VAT obligations even if your business is registered elsewhere. Depending on your situation you may need to register for a Maltese VAT number, or account for the VAT through the EU VAT One Stop Shop (OSS).

We are not accountants and none of this is tax advice. Confirm which applies to you with your own accountant or tax advisor before you start selling - MTCA will expect the VAT number on the request to be the correct one.

Can one request cover several dates, venues or a recurring series?

Yes, as long as you know the dates and venues up front. Add as many date and venue pairs as you need and they all appear in the request. Membership cards work the same way - add one and tick which dates it's valid for, and the request spells out exactly what is being sold for which show.

How long does MTCA take to reply?

Once you have sent the email, MTCA typically processes these requests within 1-2 business days, though response times vary. The clock only starts when your email reaches them.

What if MTCA rejects my request?

MTCA will tell you why. You can then address their points and send an updated request. Rejections are rare when the information is accurate and your ticketing platform has an EXO Number.

Selling the tickets

Where can I sell tickets online?

There are several platforms available. We recommend TicketLane for its ease of use and compliance - get €20 ad credit for your first event.

Using another platform? Make sure they have an EXO Number - MTCA needs it before it will issue the VAT Permit.