Europe's most secure residency investment.
Permanent status from day one. For you and four generations of your family.
The Malta Permanent Residence Programme grants full permanent residence from the date of approval. No renewals, no timelines, no conditions on ongoing presence. It is the only European investment residency programme that delivers permanent status as its baseline, not as a milestone you work toward.
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Key Fact Regarding Malta MRVP
Permanent residence from the first day of approval. This is what separates the Malta MRVP from every other investment residency programme in Europe. Other programmes require years of accumulation. Malta grants it immediately.
€300,000 (Gozo/South Malta) or €375,000 (main island)
€10,000/year (Gozo) or €14,000/year (main island)
€28,000 (both property routes)
€2,000
€40,000 (non-refundable)
4–6 months
Permanent. No renewals required.
None
Spouse, dependent children of any age, parents and grandparents of applicant and spouse
Yes. Malta is in the Schengen zone.
Via standard naturalization. 5 years of actual physical residence required.
Why Malta Stands Apart
Two Property Routes
The MRVP offers two property routes — purchase or rental — alongside fixed government and charitable contribution requirements. All routes carry the same contribution and fee structure.
- €375,000 on the Malta mainland (excluding South Malta) or €300,000 in Gozo or South Malta. Holding period: 5 years.
- The property can be used as a secondary residence, let to third parties, or managed as a commercial rental.
- This is the preferred route for clients wishing to acquire a tangible European asset
- €14,000/year on the Malta main island or €10,000/year in Gozo or South Malta. Lease maintained for a minimum of 5 years.
- This route requires no capital outlay on property acquisition and reduces the total financial commitment for clients who prefer to retain capital in higher-returning instruments
- Government contribution: €28,000
- NGO charitable donation: €2,000
- Administration fee: €40,000 (non-refundable, payable at application stage)
Note on Citizenship by Investment
Malta's citizenship-by-investment programme (MEIN) was terminated following an April 2025 ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union. Malta is now a residency-only programme. Citizenship through the MRVP is not available by investment. The only citizenship pathway is standard naturalization after 5 years of actual physical residence in Malta.
The complete scope of your Malta residence permit.
Permanent residence status in Malta, granted from the date of approval
No renewal requirement. The permit is valid for life.
Schengen zone travel rights across 26 countries
Permit extended to spouse and dependent children of any age
Parents and grandparents of both the applicant and the spouse are included
No minimum annual stay requirement to maintain permit validity
Access to Malta's private healthcare sector and international schools
Eligibility to apply for Malta citizenship via naturalization after 5 years of actual physical residence in Malta
How the Application Works
- We review your nationality, family structure, financial profile, and property preferences. We confirm the optimal route (purchase or rental) and outline the full cost structure including government contributions, fees, and property acquisition costs.
- We compile your complete application package: identity documents, family certificates, financial statements, source-of-wealth documentation, clean criminal records, and health insurance confirmation. All documentation is prepared to Maltese Residency Malta Agency (RMA) standards.
- If you are pursuing the property purchase route, our network of Malta-based property advisors assists you in identifying and securing a qualifying property at the relevant threshold. For the rental route, we identify suitable qualifying properties and review lease terms.
- Your €40,000 non-refundable administration fee is submitted alongside your completed application to Residency Malta. We handle all communication with the agency throughout the review period.
- Residency Malta conducts its four-tier due diligence process. This is thorough and includes independent verification of financial information and background checks. Aegir Global's preparation process is designed to ensure your file presents cleanly at this stage.
- Upon approval in principle, you pay the government contribution (€28,000) and NGO donation (€2,000) and finalise the property commitment. Your permanent residence certificate and identity card are then issued. Permanent status is effective from this point.
Tax Positioning for Malta Residents
The Non-Dom Regime
Malta permanent residents who are not domiciled in Malta sit under one of Europe's strongest non-dom frameworks. Foreign-source income remitted to Malta is taxed at a flat 15%. Foreign-source income kept outside Malta is not taxed in Malta at all. A minimum annual tax of €15,000 applies regardless of remittances. For families with large offshore portfolios, trust structures, or holding-company income, the profile is highly efficient.
Capital Gains
For non-dom residents, capital gains on foreign-source assets held outside Malta are not taxed in Malta. That matters for clients with international property, private equity positions, or business exit proceeds.
Corporate Tax
Malta's corporate tax runs on an imputation basis, and effective rates can fall substantially for holding structures and international businesses. The area is complex and needs specific legal and tax advice; we coordinate with Malta-based tax counsel for clients building business structures alongside residency.
Schengen Access and EU Freedom of Movement
Malta is in the Schengen Area, so MRVP holders travel freely within the zone without border controls. But MRVP permanent residence does not automatically grant EU freedom of movement, the right to live and work in other member states. They are distinct legal categories, and we make the distinction clear from the outset.
Your residency situation is specific. The advice you receive should be too.
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Roberta Wende Client Coordinator
Your Malta Residency Specialists
Jonathan Abela
Malta Programme Director
Fatima Al-Rashidi
Senior Advisor, Gulf and Middle East Desk
Dr. Stefan Camilleri
Legal Counsel, Maltese Immigration Law
Questions About the Malta's MRVP
No. Malta's MEIN citizenship-by-investment programme was terminated following a ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union in April 2025. Malta now offers residency by investment only, via the MRVP. Citizenship remains available exclusively through standard naturalization after 5 years of actual physical residence.
Yes. The MRVP has no minimum annual presence requirement. Your permanent residence status is maintained regardless of how many days per year you spend in Malta. The only obligation is to maintain the qualifying property commitment for 5 years.
Not automatically. Malta is in the Schengen zone, so MRVP holders can travel freely within Schengen without border controls. However, the right to live and work in other EU member states as an EU resident is separate from Schengen travel rights and does not come with the MRVP. If you wish to establish legal residence in another EU country, you would apply under that country's national rules.
The €40,000 administration fee covers the cost of the four-tier due diligence review, which is conducted independently of the outcome. It is a processing cost, not a deposit. Aegir Global's role is to ensure that your file is prepared to a standard where refusal is not a realistic outcome before we submit. We do not file applications we consider borderline.
Malta non-dom residents pay 15% tax on foreign-source income they remit to Malta. Foreign income kept outside Malta is not taxed in Malta at all. A minimum annual payment of €15,000 applies. In practice, for families with large offshore income streams who maintain accounts and structures outside Malta, the annual Maltese tax cost is limited to the €15,000 minimum. A Malta-qualified tax advisor should be engaged to confirm the position for your specific financial structure.