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FSS: FS5 and tax deducted from January 2027 pay

Tax and social security deducted from January 2027 pay, with the FS5, by the last working day of February 2027 (Friday 26 February).

Filing deadline
February 26, 2027
Country
Malta
Tax year
2027
Official source
Tax authority

What is this deadline?

FSS tax deducted, with the FS5, is due by the last working day of the month after the month the pay was paid (S.L. 372.14 rule 15(1)): for January 2027 pay, Friday 26 February 2027.

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This page is informational only and not tax advice. Verify dates and requirements against the official tax authority before filing.