Malta Citizenship
and Residency

Citizenship

Residency

Introduction

Secure your future with Maltese citizenship or residency and unlock the benefits of living, working, and travelling within the European Union. Malta offers a range of attractive programs for investors, entrepreneurs, retirees, and individuals with Maltese ancestry. At Acumum, we provide comprehensive legal guidance to navigate the application process smoothly, ensuring you meet all requirements for a successful outcome. Whether you seek a permanent home in the Mediterranean or a gateway to Europe, we are here to help you choose the right path.

Overview

Acumum possesses an in-depth understanding of the complex regulations involved in securing Maltese citizenship and residency. Our dedicated team offers specialist services required for a smooth and efficient transition. We provide cost-effective, client-focused support that covers every aspect of your application, from initial eligibility checks and document preparation to submission and final approval. We manage the entire process for work permits, business establishment, residency permits, and full citizenship applications, giving you complete peace of mind.

Malta

Acumum has extensive experience of the Maltese citizenship application process and has established connections to government and non-government agencies.
We can provide advice and support at all stages of the application process. This includes advising on application requirements, assisting with the application process, and providing expert support to ensure efficient progress towards a successful completion.

Why Choose Acumum for Your Maltese Immigration Needs?

Malta is a jurisdiction of choice for individuals to live, work and to gain Malta residency and citizenship. Unlike the rest of the European Union, Malta’s employment rate is one of the highest due to the increased number of businesses that are choosing to move to Malta.

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Why Choose Malta for Citizenship & Residency?

A politically stable, tax-efficient, full EU member state, offering:

  • Maltese Citizenship and Malta residency programmes
  • 0% capital gains tax
  • Low-cost residency schemes
  • Schengen visa member providing visa-free travel to 27 EU countries

Individuals

Malta is a jurisdiction of choice for individuals to live, work and to gain Malta residency and citizenship. Unlike the rest of the European Union, Malta’s employment rate is one of the highest due to the increased number of businesses that are choosing to move to Malta.

High net worth individuals and retirement

For individuals who would like to take advantage of Malta’s low tax rates and/or as an entry point into Europe, Malta has a number of residency programmes for both EU and Non-EU nationals.

Malta’s residency and immigration schemes allow an individual and their family to claim one of the lowest personal tax rates in the EU, and at a low cost.

Companies: Startups or relocation:

Effective tax rate of 5%

Due to its strategic location, its advanced communications infrastructure, skilled, multilingual workforce and advantageous tax benefits, for both companies and individuals, many businesses are relocating to Malta.

Foreign investment schemes

The government of Malta is highly focused on positioning Malta as a premier financial services centre, and there are a number of investment schemes and tax credits in place to attract new foreign investment.

Malta is especially popular in new emerging industries, such as new media, gaming, software development, as well as the financial services industry, including banking, hedge funds, insurance and pensions.

We can advise and assist businesses and individuals on the most appropriate structure in respect of taxation, immigration, business infrastructure and operations.

Whatever the requirements, Acumum can assist in either establishing or relocating an existing business to Malta with ease.

The government of Malta is highly focused on positioning Malta as a premier financial services centre, and there are a number of investment schemes and tax credits in place to attract new foreign investment.

Malta is especially popular in new emerging industries, such as new media, gaming, software development, as well as the financial services industry, including banking, hedge funds, insurance and pensions.

We can advise and assist businesses and individuals on the most appropriate structure in respect of taxation, immigration, business infrastructure and operations.

Whatever the requirements, Acumum can assist in either establishing or relocating an existing business to Malta with ease.

Frequently Asked Questions about Malta Citizenship & Residency

Maltese residency provides the right to reside indefinitely in Malta, visa-free travel throughout the 27-nation Schengen Area, and access to Malta’s high-quality healthcare and education systems. It also offers significant tax advantages and a secure, stable environment for you and your family.

The timeline for Maltese citizenship varies by pathway. Through the Citizenship by Merit Programme (investment), the process typically takes between 12 to 36 months, depending on the investment route chosen. Applications based on descent or naturalisation after a period of residency have different processing times, which we can advise on based on your specific circumstances.

Yes, most Maltese citizenship and residency programs allow for the inclusion of dependents. This typically includes a spouse or partner, dependent children, and in some cases, dependent parents and grandparents. Specific eligibility criteria apply to each program.

The MPRP grants you the right to reside in Malta permanently and travel visa-free within the Schengen zone, but it does not make you a Maltese citizen. Citizenship grants you a Maltese passport, the right to vote, and full EU citizenship rights, including the ability to live, work, and study in any EU member state without restriction.

While some initial residency time is required for certain citizenship pathways, programs like the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) do not have strict physical presence requirements to maintain status. However, each program has its own rules, and we can guide you on the specific obligations for your chosen route.

The programme requires a combination of contributions. This includes a non-refundable contribution to the national development fund, a real estate investment (either a purchase or rental for a minimum period), and a charitable donation to a registered Maltese non-governmental organisation. The exact amounts depend on the chosen residency period prior to naturalisation (12 or 36 months).