This page aims to be a portal for investors from Brazil seeking to invest, trade or relocate to Malta.
Malta-Brazil Relations
Brazil and Malta established diplomatic relations in 1975. The reciprocal interest in enhancing political dialogue materialized in 2016 with the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Conduct of Bilateral Relations and in 2018 with the holding of the first Political Consultation Meeting in Valletta, Malta's capital.
In 2021, the Malta-Brazil trade flow reached $ 149.1 million (a 22.8% increase compared to 2020), with exports of $ 135.8 million (a 24.8% increase), imports of $ 13.3 million (a 5.6% increase), and a Brazilian surplus of $ 122.5 million. Brazil’s main exports to Malta are petroleum fuel oils. Among the imports, diodes, transistors and medical devices stand out.
Malta for Brazilians
Malta offers significant advantages to Brazilian entrepreneurs, high net worth individuals and investors seeking safe yet attractive business environment and a cost-effective yet high quality European / Mediterranean lifestyle and free movement within the European Union and the Schengen Area.
Brazilians taking up residence in Malta
More easily, Brazilian families can apply for a Permanent Residence permit that does not require annual renewal or any minimum presence every year. Only after receiving the in-principal approval, the investor must pay a one-time government fee of €70,000 if the investor buys a property (minimum €300,000) or €100,000 if the applicant rents a property (€10,000 per year). In both cases, the property must be kept for just 5 years with no further obligations after that. Applications can include up to 4 generations of the family, including the main applicant and the spouse, parents and grand-parents of both, and financially dependent children with no age limitations.
Brazilians Buying Property in Malta
Brazilian citizens are increasingly buying property in Malta. Brazilian families relocating to Malta and taking up a job in Malta, typically start by renting a property in Malta but eventually familiarise enough with the Maltese property market to get on the property ladder. More and more of our Brazilian clients buy a second home, a holiday home or a buy-to-let investment property in Malta. A Brazilian citizen can buy property in Malta without any limitation within specially designated areas, and would be able to obtain a special permit (an Acquisition of Immovable Property / AIP permit) to buy property in other areas.
Maltese citizenship for Brazilian investors
After holding a Maltese residence Malta for 3 years, investors who pass a high standard of background checks may make an exceptional direct investment that qualifies for naturalisation as a Maltese citizen.
Brazilians setting up a business in Malta
The Maltese economy is one of the fastest growing economies of the European Union.Malta has experienced exponential growth and presented opportunities for startups, innovation businesses, sustainable businesses to flourish in Malta and within the EU. Limited liability companies pay 35% tax on company profits but shareholders often qualify from a refund of 30%, reducing the effective Malta tax rate on company profits.
Brazilians setting up a European rep office in Malta
For the international business, Malta acts as the European platform for international activities, providing a business-friendly environment, legal certainty, high-level professional advisors, a skilled workforce and a lower overall cost of operating.
Brazilians setting up a Holding Company in Malta
A full member of the European Union, the Island Republic of Malta acts as a European gateway to opportunities presented by the opening Latin American markets. The Maltese holding company is an established method of acquiring participations in companies around the world, and holding real estate, investment portfolios and other high-value assets internationally. Maltese companies benefit from a tax exemption on dividends and capital gains on the transfer of shares in subsidiaries.
Brazilians taking up a job in Malta
Brazilian families can relocate to Malta on a work permit by demonstrating skills that are not available in Malta or other European countries. Senior positions may qualify for a fast-track work permit under the Key Employee Initiative. More senior company executives in some sectors benefit from personal tax incentives for highly skilled persons.
Brazilians Studying in Malta
Malta is a safe, English-speaking place for young and mature Brazilians to study English as a foreign language, or to attend Maltese or international universities on various international campuses present in Malta. English is an official language of Malta and is widely spoken, being the language of education, business and government communication.
Our Brazil -Malta lawyers and tax advisors
Our Brazil team enjoys a wealth of experience in assisting transactions between the two friendly nations. Our multi-disciplinary team of lawyers, accountants, financial advisors and relocation specialists have assisted Brazilian clients take up alternative residence in Malta for business, study or tax purposes. We have advised Brazilian nationals on the tax benefits of taking up residence in Malta, investing in property in Malta and of basing their international business activities in the Mediterranean Island of the European Union.
