Malta Residence Programme

The Residence Programme builds on the success of Malta’s reputation in attracting expatriates seeking an alternative residence base in a warm Mediterranean Island in the European Union.

• Capital City: Valletta – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s most charming capitals, known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural life.
• Languages: Maltese and English are both official languages, making communication easy for international residents. Italian is also widely understood.
• Time Zone: Central European Time (UTC+1) - Enjoy long sunny days and a Mediterranean lifestyle, with daylight saving time (UTC+2) in summer.
• Currency: Euro (€) – Seamless integration with the European economy and easy banking across the EU.
• Total Area: 316 km² – Compact and easy to explore, with everything from beaches to historic towns within reach.
• Population: Approx. 574,000 – A close-knit, welcoming community with a cosmopolitan vibe thanks to a growing expat population.
• Nearest Country: Italy – Just 80 km away from Sicily, perfect for weekend getaways and cultural crossover.
• Schengen Status: Full Member

• Indefinite Residence: the right to reside indefinitely in Malta.
• Include family members and domestic staff in one application.
• No minimum presence required.
• No tax on foreign-source income if not remitted to Malta.
• No tax on foreign-source capital gains, even if remitted to Malta.‍
• Special Tax Status : 15% Tax only on Malta-source income and capital gains and on foreign income only if remitted to Malta.
• No inheritance tax.
• No wealth taxation.

The Malta Residence Programme is governed by the Residence Programme Rules, 2013, which grant residency rights to EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who demonstrate economic self-sufficiency and establish a residence in Malta. Applicants must maintain a qualifying residential property either purchased or rented, on the islands of Malta or Gozo.

Eligibility for the Malta Residence Programme

• Open to EU nationals.
• Family applications allows, including:
• spouse, life partner.
• parents & grandparents of main applicant and spouse.
• brothers/sisters.
• dependent children up to 25 yrs.
• domestic staff.

Malta Residence Programme Costs & Requirements

• Applicant must be economically self-sufficient;
• A government application fee of €6.000.
• Applicants must purchase or rent a property;
• Applicants should have valid travel document;
• Applicants should have full EU health insurance cover;
• Annual cost: €15,000 tax, for the whole family covering the first €100,000 of foreign income remitted to Malta.