Last Updated: July 16, 2025
Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Malta
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking
| 2nd | 89.97 |
Procedure
| 9th | 85.16 |
Mobility
| 14th | 67.74 |
Tax Optimization
| 12th | 77.08 |
Quality of Life
| 8th | 86.70 |
Investment
| 13th | 71.88 |
Country Information at a Glance
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision
| |
Region
| Europe |
Minimum Investment Threshold
| €182,000 |
Year of Inception
| 2021 (replacing the Malta Residency and Visa Programme – MRVP) |
Visa-free Countries
| 172 |
Investment Options
| Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial means, acquire or lease a qualifying property for a minimum of five years, make a defined contribution to the Maltese economy, donate to a registered non-governmental organization, and pay a non-refundable administrative fee |
Physical Presence Requirements
| The applicant must establish residence in Malta for a minimum of 12 months before obtaining residence |
Family Member Inclusion
| The main applicant can include their spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents in the application |
Dual Citizenship Allowed
| Yes Path to citizenship Eligibility to apply for citizenship after five years of continuous residence, with specific conditions |
Average Processing Time
| 4-6 months |
Conclusion
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Footnotes
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