Malta Citizenship by Investment - RIF Trust

176

visa-free countries

€600,000

minimum requirement

16-18

months processing time

Malta Citizenship by Investment is a stable CBI due to its high due diligence standards.

With its pro-business government, creating a company in Malta is straightforward, and the company’s legislation and tax system are amongst the most progressive in Europe.

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Benefits of Malta Citizenship

Malta has been an EU member since 2004, and the Schengen area since 2007. It enjoys a stable political climate and a low risk of financial instability.

Situated in the Mediterranean Sea, Malta's laid-back island lifestyle allows you to bask in an average of 300 days of sunshine.

With a Maltese passport, you'll be able to enjoy visa-free travel to 176 countries, including the UK and the US.

Malta is an island group which is an excellent place to raise families.

Who Can Get Malta Citizenship

  • Firstly, over 18 years old
  • Next, have a clean criminal record
  • Then, be of good character
  • Lastly, have a clean bill of health

  • First, over 18 years old
  • Also, have a clean criminal record
  • In addition, be of good character
  • Finally, have a clean bill of health

  • Firstly, under the age of 29
  • Secondly, unmarried

  • Over 55

Malta Citizenship Programme Requirements

To apply for the Malta Citizenship by Investment Programme, you must fulfil ONE of the following investment options AND other requirements:

OPTION 1. Malta Exceptional Investor Naturalization (MEIN) in 12 Months

The first Maltese Citizenship by Investment option is to obtain residence in Malta for 12 months and pay €750,000. Then buy residential real estate in Malta worth at least €700,000 or rent a residential property in Malta with an annual rent of at least €16,000.

In addition, you pay the following due diligence fees:

  • First of all, €15,000 for you
  • Next, €10,000 for your spouse
  • In addition, €10,000 for your dependents aged 13 years of age and over
OPTION 2. Malta Exceptional Investor Naturalization (MEIN) in 36 Months

The second Maltese Citizenship by Investment option is to obtain residence in Malta for a period of 36 months and pay €600,000. Then you purchase residential Maltese property worth at least €700,000 or rent residential real estate in Malta paying at least €16,000 a year.

There are the following due diligence fees:

  • First of all, €15,000 for you
  • Then, €10,000 for your spouse
  • Also, €10,000 for your dependents aged 13 years of age and over
Other Malta Citizenship Requirements and Benefits

To apply for the Malta Citizenship by Investment Programme, you must:

  • Firstly, maintain ownership or lease of this property for at least 5 years
  • Also, make a contribution via an exceptional direct investment in Malta
  • Then, pay a charity donation of at least €10,000 to an approved philanthropic, cultural, sporting, scientific, animal welfare, or artistic NGO

Maltese citizenship benefits include:

  • First of all, you qualify for a European passport
  • Also, you can take advantage of Malta’s state education and health system
  • Moreover, you are not taxed on foreign income or capital gains outside Malta

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The RIF Trust team has global experts in over 12 countries. We can advise in 14 languages. Let us help you find the perfect investment migration solution.

The RIF Trust team has global experts in over 12 countries. We can advise in 14 languages. Let us help you find the perfect investment migration solution.

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Malta Citizenship by Investment Application Process

  • Month 1

    Malta Citizenship Onboarding and Pre-Clearance

    We complete the onboarding due diligence by obtaining the signed form and passport copies, and request the initial retainer along with the signed client agreement. Then we submit a pre-clearance to the Maltese Government and assign you a dedicated relationship manager to guide you through the entire application process.

  • Month 2

    Malta Residency Application and Securing a Residence

    Your relationship manager supports you with your residency application, which includes securing suitable health insurance and real estate in Malta and booking your residence appointment. When you visit Malta with your family, we accompany you to the biometric appointment and handle collecting and delivering your residency cards. We also arrange visits to a GP and a notary.

  • Months 3-4

    Maltese Citizenship Eligibility Application

    We work with you and your family to gather the remaining documents, including drafting the supporting letters. Once complete, we submit the eligibility application to the Maltese Government. The Government commences its due diligence verifications and may request further documentation or clarification.

  • Month 12

    MEIN Approval in Principle

    The Maltese Government issues the approval in principle letter for eligibility. Following this, we prepare and submit the formalized Citizenship application.

  • Months 13-14

    Maltese Exceptional Investor Naturalization Approval

    After approval of the Citizenship Application, you apay the contribution to the National Development and Social Fund. Then you fulfil the remaining obligations, namely proof of property purchase or rent, and charitable donation.

  • Month 15

    Letter of Invitation

    Upon satisfying all obligations, you receive a formal letter of invitation. This letter confirms that you meet all the necessary criteria and provides the details for the final steps, including scheduling your Oath of Allegiance ceremony in Malta.

  • Month 16

    Oath and Passport

    You visit Malta to take the Oath of Allegiance and submit your passport application. Upon completion, you receive your Certificates of Naturalization and passports, officially confirming your Maltese citizenship.

Frequently Asked Questions

To make an application for Maltese citizenship, you must have a minimum of 36 months of residency in Malta (12 months of Maltese residence if investing in the larger sum option). Once the government has completed its due diligence process, you can submit the full Malta Citizenship by Investment application. After receiving your citizenship, Maltese authorities will conduct continuous monitoring for 5 years.

Malta, officially known as the Republic of Malta, is a beautiful island nation in the Mediterranean Sea, lying 95 km south of Italy. Other than its gloriously warm climate and slower pace of life, there are many other benefits to applying for the Malta Citizenship by Investment programme.

One of the key Maltese citizenship benefits is that it allows you and your family the right to work and study throughout the EU, as Malta is a member of the European Union. As Malta has one of the fastest-growing economies in the EU, it is a favourable place for business. Children get access to Maltese public schools and universities.

You’ll also qualify for a Malta passport by investment and be able to take advantage of the Malta visa-free countries for the purposes of business and leisure travel.

Your spouse or de facto partner, children under 18, and dependent adult children who are under the age of 29, unmarried, and financially dependent on you, the main applicant, qualify as Malta Citizenship by Investment dependents. In addition, parents, and grandparents over the age of 55 who are wholly maintained or largely supported by you are eligible as Maltese citizenship dependents.

All applications for Malta citizenship face due diligence checks. Following on from the success of these, you must:

  • Be older than 18 years old
  • Contribute at least €600,000 for a minimum residence period of 36 months or €750,000 for at least 12 months
  • Invest a minimum €700,000 in property, which must be held for 5 years, or alternatively lease a rental property for at least €16,000 per annum
  • Donate a minimum €10,000 to a specific organization which has been approved by the Community Malta Agency
  • Reside in Malta for at least 36 months (12 months by exception) with your residence permit

Your Maltese passport will be valid for 10 years. You can then renew this for a further 10 years.

The Malta passport is among the world’s most powerful travel documents. Currently, it ranks in the top 10. The passport allows visa-free travel to 176 Malta visa-free countries, including European countries, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Thanks to these Malta passport visa-free countries, you don’t need to obtain a visa in advance.

Speak to one of our Malta citizenship experts and begin your MEIN application today

Our specialist Malta team will help you and your family secure Malta Citizenship by Investment.

  • Visa-free travel to 176 countries
  • 16-18 months application processing time
  • €600,000 minimum requirement