MALTA

CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT

The Malta Citizenship by Investment Program provides foreign individuals and their families the opportunity to obtain Maltese citizenship through a naturalisation certificate by directly investing in the country. The program is regulated under the Maltese Citizenship Act Cap. 188 and the Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Regulations (S.L. 188.06). Successful applicants contribute to Malta's economic growth and development.

CITIZENSHIP INVEST IS GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZED

Citizenship Invest is a government-authorized firm for obtaining Malta citizenship and a passport. The company has a track record of success and extensive experience processing a large volume of cases for governments. With a lifetime commitment to clients, we served families and individuals from over 85 countries around the globe to obtain citizenship by investment.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

In 2020, an amendment to the Maltese Citizenship Act introduced the possibility of acquiring Maltese citizenship through investment. The amendment led to the promulgation of the "Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services Regulations" (Legal Notice 437 of 2020), which allow individuals of high net worth and good reputations to obtain Maltese citizenship by investing in the country. Successful applicants are granted a Malta passport and enjoy all the benefits of Maltese citizenship. However, direct investment applications are limited to a maximum of 400 per year and 1,500 in total.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

SIMPLE PROCESS
Fast-Track European Citizenship

Malta Citizenship by Investment grants you fast-track residence card within the Schengen region for three weeks while waiting for the Citizenship issuance.

It typically takes between 14 and 38 months from the date of original residency to obtain a naturalisation certificate.

Family Benefits
The application for one person may include dependents such as a spouse, unmarried and financially dependent children under 28, and dependent parents over 55.

Access to world-class healthcare and education: Malta has a highly regarded healthcare system and an excellent education system with internationally recognised qualifications.
GLOBAL MOBILITY
REPUTABLE PASSPORT

Malta passport holders can enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 184 destinations, including Canada and the EU.

The right to live, work, or study in any of the EU's 28 member countries, including Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. English-speaking Malta also opens a world of new opportunities for you and your family.

BUSINESS & FAMILY
Elite Program

Malta's Citizenship by Investment program has the world's strictest due diligence standards, ensuring only reputable applicants.

Moreover, Malta is an attractive place to live or own a second home, strategically located with excellent air links and an English-speaking country and workforce.

Malta Passport holders can easily establish businesses, open bank accounts, and expand investments globally.

Malta also has double taxation treaties with about 60 countries and is one of the leading financial service centres globally.

MALTA PASSPORT VISA-FREE TRAVEL

The Maltese Passport Allows Visa-Free Travel Or Visa-On-Arrival To 184 Countries Including Schengen, UK, USA, And Canada.

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The Maltese Passport Allows Visa-Free Travel Or Visa-On-Arrival To 184 Countries Including Schengen, UK, USA, And Canada.

AMERICAS
  • Antigua & Barbuda
    Argentina
    Bahamas
    Barbados
    Belize
    Bolivia*
    Brazil
    Canada
    Chile
    Colombia
    Costa Rica
    Dominica
    Dominican Republic
    Ecuador
    El Salvador
    Grenada
    Guatemala
    Haiti
    Honduras
    Jamaica
    Mexico
    Nicaragua
    Panama
    Paraguay
    Peru
    St. Kitts & Nevis
    St. Lucia
    St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    Suriname*
    Trinidad and Tobago
    Uruguay
    USA
    Venezuela
AFRICA
  • Botswana
    Burkina Faso*
    Cape Verde*
    Comoros*
    Djibouti*
    Egypt*
    Gambia
    Guinea-Bissau*
    Lesotho*
    Madagascar*
    Malawi*
    Mauritania*
    Mauritius
    Morocco
    Mozambique*
    São Tomé and Príncipe
    Senegal
    Seychelles
    South Africa
    Swaziland
    Tanzania
    Togo*
    Tunisia
    Uganda
    Zambia
    Zimbabwe
EUROPE
  • Albania
    Andorra
    Austria
    Belgium
    Bosnia & Herzegovina
    Bulgaria
    Croatia
    Cyprus
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    Estonia
    Finland
    France
    Georgia
    Germany
    Greece
    Hungary
    Iceland
    Ireland (Rep.)
    Italy
    Latvia
    Liechtenstein
    Lithuania
    Luxembourg
    Macedonia (FYROM)
    Moldova
    Monaco
    Montenegro
    Netherlands
    Norway
    Poland
    Portugal
    Romania
    San Marino
    Serbia
    Slovakia
    Slovenia
    Spain
    Sweden
    Switzerland
    Ukraine
    United Kingdom
    Vatican City
ASIA
  • Armenia
    Bahrain*
    Bangladesh*
    Brunei
    Cambodia*
    Hong Kong*
    Indonesia
    Iran*
    Israel
    Japan
    Jordan*
    Kazakhstan
    Kyrgyzstan
    Laos*
    Lebanon*
    Macau*
    Malaysia
    Maldives*
    Nepal*
    Oman*
    Palestinian Territories
    Philippines
    Singapore
    South Korea
    Tajikistan*
    Thailand*
    UAE
OCEANIA
  • Fiji
    Kiribati
    Marshall Islands
    Micronesia
    New Zealand
    Palau
    Papua New Guinea*
    Samoa
    Solomon Isl.*
    Timor-Leste
    Tonga
    Tuvalu
    Vanuatu
E-VISA
  • Australia
    Azerbaijan
    Gabon
    India
    Kenya
    Kuwait
    Myanmar
    Sri Lanka
    Turkey

* VISA ON ARRIVAL
The list of countries is subject to variations depending on each government's policy and so is access to these countries.
Note: According to UK policy, you can stay in the UK for up to 6 months per year.

