Malta
Located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is renowned for its
pleasant climate, welcoming community, low crime levels, and high
standard of living. It’s an appealing destination for those seeking a
comfortable lifestyle or a second home, supported by convenient and
well-connected air travel options. A member of the European Union,
Malta launched its Citizenship by Investment program in 2014.
pleasant climate, welcoming community, low crime levels, and high
standard of living. It’s an appealing destination for those seeking a
comfortable lifestyle or a second home, supported by convenient and
well-connected air travel options. A member of the European Union,
Malta launched its Citizenship by Investment program in 2014.
Program overview
Minimum investment by donation:
–
Minimum investment in real estate:
€375 000
Time to citizenship:
12 or 36 months
Visa-free access:
180+ countries
Minimum investment by donation:
–
Minimum investment in real estate:
€375 000
Time to citizenship:
12 or 36 months
Visa-free access:
180+ countries
Requirements
Malta
Residency by Investment
Requirements
No criminal record
Due diligence check pass
Good health
Residency by Investment
options:
Residency (not the now-abolished CBI)
Main programme: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP).
Contribution: €68,000 (rent) or €98,000 (buy property).
Donation: €2,000 to NGO.
Property: Rent €10,000–12,000/year or buy at least €300,000.
Net worth: €500,000 (of which €150,000 liquid).
Residence validity: Permanent, subject to conditions.
Family: Spouse, children (including adult dependents), dependent parents/grandparents.
Stay requirement: None.
Path to citizenship: Ordinary naturalisation after ~10+ years (strict, discretionary).
Benefits
Tax relief
Malta has one of the lowest taxation
rates in Europe with no foreign income
tax, inheritance tax and withholding tax
on interest earned.
rates in Europe with no foreign income
tax, inheritance tax and withholding tax
on interest earned.
Exceptionally strong passport
The Maltese passport allows for visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to 187 countries, including the European Union, the United Kingdom and USA.
Health & Education
Unrestricted access to education and
health benefits in the European Union.
health benefits in the European Union.
High quality of life
Malta ranks highly across multiple
sectors key to high quality of life for
individuals and families.
sectors key to high quality of life for
individuals and families.
Consular support
Citizens of Malta are also citizens of the European Union and entitled to consular protection and support from any European union consulate globally.
Dual citizenship permitted
No need to renounce your existing
citizenship upon receiving one from
Malta.
citizenship upon receiving one from
Malta.
Benefits
Tax relief
Malta has one of the lowest taxation rates in Europe with no foreign income tax, inheritance tax and withholding tax on interest earned.
Exceptionally strong passport
The Maltese passport allows for visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to 187 countries, including the European Union, the United Kingdom and USA.
Health & Education
Unrestricted access to education and health benefits in the European Union.
Dual citizenship permitted
No need to renounce your existing citizenship upon recieving one from Malta.
High quality of life
Malta ranks highly across multiple sectors key to high quality of life for individuals and families.
Consular support
Citizens of Malta are also citizens of the European Union and entitled to consular protection and support from any European union consulate globally.
Malta basic information
CAPITAL
Valletta
TOTAL AREA
316 km2
POPULATION
436 937
LANGUAGE
Maltese, English
CAPITAL
Valletta
TOTAL AREA
316 km2
POPULATION
436 937
LANGUAGE
Maltese, English
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 0.92 EUR
GDP - PER CAPITA
USD 34 127
GDP - TOTAL
USD 18.13 billion
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 0.92 EUR
GDP - PER CAPITA
USD 34 127
GDP - TOTAL
USD 18.13 billion
Malta is a Mediterranean island nation known for its rich history, striking architecture, and scenic coastline. With a unique
cultural heritage shaped by centuries of influence, Malta offers ancient sites, charming towns, and a vibrant local atmosphere.
English is widely spoken, and the country serves as a key hub for tourism and international business.
cultural heritage shaped by centuries of influence, Malta offers ancient sites, charming towns, and a vibrant local atmosphere.
English is widely spoken, and the country serves as a key hub for tourism and international business.
The island also stands out for its high quality of life, mild climate, and safe, welcoming environment. With modern infrastructure,
excellent healthcare, and strong air links to Europe and beyond, Malta is an attractive choice for living, working, or investing.
excellent healthcare, and strong air links to Europe and beyond, Malta is an attractive choice for living, working, or investing.