Malta
Malta
Malta Golden Visa
Visa-Free Schengen Travel
With the Malta Golden Visa, you can travel visa-free across all 27 Schengen countries, making business trips and vacations within Europe seamless and hassle-free.
Favorable Tax Environment
Malta offers an attractive tax regime with no worldwide income tax for non-domiciled residents. This makes it an excellent choice for investors looking to optimize their financial planning.
Pathway to Citizenship
After five years of residency, Malta offers a pathway to citizenship, granting you full EU citizenship rights, including the ability to live, work, and study anywhere within the European Union.
Family Inclusion
Your spouse, children, and even dependent parents can be included in the Golden Visa application, ensuring that your entire family benefits from EU residency and access to top-quality healthcare and education.
Flexible Residency Requirements
Malta's Golden Visa has no mandatory stay requirement, allowing you to maintain your lifestyle abroad while still enjoying the benefits of residency in an EU country.
High Quality of Life
Malta offers a high standard of living, excellent healthcare, and a warm Mediterranean climate, making it an ideal location for those seeking a safe, secure, and enjoyable lifestyle.
Investment Distribution
Real Estate Purchase
Real Estate Rental
Notary Fees & Application Fees
Investor
If the application includes minors or other dependents, all of the aforementioned documents (except for the marriage certificate) must also be submitted for them. Additionally, consent from the other parent is required, which must be notarized by Antigua & Barbuda notaries or certified by the relevant administrative authorities.
Spouse
If the application includes minors or other dependents, all of the aforementioned documents (except for the marriage certificate) must also be submitted for them. Additionally, consent from the other parent is required, which must be notarized by Antigua & Barbuda notaries or certified by the relevant administrative authorities.
Children
If the application includes minors or other dependents, all of the aforementioned documents (except for the marriage certificate) must also be submitted for them. Additionally, consent from the other parent is required, which must be notarized by Antigua & Barbuda notaries or certified by the relevant administrative authorities.
Parents
If the application includes minors or other dependents, all of the aforementioned documents (except for the marriage certificate) must also be submitted for them. Additionally, consent from the other parent is required, which must be notarized by Antigua & Barbuda notaries or certified by the relevant administrative authorities.
Investment Options
Real Estate Purchase
+€300.000
Alternatively, you can invest in Maltese real estate under the Malta Golden Visa Program, requiring a minimum property purchase of €300,000 in the south of Malta or Gozo, or €350,000 in the north or central regions. This investment allows you to secure EU residency while owning property in Malta, offering the potential for long-term value appreciation and a stable real estate market in key areas like Valletta and St. Julian’s.
In addition, government fees and legal costs apply based on the size of your investment and the number of applicants.
These typically include processing fees for family members, ensuring that your spouse, children, and even parents can benefit from Maltese residency and enjoy access to high-quality healthcare, education, and visa-free travel within the Schengen Area
Real Estate Purchase
+€150.000
lternatively, you can opt for the real estate rental option under the Malta Golden Visa Program, which requires a minimum annual rent of €10,000 in the south of Malta or Gozo, or €12,000 in the north or central regions. Renting a property offers a more flexible investment approach while still securing residency in Malta.
Similar to the purchase option, government fees and legal costs apply depending on the number of applicants. This includes processing fees for family members, allowing your spouse, children, and parents to benefit from Maltese residency and all the advantages of living in an EU country with excellent healthcare, education, and visa-free access to the Schengen Area.
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Due Diligence Process
Due Diligence is a crucial step in the Malta Permanent Residence Programme, determining whether the investor will be granted residency status. A certified Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer performs a preliminary Due Diligence check to mitigate the risk of rejection or future issues.
The officer reviews the investor’s information using the same databases as the Residency Malta Agency. This process is confidential and typically completed within one working day. Global Mobility Capital’s Compliance Department conducts these preliminary checks, reducing the rejection risk to 1%.
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Document Preparation and Submission
Global Mobility Capital’s legal team compiles a list of required documents and assists the investor with their preparation. The lawyers gather the investor’s financial history, translate documents into English, notarize copies, and ensure the correct completion of application forms.
Once the documents are ready, the lawyers submit them to the Residency Malta Agency. At this stage, the investor must pay a non-refundable administration fee of €10,000.
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Due Diligence by the Residency Malta Agency
The Residency Malta Agency conducts its comprehensive Due Diligence review. In some cases, the agency may request additional information regarding the investor’s business or finances. Global Mobility Capital lawyers will prepare the necessary documents, confirm them with the investor, and submit them to the agency. The Due Diligence process usually takes between four to eight months.
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Investment Fulfillment and Approval
Once the Residency Malta Agency approves the application, Global Mobility Capital receives the notice of approval. The investor must then fulfill the investment conditions within the stipulated time frame. The remaining €30,000 administration fee must be paid within two months of approval. The process of paying the contribution fee, making the required donation, and purchasing or renting property can take up to eight months. At the same time, the investor must secure medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 per person. Global Mobility Capital’s lawyers submit all supporting documents to the Residency Malta Agency once the conditions are met.
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Fingerprint in Malta
The investor and all family members included in the application must travel to Malta for fingerprinting at the Residency Malta Agency. Fingerprinting is done after the application has been approved, but it can be completed before all investment conditions are met.
