European Residency

There are a number of countries in Europe now offering golden investor visas that result in residency and potential citizenship of the EU. These programs allow individuals with high net-worth to live, work, study, and receive healthcare in their new country of residence. In recent years, private clients have become increasingly interested in the possibility of relocating to a suitable country or establishing multiple residences as part of their international planning.

Malta

Malta, is a European and Schengen island located in the central Mediterranean sea. Residency in Malta via any investment route provides secure permanent residence, enabling investors to live in Malta indefinitely.
As a Schengen Area Agreement participant, residents in this prime and safe EU country have eligibility to travel without a visa across Europe.

Country Overview

capital

Valetta

AREA

316 Km2

population

525,285

Language

Maltese
English

Min. investment

EUR 110,000

VISA-FREE

29 EU Countries

Timeframe

12 Months

Legal Basis

  1. Citizens of good standing and their families may be granted full Malta Permanent Residency under an amendment passed in November 2013 to the Maltese Citizenship Act, Chapter 188 of the Laws of Malta. Applicants are required to contribute to the economic development of Malta, to provide proof of one-year residence in Malta and proof of title of the residential property in Malta.

Advantages

  • Maltese residency gives you the right to live and study in Malta
  • Maltese permanent residents enjoy simplified work permit application processes.
  • Visa free travel within Schengen zone
  • No stay requirement
  • Entire family is eligible
  • Access to world-class universities offering low tuition fees.
  • Non-domiciled Maltese residents pay tax only on domestic earnings.

Main applicant

  • 18+ years of age
  • Good health
  • No criminal record
  • Successfully pass due diligence checks

Eligibility

DEPENDENTS

  • Spouse of the main applicant
  • Children of any age as long as they are not married 
  • Parents and grandparents

Cost

Residence rights are available through two investment routes. Both options carry a 5 years investment or rental term

OPTION 1:

Governmental contribution of EUR 68,000 + property purchase from EUR 300,000 in South Malta or Gozo or EUR 350,000 in popular coastal resorts.

OPTION 2:

Governmental contribution of EUR 98,000 + property rental of EUR 10,000 in South Malta and Gozo, or EUR 12,000 in the rest of the country.

OTHER FEES

Professional fees, official application forms, certification of citizenship and passport, courier & other disbursements are the only other costs associated. A detailed quotation with no hidden costs is provided for the specific case.

 

29 EU

COUNTRIES

Malta – Free Countries

* Visa on arrival

SCHENGEN AREA
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Monaco*
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • San Marino*
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Vatican City*