Gibraltar Immigration

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Update – June 2026

The Government of Gibraltar has published new criteria governing applications for residence in Gibraltar, completing the reform that began with the suspension of new applications on 6 October 2025. Holders of Gibraltar identity cards and persons resident before that date are not affected. For the detail and what it means for employers, families and existing residents, see our analysis: New Gibraltar Residence Criteria (2026).

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Gibraltar’s development as an international specialist finance centre, where so many international operators have set up operations, has naturally meant that Gibraltar has long attracted many thousands of people from around the world to work and live here. Gibraltar has drawn entrepreneurs, executives and workers alike as a result of the huge opportunity Gibraltar’s economy has generated and continues to generate. In gaming, finance, financial services, cryptocurrency and fintech, Gibraltar is a leader in the creation of strong, well-paying jobs for an economy that relies on a cross-frontier workforce of over 13,000 to keep firing on all cylinders.

As entrepreneurs come to Gibraltar to establish businesses, bringing their families with them, Hassans leads the way in helping these families regularise all matters relevant to moving to and working in Gibraltar. This includes, among other services, making applications for work permits where required, filing applications for Category 2 or High Executive Possessing Specialist Skills (HEPSS) status, applications for naturalisation and passports, where relevant, and assisting in liaising with all Government departments/utilities and professional services providers accordingly.

Since 6 October 2025, ordinary residence in Gibraltar has been governed by published criteria that tie eligibility to genuine economic contribution. For an applicant relying on employment, this means a qualifying salary at the average gross annual earnings, an employer that has traded in or from Gibraltar for at least a year and is current on its licensing, payments and filings, suitable accommodation, and an age of 55 or under, subject to the Chief Minister’s discretion. The standing of the employing business now bears directly on whether a prospective employee qualifies, and the discretionary gateways and the transitional treatment of those present before 6 October 2025 are the points on which advice most often turns. Hassans advises employers, families and individuals across each of these. Read our full analysis: New Gibraltar Residence Criteria (2026).

Further to Gibraltar’s exit from the European Union on 31 January 2020, Hassans continues to monitor the changes that may come in order to be able to advise its clients accordingly.

We assist companies large and small in relation to all HR matters, a significant component of which relates to immigration issues and we, therefore, have the expertise to understand the best way to tackle such issues in the most effective and efficient manner. For any queries relating to any of the above services please do not hesitate to contact a member of our team below and we will be delighted to assist you. You can also call us on +350 20079000 or email us at info@hassans.gi.