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Must be over 18 years of age with no past criminal record, prosecution or charges. The investor must not be under any sanctions. Must not have faced visa rejections from countries that have visa-free agreements with Malta. Must be able to prove the legal source of the income.
The main applicant's spouse is eligible to apply for the citizenship of Malta. As per the law in Malta, a spouse is a person who is in an officially registered marriage or partnership with the main applicant. Also, a spouse can be in a de-facto relationship but should be able to prove the relationship with supporting documents. Malts also recognizes same-sex couples under its citizenship by investment program.
Children of investors who are unmarried or entirely financially dependent on the investor are eligible to apply for citizenship of Malta along with the principal applicant. Malta also allows children of the investor from previous marriages to apply for citizenship.
Parents and grandparents of the investor who are over 55 years of age and are fully financially dependent on the investor are also eligible to apply for citizenship in Malta along with the investor.
Malta Citizenship by Investment is a legal pathway for global high-net-worth individuals who fulfil mandatory investment, residency, and due diligence criteria successfully. These requirements include the following:
Applicants keen on availing of the Malta Citizenship by Investment program are required to fulfil the legal residence requirement in Malta for at least 12 months.
Individuals who apply for Malta citizenship through its citizenship program must contribute €750,000 after 12 months and €600,000 after 36 months to Malta’s National Development and Social Fund.
Global high-net-worth individuals can also buy property worth at least €700,000. They can also rent a property with a minimum annual rent of €16,000 for a period of 5 years.
Global high-net-worth individuals can also use the donation route by contributing €10,000 to a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) or society in Malta.
Global high-net-worth individuals must qualify for Maltese authorities' stringent due diligence process to be eligible for citizenship of Malta.
Investors who apply for Malta Citizenship by Investment are also eligible to apply for citizenship of Malta, including spouse, dependent children and dependent parents/grandparents.
Malta Citizenship by Investment program delivers a wide range of benefits to investors who successfully qualify for background verification. Benefits include visa-free travel, mobility across the EU, education and healthcare.
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Investors who obtain citizenship in Malta enjoy hassle-free living, working, and study rights across the EU without the need to manage additional permits.
The citizens of Malta enjoy easy mobility with visa-free travel access to 190 countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, and the Schengen zone.
Maltese passport holders, including the investors who obtain Malta Citizenship by Investment can easily reside in any of the Schengen countries, which includes non-EU states like Switzerland and Norway.
The citizens of Malta get access to quality and free healthcare under Malta’s national system. They can also easily avail themselves of treatment at premium private clinics across the EU.
The children of Maltese passport holders are eligible for private and public education in the English language at top schools and universities, with diplomas recognized in the EU, UK, and USA.
The citizens of Malta are allowed to incorporate their businesses across the European Union, giving them an opportunity to access the international market with the much-needed operational flexibility.
Malta does not require the new citizenship holders to relinquish their original passports as it provides dual citizenship. Investors who obtain Malta Citizenship by Investment can retain their original nationality, subject to the rules of their home country.
Individuals seeking Malta Citizenship by Investment are required to follow a strict structured legal process, which includes residency, investment, and due diligence procedures. The key steps to obtain the citizenship of Malta include the following:
Applicants who want to obtain citizenship in Malta must first choose a suitable investment route at their convenience, including contribution to the National Development and Social Fund, investment in property, renting a property, or donating to a registered NGO.
The next step in obtaining citizenship of Malta mandates the investors to legally reside in the country for a minimum of 12 months before applying for citizenship.
The next step involves appointing a government-approved agent to process their Malta citizenship application, from documentation to the final submission.
Applicants who wish to obtain citizenship of Malta must mandatorily clear the four-tier due diligence process to validate their background and source of funds.
Applicants who successfully clear the due diligence and evaluation processes obtain government approval, making them and their family members eligible for Maltese citizenship.
Given below are the documents needed to obtain Malta Citizenship-
Investors seeking Malta Citizenship by Investment can explore different investment options, including contribution to the National Development and Social Fund (NDSF), donation to a registered non-governmental organization, and purchasing or renting residential property in Malta.
