program
Minimum Investment
€680,000 Mixed Investment
Minimum Investment
N/A
Time to Citizenship
12-36 Months
Visa-free Access
160+ Countries & Territories
The Maltese Exceptional Investor Naturalisation Policy was launched by the government and started accepting applicants in 2020 after the Maltese Citizenship by Investment program was closed.
To be eligible to apply for this program you must be over 18 years old, in good health and without a criminal record.
In addition, you are required to make a combined investment in a real estate project, contribute to the government and invest in stocks, bonds or debentures.
The Maltese passport allows for visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to more than 180 countries and territories worldwide, including the European Union, the United Kingdom and Canada.
You can also enjoy the unrestricted right to live, work, study in the European Union and have access to world-class healthcare.
Malta has one of the lowest taxation rates in Europe with no foreign income tax, inheritance tax and withholding tax on interest earned.
As a citizen of Malta, you are also a citizen of the European Union and entitled to consular protection and support from any European union consulate globally.
You will be able to expand your business opportunities across all European Union countries and a market of over 500 million people.
There is no need to renounce your current citizenship(s), and your home authorities are not notified of your new citizenship.
MALTA | Citizenship by Investment
Citizens of good standing and their families may be granted full Malta Citizenship 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 residential property in Malta.
Main applicant
EUR 740,000
Each Dependent
EUR 50,000
Main applicant
EUR 590,000
Each Dependent
EUR 50,000
Minimum property investment
EUR 700,000
Property rent per annum
EUR 16,000
Contribution
EUR 10,000
Part Payment of non-refundable deposit for the Main Applicant
EUR 10,000
Residence Permit for the Main Applicant
EUR 5,000
Residence Permit for each additional dependent
EUR 1,000
Residency Card (Administrative Fee) for the Main Applicant
EUR 28
Residency Card (Administrative Fee) for each additional dependent
EUR 28
Due Diligence for the Main Applicant
EUR 10,000
Due Diligence for each additional dependent above the age of 12
EUR 10,000
Due Diligence for the Benefactor (if applicable)
EUR 15,000
Administrative fee for the Main Applicant
EUR 1,000
Administrative fee for each additional dependent
EUR 1,000
Administrative fee for the Benefactor (if applicable)
EUR 1,000
Application Process
12-36 months
PORTUGAL | RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENT
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries
160+ Countries & Territories
The Challenge
Our client, a Pakistani entrepreneur, had always dreamt of providing his family with a better future, both in terms of opportunities and quality of life. After hearing about Malta's Residency by Investment program, he decided to take action.
In 2022, he successfully secured residency for himself, his wife, and their elderly parents. This allowed them to live in Malta while enjoying the benefits of an EU residency. The program promised eventual citizenship after one year of residency, which was exactly what they hoped for.
However, shortly after they moved to Malta, the client's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. The news came as a shock, and the gravity of the situation hit hard. His mother, who had always been a source of strength for the family, now faced a life-threatening illness.
With her health at risk, the family’s immediate concern became securing the best possible treatment. This meant having access to world-class medical facilities without delay, as they didn’t have the luxury of time to wait for appointments or referrals.
The client knew that Malta's healthcare system was ranked among the best in Europe, but he wasn’t sure how quickly they could get the care his mother urgently needed. He reached out to us for guidance, hoping we could help expedite her treatment in this crucial time.
Our Solution
We immediately got to work, leveraging our extensive knowledge of Malta’s Residency by Investment program. Thanks to his status as a resident, our client had already been granted access to Malta's renowned healthcare system.
The country ranks 5th globally in healthcare quality according to the World Health Organization. It was a relief to know that his mother would receive top-notch treatment, but now we had to make the process as smooth and quick as possible.
We guided our client through the available healthcare options, helping him navigate the local medical landscape to ensure his mother could get the immediate care she required.
We recommended one of the top breast care clinics in Malta, known for its cutting-edge treatments and specialized care. She was able to get an immediate consultation, and the team quickly devised a treatment plan to address her condition.
During this time, our client’s family was in the process of completing their citizenship application, which they were eligible for after just one year of residency. As soon as they were granted citizenship, our client and his parents could travel across Europe more easily. This proved invaluable when the family made the decision to seek additional treatment in France, one of the leading countries in cancer care.
The Result
With the support of Malta’s exceptional healthcare system, the client’s mother successfully completed her treatment. Now fully recovered, the family has returned to Malta, enjoying the security of citizenship, access to free public healthcare, and the social benefits of living in a safe and vibrant country.
Why Choose Malta Citizenship?
Malta's Citizenship by Investment program offers a multitude of advantages that make it an ideal choice for investors and their families:
Investment Requirements:
Content
Length
4 pages
Language
English & Arabic
size
1 mb
CAPITAL
Valletta
TOTAL AREA
316 km²
POPULATION
436,947
LANGUAGE(S)
Maltese, English
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 0.92 EUR
GDP – PER CAPITA (2022)
USD 34,127
GDP – TOTAL (2022)
USD 18.13 billion
The small historic island of Malta lies in the heart of the Mediterranean. The country has a very rich history with a great number of historic sites related to its succession of leaders including from the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Moors, Normans, French and British. After 160 years of British rules, The Country obtained its independence in 1964.
Malta is an island in Southern Europe. It is the largest and most populous of the three major islands that constitute the Maltese Archipelago. The island is situated in the Mediterranean Sea, directly south of Italy and north of Libya.
MALTA | Citizenship by Investment