Internet Providers Malta 2026: Fibre Plans, Prices, Setup

Short answer: the three main internet providers Malta households use are GO, Epic and Melita, all offering fibre-based home internet plus wireless and mobile options. When I checked their websites in October 2026, Melita’s internet-only fibre plans were €19.95 a month for 100 Mbps and €36.95 for 1 Gbps on 24-month terms, Epic advertised plans from €13.49 a month including 1-year plans aimed at renters, and GO was promoting 1 Gbps packs with the first months free. Availability and real speeds depend on your building, so check your exact address before you sign. If you rent a room in a shared flat, wifi is often already included.

Home internet is the admin task newcomers most often forget until the first video call drops. In a stone building with thick walls, the router’s position matters as much as the plan. Here is how to choose a provider, what it costs and how to get connected without signing up for more than you need, whether you are renting a room for six months, setting up a family home or working remotely from a flat with a sea view and a weak signal in the back bedroom.

Internet providers Malta: the main options

Sources: Melita home internet, Epic home internet and GO internet pages, last checked October 2026. Introductory offers, bundle discounts and availability change frequently; confirm the full price after any free period.

How to choose

• Renting for a year or less? Look for 12-month plans or wireless options rather than a 24-month contract. Epic explicitly targets renters with 1-year home fibre plans and a 30-day trial.
• Working from home with video calls? 100 Mbps is plenty for one or two people; prioritise a good router position or mesh wifi over raw speed.
• Big shared flat or heavy streaming? Consider higher tiers or mesh pods so every room gets a signal through the stone walls.
• Already on a mobile plan? Bundling can save money: Melita offers a €5 monthly discount for new customers combining internet and mobile postpaid on 24-month terms, and Epic advertises €5 a month off per mobile line.
• Need it quickly? Wireless home internet or mobile data on a SIM can bridge the gap while fibre is installed.

How to get home internet connected, step by step

1. Check availability for your exact address on each provider’s website; speeds differ street by street.
2. Ask the landlord whether there is already a line in the flat and which provider used it last. An existing connection usually makes installation faster.
3. Get the landlord’s permission if any drilling or new cabling is needed.
4. Prepare documents: ID or residence card, address, and often a local bank account or card for the monthly payment.
5. Choose the term (12 or 24 months, or monthly where offered) and note the price after any free months.
6. Book installation. Ask what time window to expect and whether the technician will place the router where you want it.
7. Test speed in every room once connected; add a mesh pod or move the router if the bedroom or office is weak.
8. Keep the contract and cancellation terms somewhere safe for when you move out.

Renters and shared flats

In many shared flats, the landlord keeps the internet contract and includes wifi in the rent or the bills. That is convenient, but ask three questions before signing: what speed is the plan, who do you contact if it fails, and how is the cost split? Test it at the viewing with a quick speed test on your phone in the bedroom you would rent. Our guide to a shared apartment in Malta covers how flatmates usually split bills.

If you rent a whole flat, the contract will usually be yours. Twelve-month plans and portable options are worth the slightly higher monthly price if you might move within the year.

Mobile broadband and wireless alternatives

• Wireless home internet: GO’s Plug’n’GO uses 4.5G with speeds up to 50 Mbps and works out of the box, which suits short stays and flats without a fixed line.
• Portable internet plans: providers offer portable routers or data plans for people who move around or travel.
• Phone hotspot: a generous mobile plan can carry you through the first weeks; our guide to the best SIM card in Malta compares data packs, including GO’s unlimited local data option.

Getting good wifi in a Maltese home

Malta’s limestone walls are wonderful for keeping summer heat out and terrible for wifi. A few things that make a real difference:

• Put the router high and central, not on the floor or in a cabinet.
• In long townhouses, use a mesh system or extra access points, which some plans include.
• Use a cable for your work computer if your desk is near the router.
• Restart the router after power cuts and storms, which can affect equipment.
• Keep a mobile data allowance as a backup for important calls.

Moving out, switching and cancelling

Expats move flats more often than most people, so think about the end of the contract at the start:

• Read the early termination terms. Leaving a 24-month plan early usually means paying for part of the remaining term or returning any discounts.
• Ask about moving the service to your new address instead of cancelling; providers often allow a transfer if the new building is covered.
• Return equipment such as routers and mesh pods and keep proof of return.
• Give notice in writing and keep the confirmation email.
• Check the final bill for pro-rata charges after you leave.

If you are switching provider while staying in the same flat, line up the new installation before cancelling the old service so you are not left offline for days.

Questions to ask before signing

1. What is the price after the introductory period, and for how long am I committed?
2. Is installation free, and is there an equipment deposit?
3. What speed is realistically available at my address?
4. Is a mesh system included or extra?
5. How do I report faults, and how quickly are they usually fixed?

What home internet costs over a year

My calculations from published prices, October 2026, before any introductory free months or bundle discounts; 13 prepaid 28-day periods a year.

Speed: what you really need

My rule-of-thumb guide, not provider figures. Upload speed and wifi coverage matter as much as the headline download speed.

Most complaints I hear are about wifi coverage inside the flat, not the line itself. Before upgrading to a faster plan, test speed next to the router: if it is fast there and slow in your bedroom, you need better placement or a mesh pod, not more gigabits.

Remote workers: what you actually need

If you work from home, stability matters more than headline speed. A fibre plan of 100 Mbps or more, a router placed near your desk and a mobile backup cover almost every remote job. If your flat’s connection is weak, a coworking desk a few days a week solves both the internet and the loneliness problem; see our coworking space Malta guide. Our guide to the digital nomad community in Malta covers how remote workers build a routine with people in it.

For the order of first-month tasks, from SIM and bank account to lease and residence card, see our step-by-step guide to moving to Malta.

Whichever provider you pick, test the connection in the first weeks: run speed tests at different times of day, and report problems early while you are still within any trial or cooling-off period.

Internet providers Malta: FAQ

What are the main internet providers in Malta?

GO, Epic and Melita are the three main providers of home internet, all offering fibre-based plans, plus mobile and wireless options. Availability and maximum speeds depend on your exact address.

How much is home internet in Malta?

When checked in October 2026, Melita’s internet-only fibre plans were €19.95 a month for 100 Mbps and €36.95 for 1 Gbps on 24-month terms, Epic advertised plans from €13.49 a month, and GO was promoting 1 Gbps packs with several free months. Promotions change often, so compare current offers.

Can I get internet without a 24-month contract in Malta?

Yes. Epic promotes 1-year home fibre plans aimed at renters, and wireless options such as GO’s Plug’n’GO or a portable mobile internet plan avoid fixed installations. Mobile data on a prepaid SIM is another flexible choice.

How long does it take to install internet in Malta?

It depends on whether fibre is already connected to the building. Where it is, installation can be quick, and GO advertises express same-day delivery for some products. New connections or older buildings can take longer.

Is internet included in rent in Malta?

Often in shared flats and furnished rentals, where the landlord keeps the contract and includes wifi in the rent or bills. For whole-flat rentals it is usually your responsibility. Ask before signing and test the speed during the viewing.