Malta is an island country in Europe and is located between Sicily and the North African coast in the Mediterranean Sea.  Malta enjoys an excellent reputation for its splendid climate, friendly people, low crime rate, and superb quality of life. An attractive place in which to live or own a second home to live with your family. The country is a blend of various cultures and has a very rich history which attracts people worldwide. With a very stable political situation, Malta has a very fast-growing economy as well.

Joined with a laid-back way of life, vicinity to the ocean, and 300 days of daylight, Malta has a very alluring vibe. English is an official language of Malta and is generally spoken around the country. You will discover a great nightlife and music occasion, and a dip free, blue Mediterranean Sea if you decide to live in Malta.

Malta Investment Options & Requirements

Malta has initiated its residency program in 2013 to welcome international investors. Over the years, the government of Malta made some great amendments to its permanent residency scheme to make it more accessible for foreign investors.

Malta has recently introduced some new changes to the program and the investment options to achieve Malta PR are as follows:

1. Rent a Property Option

– Rent property with a minimum annual rental of EUR 10,000 in the South of Malta or Gozo, or EUR 12,000 elsewhere.
– Make a government contribution of EUR 98,000.
– Donate EUR 2,000 to a Malta Non-Government Organization
– A minimum total of EUR 150,000 is required for the rental option in the south region of Malta.

2. Real estate Investment Option

– Purchase property for at least EUR 300,000 in the South of Malta or Gozo or at least EUR 350,000 elsewhere
– Make a government contribution of EUR 68,000.
– Donate EUR 2,000 to a Malta Non-Government Organization
– A minimum total of EUR 300,000 is required to get a PR via investment in real estate. It is important for the applicant to maintain the amount to get a residency renewal after 5 years.

An applicant:

• Be over 18 years of age and a non-EU citizen
• Meet the qualifying investment requirements
• The main applicant must be able to verify the legality of the source of income.
• It is a must to have a clean criminal record.
• Applicants & dependents must be in great health conditions.
• Hold the property investment for a minimum of 5 years
• Have a clean criminal record
• Have sufficient financial resources to support themselves

• Get Malta Permanent Residency in 9 to 12 months
• Free travel within the Schengen Area for 90 days in every 180-day period
• Being a European country, easy access towards European lifestyle
• Direct access to world-class education and health facilities
• Malta has the lowest taxation rate on worldwide income
• No residency or travel requirements during the process
• Malta real estate offers great returns on investments
• No specific education, interview, or language requirement.
• The right to reside indefinitely in Malta
• Ability to include family members in the same application

• Eligible to apply for a work permit
• Eligible to apply for Citizenship in Malta after 5 years of residence