SOLVIT is a free and informal problem-solving service provided by the national administrations of each EU member state, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Established in 2002, the network’s primary purpose is to address cases where EU law on the Single Market is not applied correctly by public authorities—helping both citizens and businesses overcome obstacles to cross-border trade, establishment, or operation.
Each Member State hosts a SOLVIT centre, within its Public Administration. This setup allows centres to dialogue and negotiate with entities who allegedly are infringing EU Law. With regards to Malta, the SOLVIT centre is within the Commerce Department.
When a business encounters a problem with a public authority in another Member State, SOLVIT can intervene.
How?
SOLVIT can help in various areas of Internal Market. Some examples are:
- Delays or refusals in recognising professional qualifications
- Unjustified barriers to selling goods or providing services across borders
- Issues with VAT reimbursement or market access
- Problems with residence or work permits for employees
- Disputes regarding the posting of workers or company establishment
Submit a case on:
https://ec.europa.eu/solvit
Contact SOLVIT Malta on:
Tel: 25690 329
25690 238
Email: [email protected]