As of 23 January 2026, Malta has formally brought the NIS2 Directive into force through L.N. 22 of 2026, marking a major step forward in strengthening national and EU‑wide cybersecurity resilience.
This milestone significantly elevates the expectations placed on organisations operating in essential and important sectors - ensuring they can withstand evolving cyber threats in an increasingly digital and interconnected environment.
Under the new L.N. 71 of 2025, entities must now adopt robust cybersecurity risk‑management measures, ensure incident reporting, and comply with a defined supervisory regime.
If your business:
Ignoring compliance is not an option. Non‑compliance carries significant operational, legal, and financial consequences.
NIS2 raises the bar for cybersecurity across Malta and the EU, driving:
If you're unsure whether your organisation falls within scope, or if you need clarity on your obligations, seek guidance early, with one of our cybersecurity and regulatory experts. Understanding your exposure and implementing the right controls, will be essential to operating with confidence under the new regime.
For more info about NIS2, visit: NIS2: European and national legislation on the cyber security of organisations, NIS2: Strengthening Cyber Security across Europe & ENISA’s NIS360 Report Highlights Cybersecurity Gaps Across NIS2 Sectors
Under the new L.N. 71 of 2025, entities must now adopt robust cybersecurity risk‑management measures, ensure incident reporting, and comply with a defined supervisory regime.
Does NIS2 apply to your organisation?
If your business:
- Handles critical or sensitive data
- Provides key digital, operational, or infrastructural services
- Supports essential entities in their service delivery
Ignoring compliance is not an option. Non‑compliance carries significant operational, legal, and financial consequences.
Why this matters
NIS2 raises the bar for cybersecurity across Malta and the EU, driving:
- Stronger governance and accountability
- Proactive threat and incident management
- Greater supply chain security
- Enhanced national resilience and cross‑border cooperation
Now is the time to act
If you're unsure whether your organisation falls within scope, or if you need clarity on your obligations, seek guidance early, with one of our cybersecurity and regulatory experts. Understanding your exposure and implementing the right controls, will be essential to operating with confidence under the new regime.
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For more info about NIS2, visit: NIS2: European and national legislation on the cyber security of organisations, NIS2: Strengthening Cyber Security across Europe & ENISA’s NIS360 Report Highlights Cybersecurity Gaps Across NIS2 Sectors