Malta Residency Program

Residency in

4 - 6 months

Minimum Investment

€150,000

Investment Type

Real Estate, Donation and Government Contribution

Visa free travel to

Schengen countries

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Malta Residency Program

The new Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations was launched on 27th March 2021. It offers non-EU foreign investors the ability to obtain a valid European residence permit quickly and legally. Applicants and their families can live permanently in the country and can travel freely to all Schengen countries if the conditions are met. The program requires investors to make a certain contribution to the government of Malta and a qualifying investment within the country along with the minimum donation to the approved NGO in Malta. To be eligible to apply for the program, investors must meet the main condition of proving that they are in possession of assets amounting to €500,000 (out of which €150,000 should be in the form of financial assets).

Which Family Members Can Be Added in the Same Malta Residency Application?

Spouse or de facto partner.
Financially Dependent Unmarried children (No age restrictions).
Financially Dependent Parents and grandparents (No age restrictions).

Malta Overview

Malta is a small peninsula with a history of friendly locals, medieval castles, fossilized rocks, magnificent beaches, warm seas, and fascinating history.

Language

Maltese

Currency

Euro

Total Area

316 Km²

Capital

Valletta

Government

Parliamentary republic

Population

519,562

Malta Residency Benefits

Member country of the European Union (since 2004), part of the Schengen area (since 2007) and member of the Commonwealth of Nations (since 1964);
Free movement within the entire Schengen area for a period of 90 out of 180 days;
One of the safest countries in the world (according to the World Risk Report);
Malta is an economically stable country with a credit rating A + showing one of the highest economic growth rates among all EU countries;
There is no obligation to know the Maltese language;
The right to reside in Malta without any restrictions and no obligations to reside any minimum number of days;
No age restrictions for children to be included as part of the application, provided that they are confirmed as financial dependent of the main applicant and are unmarried;
Option to add additional family members after residency card has been issued;
The applicant and his/her spouse can include financally dependent parents and grandparents as part of the application;
Exceptional education and health care system;
The approved applicants will be granted with a Permanent Residence Certificate valid for life and also a residence card renewable every 5 years.

Invest In Malta Residency

To apply for the Malta Permanent Residence Program the investor is required to meet the following requirements:
1- Cover administration fees for the application processing in a total of €40,000, out of which an initial fee of €10,000 is to be settled within a month of the application submission. The remaining €30,000 is to be settled within 2 months following the issuance of a Letter of Approval in Principle.
2- Donate to a Voluntary Organization the amount of €2,000.
3- Invest in one of the following property options:
A) Rent a property for a minimum of €12,000 per annum in Malta (or €10,000 if the property is located in the South of Malta or Gozo).
B) Purchase a property for a minimum of €350,000 in Malta (or €300,000 if the property is located in the South of Malta or Gozo).
4- Contribute a certain amount to the Government of Malta, depending on the property investment type selected:
A) If you choose to rent a property, a direct contribution of €58,000 is required.
B) If you choose to purchase a property, a direct contribution of €28,000 is required.

Malta Residency Cost

Real Estate Investment €350,000 (€300,000 if located in Gozo or the South of Malta)
Leasing Option Annual rent of €12,000 (€10,000 if located in Gozo or the South of Malta)
Administrative Fee €40,000
Contribution to the Government of Malta €28,000 if purchasing a property €58,000 if leasing or renting a property
Donation €2,000 donation to a local philanthropic, cultural, scientific, artistic, sport or animal welfare NGO registered with the Commissioner of Voluntary Organizations
Dependent Fees €7,500 for each additional dependent (for parents & grandparents only)

Malta Visa Free Countries

Over the past number of years, the Maltese government has been successfully working on expanding its list of Visa-free countries.

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How to Qualify for the Malta Residency?

Applicants beyond 18 years.
Investors must be citizens of a third country - not EU / EFTA.
Applicants must not have a criminal record.
Investors must have a certificate of good health from a reputable healthcare system.
Applicants must have capital assets of not less than €500,000 out of which a minimum of €150,000 must be financial assets.
Investors should have access to adequate health insurance

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Key Benefits Of Alternative Residency Or Citizenship

Global Mobility

Travel worldwide freely for business or pleasure, including the UK and Schengen zone without burden of constant visa applications.

Family Security

Relocate your family to Europe and other locations worldwide in a matter of months to secure a better future through high quality education and healthcare.

Business Opportunities

Expand your business and begin operating globally with easy access to the major business hubs.

Tax Haven

Preserve your wealth by taking advantage of a favorable tax regime in Europe or enjoy no tax liabilities offered in the Caribbean.

Investment

Invest in lucrative real estate and other assets that allow to capitalize on your future by generating rental returns with options to release your investments when the investment term is over.