Renovation Grants in Malta (2026–2027)

By YPS Malta · Updated 27 October 2026

At a glance

Budget 2027 said all existing incentive schemes will be renewed for 2027
Open now: first-time buyer UCA/vacant grant and the restoration grant (to 31 Dec 2026)
Closed for 2026: Irrestawra Darek, Irrinova Darek, REWS solar and battery
New 2027 calls are expected once the government publishes the terms
Most grants need proper invoices, photos and permits, so plan for them from day one

Where things stand (October 2026)

Most of the 2026 calls have closed. In the Budget on 26 October 2026, the government said all existing incentive schemes will be renewed for 2027, including those for buying and renovating homes and for renewable energy. New calls, with their own dates and conditions, should follow in the coming months.

Scheme	What it pays (2026 terms)	Status
First-time buyer grant, UCA or vacant property	€15,000 in Malta, €40,000 in Gozo	Open for deeds to 31 Dec 2026
Restoration and finishing grant (UCA, vacant or traditional-style homes)	18% and/or 10% of costs, up to €54,000 per property	Open to 31 Dec 2026
Irrestawra Darek (façades)	Up to €15,000; up to €50,000 / €100,000 for Grade 2 / Grade 1 scheduled	2026 calls closed
Irrinova Darek (energy renovation)	Up to €15,000, by region	2026 call closed; works due by 15 May 2027
REWS solar panels and batteries	PV 65% up to €3,000; battery 75% up to €6,000	Closed 12 Sep 2026
Housing Authority first-time buyer grant	€10,000 (€1,000 a year for 10 years)	Check with the Housing Authority

The schemes in detail

First-time buyer UCA and vacant property grant: for your first home in an Urban Conservation Area, or a house over 20 years old that's been empty for 7+ years. Apply within 6 months of the deed.
Restoration and finishing grant: refunds part of the cost of restoring and finishing those same types of homes, for works from 12 October 2021. Apply on servizz.gov.mt.
Irrestawra Darek: Planning Authority grant for restoring façades: stonework, timber apertures, balconies.
Irrinova Darek: Building and Construction Authority grant for energy upgrades such as insulation, double glazing and solar, run region by region.
REWS schemes: grants for solar panels, batteries and solar water heaters, from the Regulator for Energy and Water Services.

How to be ready for the 2027 calls

Get the paperwork sorted now: permits or DNO, ownership documents, and an EPC if the scheme needs one.
Get itemised quotes so you can apply quickly when the call opens. Many calls fill up or close early.
Don't start the works too early. Some schemes only pay for works done after you apply or are approved. Read the conditions first.
Keep every invoice and take photos before, during and after.

How we help

We plan and run grant-funded works so they fit the scheme rules and deadlines, and we keep the invoices and photos you need for each claim.

This guide is a summary for general information. Amounts and conditions change from call to call, so always read the official conditions for the current call. We update this page when new calls open.

Frequently asked questions

Are there renovation grants in Malta in 2027?

Budget 2027 said all existing incentive schemes will be renewed for 2027. The detailed terms and dates are expected in the coming months.

Which renovation grants are open now?

As of late October 2026, the first-time buyer grant for UCA and vacant properties and the restoration and finishing grant run until 31 December 2026. Most other 2026 calls have closed.

Can I claim a grant for works I've already done?

It depends on the scheme. Some only cover works after you apply or are approved, while the restoration grant covers works from 12 October 2021. Always check the conditions first.