Locality is the reliable field
Official address and mapping resources identify localities and their councils, which is more useful than a broad 'city list' for formal use.
Locality guide · Malta Life Guides
Malta Cities: Localities, Councils and Official Names
The word 'city' is used in Malta in historical, civic and everyday contexts, but addresses and official records rely on locality names. For an address, a dataset or a practical plan, use the official locality record and map rather than assuming that a tourist or historic label is the administrative term you need.
Last checked: 15 August 2026. Rules, services, prices and timetables can change; confirm the relevant official source before acting.
Use a Malta city name accurately
- Start with the official locality name required by the address, form or dataset.
- Check the linked local council and region in the official record.
- Use a visitor guide for attractions, but not as authority for administrative boundaries.
- Avoid ranking or population claims unless a dated primary source supports them.
What to know before you act
Historic labels have context
A place can be described as a city in cultural or historic material while still requiring an official locality name in an address.
The map provides boundaries
The locality-and-regional map is the source to use when an official boundary or grouping matters.
Official sources to check
These links are the source of truth for current procedures, eligibility, amounts, deadlines and service changes.
- Office of the Address Registrar: Localities
Official locality, council and region records. - Research Innovation Unit: Locality and regional map
Official locality boundaries and names.
Freshness policy: Use the current official locality record for address, council or boundary questions.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cities in Malta?
For a reliable official list, use locality records rather than an arbitrary city ranking. The correct term depends on the purpose of your question.
Is Valletta a locality?
The official locality record lists Valletta. Use it for the current council and region context.
Can I use a tourism list for an address?
No. Use the Office of the Address Registrar and MaltaPost for official locality and postal details.