On October 29, 2014 a draft gender recognition bill has been presented at the Maltese parliament for the first reading. The law, if enacted, would fully respect trans people’s human rights.

The law will introduce the right to gender identity and enact a simple administrative procedure based solely on self-determination. Upon a notary declaration that one’s gender identity does not correspond to the assigned sex in the act of birth, the change of name and gender is enacted within 2 weeks. Requesting proofs of medical interventions, such as surgeries, hormone treatment or a psychological evaluation is prohibited.

The procedure is accessible for Maltese citizens and minors can access the procedure through a court procedure. Upon gender recognition a person has the right to request that any educational, employment or other key document or certificate is adapted.

The proposal also foresees discrimination protections, establishing that every norm, regulation or procedure must respect the human right to gender identity as well as proactive measures by public service.