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Final Review and Approval
The Residency Malta Agency reviews all additional documents submitted after the investment conditions have been fulfilled. Once reviewed, Global Mobility Capital receives the final approval, confirming that the applicants will receive their permanent residence cards.
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Issuance of Permanent Residence Cards
The Residency Malta Agency issues the Certificate of Residence and permanent residence cards, which are sent to Global Mobility Capital’s lawyers in Malta. The investor receives these documents via courier and does not need to visit Malta to collect them. The permanent residence card for adults is valid for five years, while minor applicants must renew the card when they turn 14 or 18 years old.
*For the first five years after obtaining permanent residence, the Residency Malta Agency will annually check whether the investor continues to meet the programme’s conditions, including renting or owning property in Malta and maintaining assets of €500,000.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Malta Golden Visa Program?
The Malta Golden Visa Program is a residency-by-investment initiative that allows non-EU nationals to obtain Maltese residency by making a qualified investment. It grants visa-free travel within the Schengen Area and offers the potential for permanent residency and citizenship.
What are the investment options for the Malta Golden Visa?
There are two main investment options: purchasing real estate with a minimum value of €300,000 (in the south of Malta or Gozo) or €350,000 (in the north or central Malta), or renting a property for a minimum of €10,000 per year in the south/Gozo or €12,000 per year in the north/central Malta.
How long does it take to get the Malta Golden Visa?
The application process typically takes around 4-6 months from submission of all required documents and completion of the investment. Once approved, the residence permit is valid for five years.
Can family members be included in the Malta Golden Visa application?
Yes, your spouse, dependent children, and parents can be included in the application. They will also receive Maltese residency and enjoy the same benefits, including visa-free travel in the Schengen Area.
Is there a path to Maltese citizenship through the Golden Visa?
Yes, after five years of continuous residency, applicants may be eligible to apply for permanent residency. After eight years of residency, they may apply for Maltese citizenship, subject to fulfilling legal and language requirements.
Do I have to live in Malta to maintain the Golden Visa?
No, Malta has no minimum stay requirement to maintain your Golden Visa. You can maintain your residency by visiting Malta periodically while fulfilling the program’s investment obligations.
What are the tax implications of holding a Malta Golden Visa?
Malta operates on a remittance-based tax system, meaning non-domiciled residents are only taxed on income generated in Malta or income remitted to Malta from abroad. This makes it an attractive option for international investors.
Can I rent out my property after purchasing it under the Malta Golden Visa?
Yes, after purchasing a property, you may rent it out to generate rental income, provided it complies with local laws and regulations. This is a popular option for investors seeking returns on their investment.
What happens if I sell my investment property?
To maintain the Golden Visa, you must hold the property or rental contract for at least five years. If you sell the property before this period, you must reinvest in another qualifying property or rental to retain your residency status.
What are the fees associated with the Malta Golden Visa?
In addition to the investment, government fees apply, including a €40,000 contribution to the government, a donation to a Maltese charity, and processing fees for family members. Despite these costs, the program offers significant benefits in terms of residency and visa-free travel.
The Malta Golden Visa Program is established under the Maltese Immigration Act (Chapter 217, Laws of Malta) and associated regulations. This program grants foreign nationals and their families a residence permit in Malta by fulfilling specific investment criteria, while also offering visa-free travel within the Schengen Area.
Under this program, foreign nationals must make an approved investment, either by purchasing real estate or renting property in Malta. The minimum property purchase requirement is €300,000 in the south of Malta or on Gozo, or €350,000 in the north or central regions of Malta. Alternatively, investors may opt to rent property with a minimum annual rental of €10,000 in the south or Gozo, or €12,000 in the north or central Malta. The investment must be verified and approved by Maltese authorities, specifically the Residency Malta Agency.
Investors are required to submit the necessary documents and follow legal procedures. The process for applying for a residence permit includes the following steps:
- Full copy of the passport: A certified copy of the applicant’s passport, confirming its validity, must be submitted.
- Residence permit application form: The official residence permit application form issued by the Residency Malta Agency must be thoroughly completed.
- Photograph: A recent biometric passport-sized photograph, taken within the last six months and meeting international standards, is required.
- Proof of financial status: The applicant must provide documents proving the source of funds and the adequacy of the investment, such as bank statements or tax returns.
- Title deed or rental agreement: For real estate investments, the title deed or notarized rental agreement must be submitted as proof of ownership or commitment.
- Medical report: A medical report verifying the applicant’s general health condition may be requested, which could include specific test results, such as HIV testing.
- Criminal record: A clean criminal record must be submitted, issued by the relevant authorities in the applicant’s country of residence or any country where they have resided in the past five years.
To expedite the process, investors may grant power of attorney to a legal representative in Malta. The initial residence permit is valid for five years and can be renewed for subsequent five-year periods, provided the investment is maintained.
The following additional documents must also be submitted when applying for a residence permit:
- Investment certificate: An official document confirming that the investment has been approved by the Maltese government.
- Tax number (TIN): A Maltese tax identification number must be obtained as part of the investment process.
- Documents for additional family members: If family members, such as a spouse or dependent children, are included, copies of their passports, criminal records, and health reports must also be submitted and notarized.
Applications are evaluated in accordance with Maltese Immigration Law and relevant regulations. Maintaining the investment is essential for the renewal of the residence permit. After five years, the investor may apply for permanent residency, and after eight years of continuous residency, they may become eligible for Maltese citizenship, provided they meet the legal and language requirements.