Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Malta (RBI)
Rankings
Overall ranking: 2nd (score: 89.97)
- Procedure: 9th
- Mobility: 14th
- Tax Optimization: 6th
- Quality of Life: 8th
- Investment: 13th
Country Information
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 |