Programmes
Navigating Business & Lifestyle Opportunities in Malta
As one of Europe’s most business-friendly destinations, Malta combines a sturdy financial sector with a welcoming regulatory environment. Whether you’re looking to establish a company, invest in property, or relocate for a Mediterranean lifestyle, Malta provides an attractive, stable environment for growth.
Why Choose Malta?
Malta has so much to offer. There are several residency and citizenship options. Malta’s Permanent Residency by Investment (RBI) program permits the holder to permanent residency by making a three-part investment including in real estate and government contribution. If you want a second passport, Malta also has a Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, where you can become a citizen by also fulfilling a three-part investment, including real estate.
Malta’s tax-friendly policies attract investors and business owners of high-standing. Foreign income is tax-free if it’s not brought into the country, and non-residents don’t pay taxes on inheritance, wealth, or certain investments. There is also no property tax in Malta.
Malta Permanent Residency by Investment
The Malta Permanent Residence Program (MPRP) allows you to obtain permanent residency by making investments, such as buying or renting property, donating to the government, and making a charity donation.
You don’t have to live in Malta full-time to keep your residency. The program also covers up to five generations, which includes the main applicant, their spouse, dependent children up to 29 years of age, parents, and grandparents and main applicant’s future grandchildren.
The residence permit also allows visa-free travel across the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period
Malta Global Residence Program
The Malta Global Residence Program provides residency and a special tax status to non-EU/EEA nationals with low tax on foreign income. To qualify, you need to earn at least €100,000 a year, be financially independent, and buy or rent property in Malta that meet specific criteria.
Malta Digital Nomad Visa
The Malta Digital Nomad visa allows remote workers to live in Malta while working for a company outside the country.
Malta Retirement Program
The Malta Retirement Program is a special tax status for retirees from both inside and outside the EU, EEA, and Switzerland.
Malta Investment Options
- Rent a home for at least €14,000 per year (or in Gozo) for 5 years
- Pay a government contribution of €37,000
- Donate €2,000 to a Maltese charity
The property you buy cannot be rented out or sub-leased during the 5-year period. There is also a non-refundable administrative fee of €60,000 and dependents are €7,500 additional each.
- Buy a home worth at least €375,000 (or in Gozo) and keep it for 5 years
- Pay a government contribution of €37,000
- Donate €2,000 to a Maltese charity
The property you buy cannot be rented out or sub-leased during the 5-year period. There is also a non-refundable administrative fee of €60,000 and dependents are €7,500 additional each.
What You Get With GCS
GCS guides you from consultation to visa approval — handling program selection, paperwork, and communication with authorities — while supporting you through renewals and residency or citizenship transitions.
We learn about your goals, motivations, and timeline.
We match you with the most strategic option based on your profile.
We organize your file with precision and submit your application. No more confusing paperwork!
We manage communication with relevant authorities, so you don’t have to. You are kept updated through every stage.
Your visa is granted! Next step: We can help with renewal or transition to permanent residency or citizenship.
Citizenship by Investment Options
The Malta Citizenship by Naturalization for Exceptional Services (CES) allows individuals to gain Maltese citizenship through major economic contributions and investments. Applicants must contribute to the government, buy or rent property, and donate to approved Maltese charities. The program includes a thorough 4-step due diligence check, which makes it a secure and trusted option for those who want EU citizenship.
Minimum €750,000 (12-month residency) or €600,000 (36-month residency) for the main applicant. Additional €50,000 per dependent.
Lease a property for at least €16,000/year for 5 years (cannot be sublet). Or purchase a property worth at least €700,000 to keep for 5 years (cannot be rented).
Donate €10,000 to a registered sport, cultural, scientific, philanthropic, welfare, or artistic NGO approved by the Community Malta Agency (CMA).
Why Global Citizen Solutions Is the Right Choice
We’ll Help You Navigate
Malta is a small island in archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea, situated between Italy and North Africa.
Maltese and English are the official languages which means English is widely spoken.
Yes, Malta joined the EU in 2004, is part of the Schengen and uses the euro as its currency.
Yes, you can. Malta has several visas and program options for foreigners, including the Digital Nomad Visa, Retirement Program, Global Residence Program, Permanent Residence Program, and Citizenship by Investment.
Foreigners living in Malta pay tax on money they earn in Malta and any money they bring into Malta from abroad. They don’t pay tax on money made outside Malta if they don’t bring it into the country. People who don’t live in Malta only pay tax on money earned there.
Let's Talk About Your Next Move
Whether you’re seeking second citizenship or residency, planning a relocation, or building a cross-border mobility strategy, we’ll help you take the next step.