INVESTMENT TYPE & COST

Investors need to make ALL of the following investments to acquire citizenship through Malta Citizenship by Investment Program:

NON-REFUNDABLE CONTRIBUTION

NON-REFUNDABLE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION

The contribution goes to the Malta National Development and Social Fund Investment.

  • Contribution to the National Development & Social Fund (after completing 3 years of residency) 600,000 EUR
  • Contribution to the National Development & Social Fund (after completing 1 years of residency) 750,000 EUR
  • Required Contribution for spouses and children 50,000 EUR
  • Required Contribution for dependent parents 50,000 EUR

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

RENTAL OR PURCHASE

In addition to the non-refundable financial contribution, Real Estate investment is required.

  • Property Purchase 700,000 EUR
  • Minimum Property Annual Rent 16,000 EUR

Investment in Real Estate should either be a property acquisition or a property rental for 5 years

CHARITABLE DONATION

A PHILANTHROPIC CONTRIBUTION TO A REGISTERED NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATION

In addition to a non-refundable contribution to the national fund and a real estate investment, a philanthropic donation to a registered non-governmental organisation or society approved by the Community Malta Agency is required.

  • Minimum Donation Amount 10,000 EUR

Other Costs

In addition to the required investment, there are other costs for the Maltese citizenship program, which are Citizenship Invest professional fees, documents certifications when applicable, courier fees, and other small disbursements. Please get in touch with us if you wish to receive a detailed quotation outlining all costs.

DUE DILIGENCE AND BACKGROUND CHECKS

Applicable to all investment options

Background checks are required and paid for by the government to ensure the integrity of the Malta Citizenship by Investment program. The government appoints a preferred due diligence agency, which conducts checks using different international and local sources, such as Interpol, World-Check, and other governmental entities.
As part of the process, applicants must submit documents such as passports, birth certificates, and bank statements, and the agency thoroughly checks each applicant's past to ensure they are of good character and pose no threat to Malta's security.

Due Diligence Fees

  • Main Applicant 15,000 USD
  • Spouse 10,000 USD
  • Children aged 28 and parents above 55 10,000 USD

INVESTMENT SECURITY

Malta's Citizenship by Investment program is an exceptional choice due to the security protocols it provides. The program has a proven track record of attracting famous investors, and Citizenship Invest is helping thousands of families each month to secure their future through this program.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE

  • WEEK
    1

    Client Onboarding and Document Collection

    Signing of Citizenship Invest (CI) Retainer Agreement and making the first Professional Fees payment.


    Signing of POA and applying for insurance.


    WEEK
    1

  • MONTH
    1

    Starting the Process

    Travel to Malta: The main applicant and all adult dependents must travel to Malta to initiate the process of obtaining a Malta passport through citizenship by investment.


    Residency Application: To continue the Malta naturalisation process, submit the residency application and pay the government application fees.


    Residency Cards Issuance: The immigration office will issue residency cards within 15 days of applying.


    Valid E-Residency Card: The e-residency card obtained through Malta Individual Investor Program (MIIP) is valid for 18 months.


    Property Acquisition: CI will assist you in acquiring a property that meets your requirements as part of the citizenship investment program.


    Complete Application Submission: Citizenship Invest will compile the complete file required for the submission of the full application for Malta citizenship by investment.


    MONTH
    1

  • MONTH
    4

    Process Completion

    The Community Malta Agency examines the application, the source of funds, and conducts background checks, then issues a letter of eligibility approval.


    Citizenship Application: Submit the citizenship application and ensure that the due diligence process is updated.


    Approval in Principle: Once the due diligence is cleared, obtain approval in principle, and invest.


     


    MONTH
    4

  • YEAR
    1

    Oath of Allegiance: After the investment, client takes the oath of allegiance.


    Certificate of Naturalization: After taking the oath, the certificate of naturalisation is issued


    Malta Passport is issued.


    YEAR
    1

The estimated processing time for Malta citizenship by investment program depends on the due diligence processing time and the specific case.

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Malta Citizenship Brochure

  • Program Overview
  • Citizenship Law
  • Country profile
  • Benefits of the program
  • Applicants Qualifications
  • Investment requirements
  • Application Fees
  • Document Checklist
  • List of countries Visa free and on arrival
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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Age

The applicant must be at least 18 years old and provide evidence of a clean criminal history.

