MALTA PERMANENT RESIDENCE PROGRAM (MPRP)
Key Facts
Processing Time
Approximately 4 to 6 months
Visa-Free Travel
Access to the European Schengen Area
Minimum Investment / Contribution
Starting from €170,000 (including a 5-year property rental option)
Family Eligibility (Up to Four Generations)
The main applicant, spouse or civil partner, unmarried dependent children under 29, as well as dependent parents and grandparents
Main Advantages
- Indefinite right to reside in Malta with visa-free travel across 29 Schengen countries
- Potential rental income from short-term lets (immediately if purchasing, or after 5 years if leasing)
- Option to obtain a temporary residence permit at the beginning of the process
- No minimum physical stay requirement
- Access to high-quality healthcare and European education systems
- One of the fastest-growing economies in the EU with an attractive tax framework
- Ranked among the safest countries globally
- Lower capital requirement compared to many other EU residency programs
About Malta
Malta, an English-speaking country located in the heart of the Mediterranean, offers a stable and secure European base with an exceptional quality of life. Known for its business-friendly environment and strong real estate market, Malta allows investors to benefit from EU residency without the need for relocation.
The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) is designed for individuals and families seeking long-term access to the European Schengen Area. Residency is granted indefinitely and can be maintained across generations, making it a strong option for long-term planning.
Application Process Overview
Applications are submitted to the Residency Malta Agency. Following due diligence checks, successful applicants complete the required investments and receive both a Residence Certificate and Residence Card. Residence Cards are valid for 5 years and must be renewed thereafter.
Step 1: Client due diligence and retainer agreement
Step 2: Preparation of application documents
Step 3: Submission and initial government contribution payment
Step 4: Government due diligence and processing
Step 5: Approval and second government contribution payment
Step 6: Property purchase or lease and fulfillment of requirements
Step 7: Issuance of Residence Certificate and Residence Card
Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Government Contribution: €97,000
- Dependents Fee: Spouse and minor children are included at no additional cost. Other eligible dependents (adult unmarried children, parents, grandparents) require an additional €7,500 per person
- Donation: €2,000 contribution to a registered Maltese NGO (e.g., cultural, sports, or animal welfare organizations)
- Health Insurance: Valid health coverage in Malta and across Europe
- Real Estate Requirement:
- Purchase a property with a minimum value of €375,000, or
- Lease a property with a minimum annual rent of €14,000
(Both options must be maintained for at least 5 years)
Qualifying Investment Options
- Applicants must demonstrate either:
- €500,000 in total assets, including at least €150,000 in financial assets, or
- €650,000 in total assets, including at least €75,000 in financial assets
- Must be over 18 years old
- Must have a clean criminal record and be of good standing
- Must be a non-EU national