Rules & Regulations for
Malta Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Submission of Application

  The application must be submitted to the Residency Malta Agency, including all necessary documents (proof of investment, clean criminal record, health insurance, etc.). The main applicant must be at least 18 years old and declare that they hold at least EUR 500,000 in capital.

• Due Diligence Process

  The Maltese authorities will conduct thorough due diligence checks to ensure the legitimacy of the applicant and the source of their funds. The application process requires financial proof of investment, including a property purchase or lease and the required contributions to the Maltese economy and NGOs. Applicants must also pay a non-refundable administration fee of EUR 40,000 to the Maltese government as part of the application process.

• Issuance of Residency Certificate

  Once the application is approved, the investor is issued a residency certificate that grants permanent residency rights in Malta. The residence permit includes family members of the main applicant, such as the spouse and dependent children. The residence certificate allows visa-free access to Europe’s Schengen Area for 90 days out of a 180-day period.

• Fulfillment of Investment Requirements

  After receiving approval, the applicant must complete the property investment and government contribution within four months. There is no physical stay requirement for retaining residency, allowing the applicant and family members to live in or outside Malta as they choose.

• Permanent Residency

  Once the investment and donation are completed, the investor and their family members are granted permanent residency in Malta, allowing them to live in Malta indefinitely. Applicants must meet all legal requirements for citizenship, which may include language proficiency and passing specific eligibility checks related to Maltese law.