This page aims to be a portal for investors from Brazil seeking to invest, trade or relocate to Malta.
Malta-Brazil Relations
Brazil and Malta established diplomatic relations in 1975. The reciprocal interest in enhancing political dialogue materialized in 2016 with the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Conduct of Bilateral Relations and in 2018 with the holding of the first Political Consultation Meeting in Valletta, Malta's capital.
In 2021, the Malta-Brazil trade flow reached $ 149.1 million (a 22.8% increase compared to 2020), with exports of $ 135.8 million (a 24.8% increase), imports of $ 13.3 million (a 5.6% increase), and a Brazilian surplus of $ 122.5 million. Brazil’s main exports to Malta are petroleum fuel oils. Among the imports, diodes, transistors and medical devices stand out.
Malta for Brazilians
Malta offers significant advantages to Brazilian entrepreneurs, high net worth individuals and investors seeking safe yet attractive business environment and a cost-effective yet high quality European / Mediterranean lifestyle and free movement within the European Union and the Schengen Area.
Brazilians taking up residence in Malta
More easily, Brazilian families can apply for a Permanent Residence permit that does not require annual renewal or any minimum presence every year. Only after receiving the in-principal approval, the investor must pay a one-time government fee of €70,000 if the investor buys a property (minimum €300,000) or €100,000 if the applicant rents a property (€10,000 per year). In both cases, the property must be kept for just 5 years with no further obligations after that. Applications can include up to 4 generations of the family, including the main applicant and the spouse, parents and grand-parents of both, and financially dependent children with no age limitations.
Brazilians Buying Property in Malta
Brazilian citizens are increasingly buying property in Malta. Brazilian families relocating to Malta and taking up a job in Malta, typically start by renting a property in Malta but eventually familiarise enough with the Maltese property market to get on the property ladder. More and more of our Brazilian clients buy a second home, a holiday home or a buy-to-let investment property in Malta. A Brazilian citizen can buy property in Malta without any limitation within specially designated areas, and would be able to obtain a special permit (an Acquisition of Immovable Property / AIP permit) to buy property in other areas.
Maltese citizenship for Brazilian investors
After holding a Maltese residence Malta for 3 years, investors who pass a high standard of background checks may make an exceptional direct investment that qualifies for naturalisation as a Maltese citizen.
Brazilians setting up a business in Malta
The Maltese economy is one of the fastest growing economies of the European Union.Malta has experienced exponential growth and presented opportunities for startups, innovation businesses, sustainable businesses to flourish in Malta and within the EU. Limited liability companies pay 35% tax on company profits but shareholders often qualify from a refund of 30%, reducing the effective Malta tax rate on company profits.
Brazilians setting up a European rep office in Malta
For the international business, Malta acts as the European platform for international activities, providing a business-friendly environment, legal certainty, high-level professional advisors, a skilled workforce and a lower overall cost of operating.
Brazilians setting up a Holding Company in Malta
A full member of the European Union, the Island Republic of Malta acts as a European gateway to opportunities presented by the opening Latin American markets. The Maltese holding company is an established method of acquiring participations in companies around the world, and holding real estate, investment portfolios and other high-value assets internationally. Maltese companies benefit from a tax exemption on dividends and capital gains on the transfer of shares in subsidiaries.
Brazilians taking up a job in Malta
Brazilian families can relocate to Malta on a work permit by demonstrating skills that are not available in Malta or other European countries. Senior positions may qualify for a fast-track work permit under the Key Employee Initiative. More senior company executives in some sectors benefit from personal tax incentives for highly skilled persons.
Brazilians Studying in Malta
Malta is a safe, English-speaking place for young and mature Brazilians to study English as a foreign language, or to attend Maltese or international universities on various international campuses present in Malta. English is an official language of Malta and is widely spoken, being the language of education, business and government communication.
Our Brazil -Malta lawyers and tax advisors
Our Brazil team enjoys a wealth of experience in assisting transactions between the two friendly nations. Our multi-disciplinary team of lawyers, accountants, financial advisors and relocation specialists have assisted Brazilian clients take up alternative residence in Malta for business, study or tax purposes. We have advised Brazilian nationals on the tax benefits of taking up residence in Malta, investing in property in Malta and of basing their international business activities in the Mediterranean Island of the European Union.