Malta Holding Company

Malta enjoys a stable political climate and a bi-partisanpolitical scene that is largely convergent on issues ofnational and economic importance. The country isconsidered to be one of the best performing Eurozoneeconomies, with a steady economic growth and a lowunemployment rate. Malta has been a member of the EU since 2004 and of theSchengen Area since 2007. Malta Holding Companies are typically used for holding ofshares in other companies to own, manage, as well as,administer property, patents, copyrights and other tangibleassets.

HOLDING PERIOD: No Minimum Holding Period
TAX SYSTEM: EU Approved
CAPITAL DUTY: None
CURRENCY: Euro €
DOUBLE TAX TREATY: Extensive double tax treaty network
CAPITAL GAINS EXEMPTION: On certain transfer of shares & immovable property
TIMEZONE: Central European Time Zone (UTC+01:00)
NO WITHOLDING TAX: On outbound dividends, interest or royalties

• Easy same day incorporation;
• Notary and court process are not required;
• Presence is not required;
• Relatively low establishment and operating costs;
• Any currency can be used for capital.

Malta Holding Companies are incorporated in terms ofthe Malta Companies Act, which is the principal piece ofcorporate law in Malta. The Act is predominantly basedon common law principles, and is also in line with EUDirectives. Holding Companies are onshore entities setup aspartnerships or limited liability companies - the latter beingthe most popular corporate entities, due to their flexibilityand tax efficiency.

• Minimum initial share capital which should be paid up is €1,250;
• Appointment of the Malta local director and company secretary;
• Minimum number of shareholders should be 1;
• Applicant should have all company formation documents;
• Appointment of an auditor