Malta
Exceptional Investment Naturalisation
Malta’s Exceptional Investment Naturalisation program grants citizenship after a residency period. It provides visa-free travel to over 180 countries and fast-tracks citizenship in one year with higher investment, benefiting Malta’s economy and society.
Key Benefits of Maltese Citizenship
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries, including the USA, UK, and UAE.
- Right to live, work, and study in any of the 27 EU member states.
- No minimum stay required to maintain citizenship.
- Citizenship is granted for life and can be passed to future generations.
- Family inclusion, with dependents covered under the program.
- Business-friendly environment with competitive corporate tax incentives.
- Exclusive opportunity—limited to 400 successful applicants annually.
Eligible family members include:
Spouse
Spouse or de facto partner.
Children
Children (unmarried, under 29 years old, financially dependent).
Parents
Parents and grandparents (over 55 years old, financially dependent).
Investment Requirements
Applicants must meet the following investment conditions:
- Main applicant and adult dependents must be legal residents of Malta for three years (or one year for a higher investment).
- Maintain residential property during the residency period.
- Main Applicant:
- EUR 600,000 contribution after 36 months of residency, OR
- EUR 750,000 contribution after 12 months of residency.
- Spouse or De Facto Partner: EUR 50,000.
- Dependent Children (Unmarried, Under 29 Years): EUR 50,000 each.
- Parents/Grandparents (Over 55 Years): EUR 50,000 each.
- Lease Option: EUR 16,000 per annum for at least five years post-naturalisation.
- Purchase Option: EUR 700,000 property to be held for at least five years post-naturalisation.
- EUR 10,000 to an approved philanthropic cause.
Additional Fees and Processing Costs
In addition to the investment, applicants are responsible for the following fees:
- Main Applicant: EUR 15,000.
- Dependents (13 years and older): EUR 10,000.
- Benefactor: EUR 15,000.
- EUR 27.50 per person annually.
Application Process
The application process typically takes between one and three years, depending on the chosen investment track:
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Step 1: Initial Due Diligence and Pre-Approval
Complete the due diligence form and submit passports for all family members.
Initiate the application with an initial payment and client agreement.
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Step 2: Residence Application
Secure residence by leasing or purchasing property.
Obtain global health insurance and coordinate residency application with the Community Malta Agency (CMA).
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Step 3: Secure Residence in Malta
Lease or purchase property to demonstrate genuine ties to Malta.
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Step 4: Residency Appointment with CMA
Attend residency appointment for biometric data capture and issuance of residence cards.
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Step 5: Citizenship Application
Finalise citizenship application and documentation with assistance from a dedicated Relationship Manager.
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Step 6: Approval in Principle
Fulfill outstanding obligations, including property proof, charity donation, and government contributions.
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Step 7: Oath of Allegiance and Passport Application
Upon receiving citizenship, take the Oath of Allegiance.
Submit passport applications for family members.
Malta offers a favorable tax environment, including:
- No tax on income for non-residents.
- Non-domiciled residents are taxed only on income earned in or remitted to Malta.
- Global income tax applies only if Malta is the primary residence (tax rate up to 35%).
- No estate or gift taxes, but capital gains tax applies to various assets.
- Corporate tax rate: 35%, with exemptions for non-resident companies.
- VAT rate: 18%.
