Malta, a picturesque archipelago nestled in the Mediterranean Sea between Southern Europe and Northern Africa, comprises three main islands: Malta, Gozo, and Comino. Its rich cultural heritage, dating back to prehistoric times, reflects the influences of various civilizations, including the Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, and Normans. This blend of cultures has shaped Malta into a unique destination brimming with history and tradition.
With its warm, sunny climate year-round, Malta attracts tourists and expatriates alike seeking the quintessential Mediterranean lifestyle. Since joining the European Union in 2004, Malta has strengthened its economic ties and enjoys open borders with other EU nations, further enhancing its appeal for travel and investment opportunities.
Capital: Valletta
Currency: Euro
Current Population: 525,285
Malta Citizenship By Investment
Malta is a European Union member state, and those with a Maltese passport can travel visa-free
and visa-on-arrival to more than 180 countries and territories worldwide, including the European
Union, the United Kingdom, and Canada. It is also a member of the Schengen area, which means
that passport holders can easily travel between the other 26 countries of the Schengen area.
Hence, acquiring a Malta Passport for Lebanese opens the door to travel, explore, or live in one
of the most beautiful countries.
Benefits of Malta Citizenship By Investment
The Malta Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program grants holders visa-free and visa-on-arrival access to 184 countries, including those in Europe and the United States of America.
Malta citizens are not required to renounce their current citizenship.
Qualified dependents for citizenship include family members such as spouses, parents, and children.
Malta offers one of the lowest taxation rates in Europe, featuring no inheritance tax, no foreign income tax, and no withholding tax on interest earned.
Maltese citizenship grants the right to live in Malta and all other countries in the European Union.
Visa-Free Countries
Malta is a European Union member state, and those with a Maltese passport can travel visa-free and visa-on-arrival to more than 180 countries and territories worldwide, including the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Canada. It is also a member of the Schengen area, which means that passport holders can easily travel between the other 26 countries of the Schengen area.
Programme Requirements
Applicant must be 18+ years of age.
Applicant must have no criminal record.
Confirmed source of funds.
Applicant must be in good health.
To qualify for Maltese citizenship, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
Make a contribution of at least EUR 600,000.
Purchase a residential property valued at least EUR 700,000, which must be held for five years. Alternatively, applicants can opt for leasing a residential property with a rental value of at least EUR 16,000 per year.
Make a donation of at least EUR 10,000 to a sport, cultural, scientific, philanthropic, animal welfare, or artistic non-governmental organization in Malta.
Application Process
The application process is streamlined and typically takes up to 6 months from initiation to receiving the citizenship documents. The process involves the following stages:
1 - Assessment & Onboarding
Initial Appointment with The Elite Passport’s client advisors.
Completion of The Elite Passport’s due diligence check.
Client onboarding and payment of retainer fees.
2 - Application Submission
Fulfillment of investment requirements, commencement of the legal process, and opening of a bank account.
Client travels to Malta.
Submission of application for a residence card to initiate the 36-month residency requirement.
Booking of biometrics appointment in Malta.
Preparation of documents and submission of the application for Maltese citizenship after 36 months of residence.
3 - Document & Application Processing
Application undergoes processing.
The Government of Malta conducts a comprehensive due diligence check to validate the applicant's eligibility for citizenship.
Application receives approval.
4 - Approval & Passport Handover
Maltese certificate of naturalisation is granted.
Client travels to Malta to swear oath of allegiance and collect the certificate of naturalisation.
Application for passport is submitted.
Passport is granted.
Costs of Malta Citizenship
Applicants must make a qualifying investment to fulfil the basic requirement of Malta’s Permanent Residence Programme’. This includes purchasing or renting a property in the country, donating to the Maltese Government and completing a Philanthropic donation.
Real Estate
Applicants can either purchase property in Malta and hold it for a minimum of 5 years or rent a property for 5 years with a minimum rent.
Minimum amount: EUR 350,000
Minimum rent per annum: EUR 12,000
Minimum amount: EUR 300,000*
Minimum rent per annum: EUR 10,000*
Investment
Applicants must complete a minimum donation to the Government of Malta of EUR 98,000 and a Philanthropic donation of EUR 2,000.
Minimum amount: EUR 100,000
The only other costs incurred during the process include our professional fees, official application forms, certification of citizenship and passport, courier & other disbursements. To maintain transparency, we at The Elite Passport provide a detailed quotation so our clients do not need to worry about hidden costs.
Due Diligence fees are costs incurred during the process of investigating and evaluating the
application and the investment before finalizing the transaction. These fees can vary widely
based on the family structure and investment option
Processing fees are charges levied by the government or the administrative body responsible for
handling the application process. These fees cover the costs of reviewing and processing the
applications for citizenship.
These fees vary between 10,000 and 20,000 per applicant depending on the program and family
structure.
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