Malta

About Malta

	Capital	Valletta
	Total Area	316 km2
	Population	514,564
	Languages	English and Maltese
	Currency	Euro (EUR

Qualifying Criteria 

1. The Main Applicant must be at least 18 years of age to qualify and: 
   
   • Be in receipt of stable and regular resources which are sufficient to maintain themselves and their dependents without recourse to the social assistance system of Malta 
   • Be in possession of a valid travel document as well as their dependents 
   • Possess clean criminal records 
   • Demonstrate that he does not suffer from a contagious disease or a health condition that could become a significant burden on the Maltese health system 
2. Dependents – In addition to the main applicant, the programme also covers (at no additional commitments): 
   
   • Spouse 
   • Children less than 18 years of age 
   • Unmarried children between 18 and 26 years of age who are still dependent on the main applicant 
   • Parents or grandparents of main applicant or spouse who are still dependent on the main applicant 
   • Children over 18 years of age who are certified by a recognised medical professional as having a disability in terms of the Equal Opportunities Act (persons with disability) and who are living with, and are fully supported by the main applicant 

The commitments which are necessary to qualify for this program are: 

• A monetary contribution of €30,000 covering all involved parties + €5,000 per parent or grandparent included in the application. 
• Acquisition of property in Malta worth at least €320,000 (if North of Malta ) or €270,000 (if Gozo or South of Malta). Rather than acquired, property could be rented at a minimum of €12,000 annually (if North of Malta) or €10,000 annually (if Gozo or South of Malta). Once five years have elapsed, a suitable property needs to be held in order to renew the residence permit. 
• Invest the sum of at least €250,000 in a qualifying investment to be held for at least 5 years. 
• Health insurance covering all risks across the whole of the European Union. 

Key Advantages 

• Residence in an EU member state that is neutral, stable and highly respected 
• The right to reside, settle and stay indefinitely in Malta 
• A very straightforward application process 
• Freedom of movement within Europe’s Schengen Area and security within its social and legal system 
• Family members can be included