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European programme · Residency by investment

Residency by Investment
in Malta

Minimum investment
EUR 170,000
Processing time
4 to 6 months
Key benefit
A European residence permit in months

Why Malta

Malta is an English speaking EU member in the central Mediterranean, with a warm climate, a strong services economy and a deep historical heritage.

Its combination of language, lifestyle and EU membership makes it a comfortable and practical base for internationally mobile families.

About the programme

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme, launched in 2021, grants a permanent European residence permit to investors and their families, typically within 4 to 6 months.

It is regarded as one of the more robust and well run residency schemes in Europe, combining a government contribution with a property requirement.

The benefits

What this programme offers you and your family in practice.

A permanent European residence permit

Fast processing, typically 4 to 6 months

Freedom to travel within the Schengen Area

An English speaking, EU based home

The whole family included, across generations

A stable, well regulated programme

How to qualify

There is usually more than one route. Remy will confirm which fits your goals and the current rules before you commit.

Contribution and property

The programme combines a government contribution, a qualifying property purchase or lease, and a charitable donation. The overall commitment starts from around EUR 170,000 depending on the options chosen.

Why people choose Malta

Malta offers something unusual in Europe: permanent EU residency, granted quickly, in an English speaking country.

With no mandatory minimum stay and the whole family included, it suits those who want a secure European base without the obligation to relocate immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Malta programme?
Applicants generally need to be over 18, hold a clean criminal record, be in good health, and show that the funds used come from a legal source. All applications are subject to government due diligence.
Can I include my family in the application?
Yes, including your spouse and dependent children, and on many programmes parents and grandparents. Remy can confirm exactly who qualifies in your case.
What are the stay requirements?
Residency programmes vary. This programme has a low or no mandatory minimum stay to keep your status, though requirements apply if you later pursue citizenship.
What are the tax implications?
Host countries often have a favourable local tax regime, but what that means for you depends on your own citizenship and tax residency. US citizens in particular remain taxed on worldwide income regardless of any other passport held. This is exactly the kind of thing to map out with Remy, alongside independent tax advice.

The application process

  1. 1

    Assessment and onboarding

    An initial review of your goals and the route that fits, then preparation of the required documents.

  2. 2

    Investment

    You make the qualifying investment through an approved and secure structure.

  3. 3

    Application

    Your residency application is submitted to the relevant authorities, along with supporting documents and due diligence.

  4. 4

    Approval

    On approval, your residence permit is issued for you and your included family members.

  5. 5

    Path to citizenship

    Where the programme allows, you can pursue citizenship after meeting the required period of residence and any language or other conditions.

Programme at a glance

Programme typeResidency by investment
Minimum investmentEUR 170,000
Typical processing time4 to 6 months
Minimum stayNone mandated
Time to citizenshipPermanent residency
Family inclusionYes, including your spouse and dependent children, and on many programmes parents and grandparents
Right to workYes
Document receivedResidence permit

Is Malta the right fit?

Book a free, no obligation call with Remy. He will confirm the current rules, the true all in cost, and whether this programme suits your goals and nationality.

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