The Malta Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP) grants affluent investors indefinite residency in Malta and visa-free travel within the Schengen Zone for 90 days out of 180. Family members, including dependent children, parents, and grandparents, are also eligible. Malta's political stability, security, and sunny climate enhance the appeal of the MPRP as a residency-by-investment option.
Spouse or partner, financially dependent unmarried children up to the age of 28, financially-dependent parents and grandparents.
Member of the European Union and Schengen Area.
Right to reside indefinitely in Malta.
Free travel within the Schengen Area for 90 days in every 180-day period.
Applicants are permitted to rent out their purchased real estate or sublet their rented unit.
High standard of education and healthcare system.
A low-cost and tax-efficient jurisdiction.
Right to establish a business in Malta.
No language proficiency required.
No education or management experience required.
Potential path to citizenship under the Maltese Citizenship Act (Chapter 188), subject to certain conditions (must reside continuously in Malta for the first 12 months immediately before the application and for periods aggregating to not less than 4 years within the preceding 6 years).
The Malta Permanent Residence Program has specific eligibility standards designed to maintain program integrity. Applicants must fulfill the following criteria to qualify for residence status.
Must be over 18 years of age and a non-EU citizen.
Meet the qualifying investment requirements.
Hold the property investment for a minimum of 5 years.
Have a clean criminal record.
Acquire health insurance coverage in Malta.
Be in good health and of good reputation.
Provide evidence of the source of funds used for the application.
Have sufficient financial resources to support themselves.
Provide proof of at least EUR 150,000 in liquid financial assets and possess total assets worth no less than EUR 500,000 (or EUR 650,000 total assets with a reduced EUR 75,000 in financial assets).
The Malta Permanent Residence Program application follows a structured, efficient timeline. Our experienced team provides comprehensive guidance through each stage of the process.
Golden Visa
Residency in 6 months
Minimum Investment - €250,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Golden Visa
Residency in 4 months
Minimum Investment - €250,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Golden Visa
Residency in 3-6 months
Minimum Investment - €500,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Residency by Investment
Residency in 3-4 months
Minimum Investment - €250,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Residence Program
Residency in 6-8 months
Minimum Investment - €182,000
Permanent EU residency status
Golden Visa
Residency in 6 months
Minimum Investment - €250,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Golden Visa
Residency in 4 months
Minimum Investment - €250,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
Golden Visa
Residency in 3-6 months
Minimum Investment - €500,000
Visa-free travel to 28 European states
The Malta Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP) grants affluent investors indefinite residency in Malta and visa-free travel within the Schengen Zone for 90 days out of 180. Family members, including dependent children, parents, and grandparents, are also eligible. Malta's political stability, security, and sunny climate enhance the appeal of the MPRP as a residency-by-investment option.
Applicants can either rent property with a minimum annual rental of EUR 14,000 in Malta or Gozo, or purchase property with a minimum value of EUR 375,000 in Malta or Gozo. The property must be held for at least 5 years.
The mandatory contributions include: Administration Fee of EUR 60,000, Government Contribution of EUR 37,000, and Additional Contribution of EUR 7,500 per adult dependent children, parents, and grandparents.
Yes, dependents included are spouse or partner, financially dependent unmarried children up to the age of 28, and financially-dependent parents and grandparents. All eligible family members will receive residence permits.
Yes, applicants are permitted to rent out their purchased real estate or sublet their rented unit, providing an opportunity for investment return.
No, there is no language proficiency required for the Malta Permanent Residence Program. Additionally, no education or management experience is required.
Yes, there is a potential path to citizenship under the Maltese Citizenship Act (Chapter 188), subject to certain conditions. You must reside continuously in Malta for the first 12 months immediately before the application and for periods aggregating to not less than 4 years within the preceding 6 years.
You must provide proof of at least EUR 150,000 in liquid financial assets and possess total assets worth no less than EUR 500,000. Alternatively, you can have EUR 650,000 total assets with a reduced EUR 75,000 in financial assets.
With your Malta residence permit, you enjoy free travel within the Schengen Area for 90 days in every 180-day period. This provides significant mobility across 27 European countries.
Yes, you have the right to establish a business in Malta. Malta is a low-cost and tax-efficient jurisdiction with an advanced innovation-driven economy, making it attractive for business opportunities.