Malta

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MALTA CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT

Malta's citizenship by investment initiative stands out as a highly coveted choice for entrepreneurs, investors, and families seeking the exceptional advantages of EU citizenship, coupled with a prime Mediterranean setting and an opulent island lifestyle near the French Riviera.

Introduced in late 2014, the current Malta citizenship by investment program maintains an annual cap, accommodating only 400 carefully chosen candidates. Aspiring individuals aiming to capitalize on the ultimate EU Plan B must act decisively and demonstrate a commitment to success.

Discover the advantages:

Malta (EU) Citizenship: Obtain Maltese Citizenship after three years of residency or, by exception, after one year of residency, depending on the selected investment value, granting you access to all the rights and privileges of EU citizenship.

  • Visa-Free Travel Worldwide: Enjoy visa-free access to over 182 countries worldwide, facilitating hassle-free travel for business or leisure purposes.

  • Entire Family Eligibility: Include your spouse, children, and parents in the citizenship application, ensuring that your entire family can benefit from the advantages of Maltese citizenship.

  • Dual Citizenship: Malta allows for dual citizenship, providing flexibility and expanded opportunities for international travel, investment, and lifestyle choices.

      • Option 1 / €600,000 / €750,000 – Non-refundable Government fund contribution

    • €600,000 – Standard Option. Investors must hold residency for three years before applying for citizenship

    • €750,000 – By exception Investors must hold residency for one year before applying for citizenship

      • Option 2 / €80,000 / €700,000 – Rent or real estate purchase

    • €700,000 – Minimum real estate purchase value

    • €80,000 – Rental for five years. Should the investor reside on a rental basis, they must lease a property for at least five years at a minimum of €16,000 per annum

      • Additionally, a €10,000 donation to a registered and compliant NGO is mandatory.

    Requirements

    Due Diligence: Malta upholds stringent due diligence standards, employing a four-tier process paired with a risk matrix. Applicants must provide proof of a clean legal record from every country where they have resided for at least one year, including details of employment, business ownership, banking activities, and any additional documentation requested. The source and legality of the applicant's/family's wealth must also be established, ensuring compliance with legal and tax regulations.

    Commitment: Malta's Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) requires applicants to demonstrate their value to the Maltese community. Initially, the program grants a 3-year residency, which can later be converted to citizenship upon successful completion of the residency period. Citizenship can also be expedited following a 1-year residency grant through the program's Fast Track option.

    All applicants must donate €10,000 to a registered charitable organization.

    Physical Residency: All applicants must physically reside in Malta during the residency period, commencing from the issuance of the residency permit.

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