Key program details
Visa-free countries (after citizenship): 185
Visa-free access to EU/Schengen: Yes
Average processing time: 6-8 months
Minimum Investment: €169,000
Residency requirement: No physical Residency required.
Leads to citizenship: yes, after 5 years residence
Investment holding period: 5 years
Eligible Family Members:
- Spouse.
- Dependent children up to 29 years of age.
- Dependent Parents
- Dependent Grandparents
For personal assistance, contact us to schedule a free consultation. Our team will assess your eligibility and guide you through every stage of the application process.
Benefits of Malta Residency
- Free Travel Within the Schengen Area and the Right to Reside Indefinitely in Malta.
- Permanent residence in Malta is lifelong with proof of accommodation.
- Dependents Include: Spouse, Dependent (Unmarried) Children Up to 29 Age, Dependent Parents and Grandparents.
- Eligible To Apply for A Work Permit and Right to Establish a Business in Malta.
- High Standard Education and Healthcare System.
- A low-cost, tax-efficient jurisdiction.
- Short processing time.
- No minimum physical stay requirements in Malta.
- Path to Citizenship: Eligible to Apply for Citizenship in Malta After 5 Years Residence.
- Property Rental Flexibility: Property Owners May Now Rent Out Their Qualifying Property Temporarily When Not Residing in Malta. While Leaseholders Can Sublet the Property After 5 Years, With Landlord Consent.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a Non-EU/ EEA/SWISS Citizen.
- Must be at least over 18 years old.
- Be a good character with No Criminal Record.
- Not from one of the Sanctioned countries.
- Proof Of Assets: Demonstrate €500,000 EUR in total assets with 150,000 EUR in liquid financial assets or show 650,000 EUR in total assets with a reduced 75,000 EUR in financial assets.
Investment Options
Applicants must either purchase or rent a property in Malta.
Leasing option
The minimum annual price is €14,000 across both regions, for a minimum of 5 years.
In addition to €60,000 Non-refundable Administration fee (payable €15,000 on application and €45,000 after approval in principle) + €37,000 Government Contribution to the Maltese economy.
And a donation of €2,000 to a local philanthropic, cultural, scientific, artistic, sport or animal welfare NGO registered with the Commissioner of Voluntary Organizations.
Purchasing option
If purchasing, the minimum price is €375,000 nationwide, for a minimum of 5 years.
In addition to non-refundable administration fee €60,000 (payable €15,000 on application and €45,000 after approval in principle) + €37,000 government contribution to the Maltese economy.
And a donation of €2,000 to a local philanthropic, cultural, scientific, artistic, sport or animal welfare NGO registered with the Commissioner of Voluntary Organizations.
Application Process
Step-by-Step Application Procedure
- Engagement: Initial due diligence checks and Letter of engagement.
- Compilation & Submission: Collection of documents, preparations of forms, and submission of application to RMA.
- RMA Processing: start of Due diligence.
- Temporary residence card: Receiving 1-year temporary residency permit at the start of the process. If approved, it converts to PR. If rejected, the permit is revoked within 15 days.
- Approval: Issuance of a Letter of approval, payment of contribution, and fulfillment of the qualifying property.
- Permanent Residency: Issuance of Certificate of residence, Collection of biometric data in Malta, and Malta residence card issued.