The investors who want to get their residence permit must first obtain their residential address in Malta. The investors can rent a property for 1 to 3 years. The citizenship by investment mandates the investors to renew their rental agreement for a minimum amount of €16,000 annually for a period of at least 5 years.
| Expenses | 1 Year to Citizenship | 3 Years to Citizenship |
|---|---|---|
| Rental of a Property for Residency | €12,000+ | €36,000+ |
| Rental of a Property 5 Years for Citizenship | €80,000+ | €80,000+ |
| NDSF Contribution | €750,000 – Investor + €50,000 - Per family member |
€600,000 – Investor + €50,000 - Per family member |
| Charitable Donation | €10,000+ | €10,000+ |
| Eligibility Assessment | €15,000 - Investor + €10,000 - Per family member over 12 years of age |
€15,000 - Investor + €10,000 - Per family member over 12 of age |
| Residence Card Fee | €5,000 - Investor + €1,000 - Per family member |
€5,000 - Investor + €1,000 - Per family member |
| Administrative Fees | €1,500 - Per person | €1,500 - Per person |
| Health Insurance | €560+ | €560+ |
Investors planning to invest in real estate in Malta can do that with a minimum investment of €700,000. However, the investors must hold the investment for at least 5 years, from the date of obtaining the citizenship. Once the 5-year holding period expires, the investor can sell the property and manage the return on the investment.
| Type | 1 Year to Citizenship | 3 Years to Citizenship |
|---|---|---|
| Property Purchase | €700,000+ | €700,000+ |
| Stamp Duty of 5% | €35,000+ | €35,000+ |
| Notary Fees of up to 2% | Up to €14,000+ | Up to €14,000+ |
| NDSF Contribution | €750,000 - Investor + €50,000 - Per family member |
€600,000 - Investor + €50,000 - Per family member |
| Charitable Donation | €10,000+ | €10,000+ |
| Eligibility Assessment | €15,000 - Investor + €10,000 - Per family member over 12 years of age |
€15,000 - Investor + €10,000 - Per family member over 12 years of age |
| Residence Card Fee | €5,000 - Investor + €1,000 - Per family member |
€5,000 - Investor + €1,000 - Per family member |
| Administrative Fees | €1,500 - Per person | €1,500 - Per person |
| Health Insurance | €560+ | €560+ |
The expense for a family of 4, including the spouses and two children aged 9 years and 17 years include the following:
| Type | Real Estate | NDSF Contribution | Donation | Eligibility Assessment | Other Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Rent, Citizenship in 1 Year | €92,000+ | €92,000+ | €92,000+ | €92,000+ | €92,000+ | €92,000+ |
| Property Purchase, Citizenship in 1 Year | €749,000+ | €749,000+ | €749,000+ | €749,000+ | €749,000+ | €749,000+ |
| Property Rent, Citizenship in 3 Years | €116,000+ | €116,000+ | €116,000+ | €116,000+ | €116,000+ | €116,000+ |
| Property Purchase, Citizenship in 3 Years | €749,000+ | €750,000 | €10,000+ | €35,000 | €14,560+ | €1,558,560+ |
Malta Citizenship by Investment program is managed under various legal regulations, facilitating transparency and integrity. Applicants are mandated to adhere to the framework and fulfil the required criteria to qualify for Maltese citizenship.
Malta Citizenship by Investment program in the country is regulated under the Maltese Citizenship Act and the Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services Regulations.
Global investors who want to obtain citizenship of Malta must be ready to contribute €600,000 (after 36 months) or €750,000 (after 12 months) to Malta's National Development and Social Fund.
The applicants must be willing to buy property worth at least €700,000 or lease a residence at an annual rent of €16,000. However, the applicant must be ready to maintain both properties for a minimum period of five years.
It is mandatory for investors to stay legally in Malta for a period of 12 months before applying for citizenship.
Applicants keen to obtain Malta Citizenship by Investment are required to conduct an in-depth four-tier due diligence review to confirm eligibility and integrity.
Investors are required to furnish proof of health insurance coverage that is available to all applicants, including dependents.
The investors are required to submit Malta Citizenship by Investment through an agent licensed by the government to facilitate regulatory compliance.
Malta Citizenship by Investment program is governed by the Community Malta Agency, confirming the adherence to legal standards and application processing.
The time taken by applicants to appoint a government-authorized agent to facilitate their end-to-end processing, from application filing to check the eligibility criteria, documentation, and filing strategy, takes 1 to 2 weeks.
Collecting personal and financial documents, undergoing mandatory medical checks, and submitting the residency application to initiate the Malta Citizenship by Investment process takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete.
It depends on the investment chosen by the applicants - €750,000 for 12 months or €600,000 for 36 months. Once the applicants fulfil their residency period successfully, they are eligible to proceed with filing their citizenship application.
The government authorities conduct in-depth background checks to evaluate and validate the investors integrity and source of income before issuing a letter of approval, and this process takes 4 to 6 months to complete.
Once the citizenship application is approved, the applicants are required to take an oath of allegiance. Once this is done, they receive their Maltese passport, and the process takes 2 to 4 weeks to complete.
Enterworld ensures a simplified and hassle-free Malta Citizenship by Investment process. Our professional global consultants deliver expert guidance by helping the clients fulfil their legal compliance and receive their Maltese passports on time. Our support is comprehensive, covering all the stages of the Malta Citizenship by Investment process.
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