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History of the Profession

What is a Perit?

The title of “perit” is the official title given to warranted architects, and civil (or structural) engineers. The term is of Italian origin, generically meaning “expert”.  For a long time, the title has been in use, within the construction industry, to refer to the person knowledgeable on, and responsible for, the design and construction of buildings or other works. Read more

Becoming a perit

How to get a warrant to practise as an architect or civil engineer in Malta

In Malta, the route to the professional status of perit, that is architect or civil engineer, is regulated by the Periti Act, Cap. 622 of the Laws of Malta. The Act defines the academic training requirements in conformity with Article 46 Para. 1 of the European Commission Directive 2005/36/EC, for the title of architect in Europe, the minimum academic training for civil engineers, and the professional traineeship requirements. Read more

Latest News

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DIR 08/26 | Suspension of Professional Services following publication of L.N. 305 of 2026

The Council of the Kamra tal-Periti has been informed by several Periti this morning that a new legal notice, LN 305 of 2026, amending S.L.623.06 (Avoidance of Damage to Third Parties Regulations) was brought into force today. The Council…
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CIR 07/26 | Planning Permit Expiry Notifications, Suspension Of The Land Registration System

The Council of the Kamra tal-Periti would like to bring to your attention the following updates. 1. Notifications on the expiry of planning permits The Planning Authority (PA) has started issuing notifications to permit holders and their periti…
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PR12/26 | KTP calls for Grade 1 scheduling of Palazzina Vincenti and its expropriation for public use

The Kamra tal-Periti is calling on the Planning Authority to urgently upgrade the scheduling of Palazzina Vincenti in St Julian's from Grade 2 to Grade 1, in view of the building's clear cultural value. The Kamra is also calling on Government…