Malta Golden Visa
Programme
Established in 2013, the Malta Golden Visa gives you and your family the right to live, work, and study in Malta, visa-free travel across the Schengen Area, and access to the EU market — through approved real estate investment.
Benefits of the Golden Visa
A prestigious European residency, with your family and future generations in mind.
Right to Work & Live in Malta
Full right to live and work in Malta under your residency status.
Global Business Freedom
Start businesses, open bank accounts, and invest anywhere in the world.
World-Class Healthcare
Access to world-class health services in Malta.
Equal Education Rights
Education with the same rights as a Maltese citizen.
Family Inclusion
Spouse and dependants can qualify under a single application.
No Language Requirement
There is no requirement to demonstrate Maltese or English language proficiency.
Visa-Free Schengen Access
As a Schengen Area member, Malta grants visa-free entry to all EU Schengen states.
Your Path to Maltese Residency
Client Assessment
Client On-Boarding
Documents & Real Estate Investment
Submissions
Biometrics
Issuance of Golden Visa
Malta Residency Programme Details
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Property Requirement | Purchase of at least €350,000, or a lease with a minimum annual value of €12,000 |
| Economic Contribution | €28,000 (if the property is purchased) or €58,000 (if the property is leased) |
| Charitable Donation | €10,000 donation to a recognised charitable institution |
Applicants must also meet due diligence and health insurance requirements. Additional government processing fees apply.
Malta
Malta, in the Mediterranean Sea, combines modern and traditional elements with a rich history dating back to around 5900 BC. It has changed hands numerous times — Carthage, Rome, Byzantium, Arabia, and Britain have all possessed it at various points, leaving behind layers of heritage and culture.
As a member of the European Union, the Commonwealth, and the Eurozone, Malta offers a stable and prosperous environment. Its economy, driven by trade, manufacturing, and tourism, has been one of the strongest performers in the Eurozone in recent years.
- Capital
- Valletta
- Total Area
- 316 km²
- Population
- 436,947
- Languages
- Maltese, English
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Exchange Rate
- 1 USD ≈ 0.86 EUR
Who Can Apply
Applicants must invest in approved real estate in Malta (purchase or lease) or a government-approved bond, and meet the minimum requirements for due diligence and health insurance. The programme allows generations to be included under one application.
Maltese Passport Mobility
Maltese passport holders enjoy strong global mobility — visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to countries across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
Visa-Free & Visa-on-Arrival Access — Maltese Passport
Maltese passport holders enjoy strong global mobility, including:
*Visa policies change frequently. Always confirm entry requirements with official government or embassy sources before travel.
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Everything You Need to Know
The Malta Residency by Investment programme was established in 2013.
A property purchase of at least €350,000 (or a lease with a minimum annual value of €12,000), an economic contribution of €28,000 (€58,000 if leased), and a €10,000 donation to a recognised charitable institution.
The typical time frame to acquire residency is between six and eight months.
Yes. Spouse and dependants can qualify, and the programme allows generations to be included under one application.
No. There are no language requirements under this programme.
The right to live and work in Malta, visa-free travel within the Schengen Area, access to the EU market, world-class healthcare and education, and the freedom to start businesses and invest globally.
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