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Permanent residency in Malta through investment
Permanent status, low taxes, no minimum stay requirements
- Investment amount: from EUR 182,000
- Processing time: from 3 months
- Visa-free access to European Union countries
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About the program
The MPRP is Malta’s Residency Program for foreign investors, combining all the key advantages of Golden Visa programs: visa-free travel within the Schengen Area, living in a warm climate, and the convenience of using the euro for everyday expenses. The program also offers permanent residency status, reduced tax burden, and the opportunity to relocate to the EU with family members. These benefits make Malta’s residency process one of the most attractive and advantageous in Europe.
Advantages of obtaining permanent residency in Malta
Visa-free travel across Europe
Free movement throughout the Schengen area without visa applications or border checks.
Permanent residency status
An indefinite residence permit allows you to live freely in a country with a warm and stable climate.
No residency requirements
No minimum stay is required to maintain permanent resident status.
Malta Golden Visa for the whole family
Permanent residency can be granted to the main applicant, their spouse, dependent children under 29, and parents over 55.
Favorable business environment
Attractive tax system with the possibility of reclaiming up to 6/7 of the corporate tax paid.
Return on investment
After five years, you can sell the purchased property in Malta while keeping your permanent resident status.
The opportunities that come with Malta permanent residency
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- Step-by-step process for applicants
- Specific requirements and financial details
- Ready-to-use residency strategy
- Updated 2025 program
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Who is eligible to get permanent residency in Malta
- Entrepreneurs with international income
- Investors and wealth managers
- Families with long-term goals
- Executives and professionals
Entrepreneurs with international income
Malta enhances the reputation of business owners operating in global markets. It offers opportunities to establish a local office, structure financial operations, and provide companies with a European address.
Investors and wealth managers
Permanent residency simplifies access to the European banking and investment system, reduces barriers for cross-border transactions, and offers effective tools for tax and inheritance planning.
Families with long-term goals
Permanent resident status extends to spouses, children, and parents. Family members gain access to European education, quality healthcare, and various social benefits.
Executives and professionals
Malta’s permanent residency provides flexibility for business relocation and freedom of movement within the EU—key advantages for top managers and professionals working in international companies.
Your trusted European backup plan for a worry-free future
- Protect your family and assets
- Access the European financial system
- Enjoy flexibility and freedom of movement
- Benefit from a personalized and confidential approach
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Investment options
Property rental
You pay the required government fees and contributions, make a charitable donation, and lease a government-approved property in Malta for a minimum of five years. The minimum annual rental cost starts from EUR 14,000.
Property purchase
After paying the government fees, you make a charitable donation and purchase real estate valued at a minimum of EUR 375,000. The property can be sold after five years of ownership, allowing you to recover part of your investment.
Cost
Expense item
Rental option
Purchase option
Contribution
EUR 60,000
EUR 30,000
Administrative fee
EUR 50,000
EUR 50,000
Donation
EUR 2,000
EUR 2,000
Real estate
≥ EUR 14,000 × 5 years = ≥ EUR 70,000
≥ EUR 375,000
Total
from EUR 182,000
from EUR 457,000
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A Mirsatori specialist will create a tailored plan for securing your resident status, providing a detailed step-by-step analysis that takes into account your family composition, investment amount, and all official fees and associated costs.
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Who can apply for Maltese residency
Spouse/partner
- In a legally registered marriage, partnership, or a relationship officially documented
Children under 18
- Including children from previous marriages
Adult children up to 29
- Provided they are financially dependent on the main applicant
Parents, grandparents
- No age limit, fully or partially financially supported by the main applicant
Step-by-step plan for obtaining Malta
permanent residency
Step-by-step plan for obtaining Malta
permanent residency
Confidential preliminary review
1 business day
A certified Mirsatori specialist conducts a comprehensive background check on the investor using the international databases employed by Residency Malta Agency.
Learn moreDocument preparation and application submission
From 1 month
The Mirsatori legal team prepares the full set of documents in accordance with Maltese law, arranges professional translation into English, and notarizes all certificates in Malta.
Learn moreGovernment due diligence
3–6 months
Residency Malta Agency conducts a due diligence review of the investor’s information within 90–180 days. In practice, processing may take longer due to the workload of Maltese authorities.
Learn moreFulfillment of investment obligations
Within 8 months
After receiving preliminary approval from the agency, the investor pays the remaining administrative fees and completes all investment requirements. Mirsatori lawyers submit the investment confirmation documents to Residency Malta Agency for final approval.
Learn moreBiometrics and resident card issuance
Up to 3 weeks
The investor and family members make a short trip to Malta to provide biometric data required for the permanent resident cards. Cards are issued within 2 weeks after biometric registration.
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Malta permanent residency: comparative analysis
Category
Malta PR
Greece PR
Cyprus PR
Portugal PR
Investment amount
from EUR 182,000
from EUR 250,000
from EUR 300,000
from EUR 250,000
Family included
yes
yes
yes
yes
Status duration
permanent
from 5 years
permanent
from 2 years
Processing time
from 3 months
from 4 months
from 9 months
from 1 year
Residency by investment: alternative programs
Country
Cost
Processing time
Benefits
Greece
Cost
from EUR 250,000
Processing time
from 4 months
Benefits
Learn more
- Purchase of high-liquidity real estate
- No language requirement
- Fast processing time
Cyprus
Cost
from EUR 300,000
Processing time
from 9 months
Benefits
Learn more
- Fast application process
- EU residence status
- Acquisition of high-value real estate
Portugal
Cost
from EUR 250,000
Processing time
from 1 year
Benefits
Learn more
- Residency for family members
- Right to live in an EU country
- No language requirements
The UAE
Cost
from USD 550,000
Processing time
from 1 week
Benefits
Learn more
- Residency for family members
- Purchase of high-liquidity real estate
- No language requirement
FAQ
What is the required investment for the Malta Permanent Residence Programme in 2025?
The program offers two alternative investment options:
Property rental:
- Rent property for EUR 14,000 per year over 5 years
- Government contribution: EUR 60,000
Property purchase:
- Purchase property valued at EUR 375,000 or more
- Government contribution: EUR 30,000
Additional mandatory costs for both options include an administrative fee of EUR 50,000, a charitable donation of EUR 2,000, and EUR 10,000 for each dependent family member. Applicants must also demonstrate ownership of assets worth at least EUR 500,000.
What is the processing time for Malta permanent residency?
Official review of the application takes 4–6 months from the submission through a licensed agent. The permanent residence card is issued after completing the final biometric procedures and confirming fulfillment of all investment obligations.
Is physical residence in Malta required to maintain PR?
There are no minimum physical presence requirements. The program does not mandate a set number of days on the island to maintain status, which is convenient for international investors. Applicants only need to comply with property ownership or rental conditions and renew the residence card on time during the first 5 years.
Which family members can be included in the application?
The following family members can obtain PR under a family application:
- Spouse or legally registered partner
- Children of any age (provided adult children are unmarried and financially dependent on the applicant)
- Disabled children of any age
- Parents, grandparents, or other dependents financially supported by the applicant
Can property be sold or changed after obtaining residency?
During the first 5 years, property must meet the program’s minimum value requirements but can be replaced with another property of equal or higher value after notifying the agency. After the 5-year period, all value restrictions are lifted, allowing investors full freedom to sell, rent, or terminate leases.
Does Malta PR lead to citizenship?
Yes, through naturalization. After 5 years of actual residence in Malta (including 12 months of continuous residence plus 4 years within the previous 6 years), permanent residents are eligible to apply for Maltese citizenship.
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