Health

Applicants must maintain good health and possess a global health insurance policy.

Legitimate Budget

Specifying a legitimate connection to Malta is also a must, which can be demonstrated through property ownership or rental, or by making a non-refundable contribution to the National Development and Social Fund.

Qualified Investment

Making a qualifying investment must, which can encompass various forms such as real estate acquisition, financial instrument investment, or a donation to the National Development and Social Fund.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Citizenship Invest provides personalized assistance throughout the application process, including a dedicated Document Collection Specialist to simplify the process. We also seek to obtain the necessary documents without clients' involvement if requested. However, the list below serves as a guideline, and we create a customized checklist for each case to make the document-gathering process stress-free.

  • International passports and foreign residence cards.
  • Evidence of dependency.
  • An electronic identity registration form.
  • Application forms for naturalization.
  • A health insurance policy.
  • A medical report, as well as an original birth record or certified duplicate of birth certificates.
  • For applicants over the age of 16, a clean criminal record from both their country of origin and their country of residence (if different).
  • Submit original bank statements as proof of financial resources.
  • Provide a statement detailing your annual income and wealth information.
  • Provide complete details about your family, education, and previous employment.
  • Submit evidence of your residential address.
  • Include an updated curriculum vitae.
  • Write a residency proposal letter.
  • Original marriage record excerpt or attested copy of marriage certificates.
  • Attested copy of divorce certificate (if applicable).

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions
The Malta Citizenship by Investment Program offers citizenship through investment. You must make a non-refundable investment in the National Development and Social Fund (NDSF) at least €600,000 plus €50,000 per dependent (residency 36 months) or €750,000 plus €50,000 per dependent (residency 12 months). This must be made within four months of being issued a citizenship Malta Letter of Approval in Principle. Also, you must buy a residential property worth €700,000 or rent a property for €16,000 per annum for 5 years. In addition to this, once a Malta investment citizenship applicant is approved in principle, he or she must donate at least €10,000 to a local non-profit organization. Requirements must be met before obtaining citizenship.
Investing in the Malta Citizenship program has numerous benefits. Firstly, you can obtain Maltese citizenship and an EU passport after 12 months of the candidate holding the residency in Malta for more than 12 to 36 months (depending on which option they previously selected) he or she is eligible to formally apply for citizenship . The passport provides unrestricted access to the EU. Dual citizenship is also allowed. Secondly, it offers business, study, and relocation opportunities for investors and their children in the EU. Thirdly, it provides a stable economy and a quick process. Lastly, you can obtain citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services through a minimum investment of €600,000.
The processing time for obtaining Malta Citizenship through investment varies based on the applicant's situation. If the applicant already has Maltese residency, the minimum period required for citizenship is 12 months. The processing time for Maltese citizenship by investment ranges from 12 to 18 months. The program involves strict due diligence processes, and all applications undergo a thorough examination before proceeding. The Malta Residency by Investment Program can also lead to citizenship if the applicant meets eligibility requirements.
Living in Malta is not mandatory to obtain Malta Citizenship through investment. However, applicants must meet a 12-month residency requirement if they do not already have Maltese residency. They can apply for a residence permit, granting them permission to stay in the country and travel freely within the Schengen Area of Europe. Furthermore, applicants must purchase real estate worth at least €700,000 or rent a property for at least €16,000 annually. Once they fulfil the eligibility criteria, applicants can submit their citizenship by investment application to the Community Malta Agency.
The success rate of obtaining Malta Citizenship through investment can vary depending on the applicant's background, eligibility, and application strength. However, if an applicant meets all the requirements and follows the proper procedures, the chances of success are generally high. It's essential to work with an experienced and trustworthy company like Citizenship Invest to guide you through the process and ensure your application is well prepared.
Malta's Citizenship by Investment program carries numerous risks that applicants should be aware of. These risks include the possibility of having their application rejected if they fail to meet the program's requirements or submit an incomplete application. The Maltese government conducts extensive due diligence checks on applicants and their families, which can result in application denial if any issues are uncovered, such as a criminal record or questionable financial history. Additionally, changes to the program's regulations, fees, or procedures can occur anytime, potentially impacting an applicant's eligibility or application success. The application process can also be time-consuming, often taking several months or more to complete, with potential delays and uncertainties. To mitigate these risks, it's crucial to seek the help of an experienced company that can guide the process.
Yes, it is possible to obtain Malta Citizenship through investment while maintaining citizenship of another country. Malta allows dual citizenship, meaning an individual can simultaneously hold citizenship of Malta and another country.
Malta's non-domicile residence taxation system implies foreigners are taxed only on income and capital gains in Malta, not worldwide income. Tax rates range from 0% to 30%, and capital gains are taxed at 8%. Malta Citizenship by Investment Program has no specific tax implications, but applicants must follow Malta's tax laws.

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