Allows visa-free travel to 182 destinations including EU, UK, Canada, USA and Japan
Freedom to work and study; security within the social and legal system of the EU
Maltese citizens have the right to receive education in any other country of the European Union and the United Kingdom under the same conditions as EU citizens.
Maltese passport can be extended to your parents older than 55, minor children and unmarried dependent children up to 27 years old.
Citizenship can be extended to your family, descendants and future generations
The only requirement is for one visit every 5 years.
No language proficiency or history of Malta examination
Property in Malta can be completely exempt from taxes if sold after 5 years. No inheritance or net worth/wealth taxes.
Low corporate tax rate and soft loans for start-ups and established businesses.
Upon submission of the citizenship application, a residency card will be issued within 3 weeks. The Maltese passport is issued in 12 months from the date of issuance of the residency card.
Day 0
An application is formally submitted to Identity Malta with the essential supporting documents (evidence of source of funds is required to be presented as well). Payments due now include the due diligence fees, passport fees and a deposit of €10,000 (partial payment towards contribution to the Government of Malta).
Upon submission of the citizenship application to Identity Malta Agency, a residency card will be issued within 3 weeks. The residency card immediately grants free mobility within the Schengen area for a period of 18 months.
Day 90
Identity Malta confirms if documentation submitted met all of the requirements, subject to further verifications within another month (if required).
Day 120
In Principle Approval is a formal document issued by Identity Malta which confirms that the applicants passed a comprehensive due diligence procedure and gives a "green light" to complete the remaining steps of obtaining their Citizenship by Invetsment Programme.
Day 125
Formal Request for Contribution: Identity Malta requests payment of remaining balance of the contribution, deducting a payment made on submission of the application.
Day 145
Deadline for paying balance of contribution.
Day 240
Final Compliance: Applicant must provide an evidence of property purchase or rental for a period of 5 years plus €150,000 investment in government bonds. We will help you to choose the best property option and assist with investing in bonds or shares approved by the Maltese Government.
Applicants must visit Malta in order to receive Certificates of Naturalisation and take their Oath of Allegiance at their naturalization ceremony. Applicants will then receive their biometric passports within 60 days.
Malta Individual Investor Programme is the official Programme offered by the Government of Malta
The largest banks of Malta guarantee to fulfill their obligations to the investors
Preparation and verification of documents by certified lawyers
Individual approach to choosing the Programme that suits your individual needs. Guiding the process of obtaining your Citizenship or Residency Card
Feel free to ask our expert!