Third-country nationals — non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss citizens — can participate in the Malta Permanent Residence Program through A2W Consultants. This program grants investors permanent residency in Malta, allowing them to live in the country and visit the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Applicants must meet several investment conditions, including purchasing or renting real estate, paying government fees, and making donations. Additionally, they need to demonstrate they have assets of at least €500,000, of which €150,000 must be liquid financial assets.
The Malta Permanent Residence Programme offers third-country nationals the opportunity to obtain permanent residency in Malta, allowing them to reside in the country and travel visa-free within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. A2W Consultants guides investors through the process, which includes purchasing or renting real estate, paying government fees, and making donations. With a requirement to demonstrate assets of at least €500,000, including €150,000 in liquid financial assets, this program ensures a stable and lifelong residency status in Malta.
The Malta Permanent Residence Program offers numerous advantages, making it an attractive option for third-country nationals. Participants gain the right to live in Malta indefinitely and enjoy visa-free travel across the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The program does not require language proficiency or residency before applying, and family members, including spouses, children, and dependent parents, can be included in the application. Additionally, Malta’s strategic location, favorable tax regime, and high quality of life further enhance the benefits of obtaining permanent residence through this program. A2W Consultants provides expert guidance to navigate these advantages effectively.
| 1 | Visa-free travel to the Schengen countries | Maltese permanent residents can visit other Schengen countries without visas. The visa-free stay is up to 90 out of 180 days. |
| 2 | Living, working and doing business in Malta | Investors get permanent residence valid for life. They can move to Malta, register a company, find a job and become a tax resident of the country. |
| 3 | Access to European healthcare and education | Maltese permanent residents don’t need visas for medical treatment in Maltese clinics or study in local schools and universities. They can also access clinics and educational institutions in other Schengen countries: a visa-free visit can last for up to 90 days. |
| 4 | “Safe haven” in Malta | Investors aren’t obliged to live in Malta to get or maintain a permanent residence. They can create a safe haven: buy or rent housing and open a bank account to transfer capital in the country. If there are any issues in the country of residence, investors can quickly move to Malta with their families. |
| 5 | An opportunity to become Malta’s tax resident | If an investor spends 183+ days a year in Malta, they can become a tax resident. The country’s tax system may be attractive compared to some other states. However, getting a PR permit doesn’t lead to any incentives in Malta — investors pay taxes according to general rules. |
| 6 | A convenient path to residency | Applicants mustn’t pass any language tests or live in Malta for several years to apply for permanent residence. |
| 7 | Permanent residence for 4 generations of a family | Investors’ spouses, children, parents and grandparents can be included in the applications. |
Investors must meet several investment conditions to obtain permanent residence in Malta. They are required to buy or rent residential property, pay administrative and state fees, and make a donation to a Maltese organization. All these requirements are mandatory, with the only option being between renting or purchasing real estate.
The main applicant must have at least €500,000 in available assets, including a minimum of €150,000 in liquid financial assets such as deposits, stocks, or bonds. The investor needs to confirm ownership of these assets annually for the first five years after obtaining permanent residence.
To obtain permanent residence in Malta, investors must pay government fees, donate to a charitable organization, and rent a residential property for a period of five years.
The minimum annual rental prices are as follows:
| Expense | Investor | Family of 2 or More People |
|---|---|---|
| Renting real estate in the south of Malta or on the island of Gozo for five years | €50,000+ | €50,000+ |
| Renting real estate in the north or centre of Malta for five years | €60,000+ | €60,000+ |
| Administrative fee | €40,000 | €40,000 |
| Contribution fee | €58,000 | €58,000 + €7,500 per parent or grandparent |
| Charitable donation | €2,000 | €2,000 |
| Additional expenses that are not regulated by the Maltese legislation (e.g., translation and apostille of documents, notary fees) | €4,000 | €4,000+ |
| Medical insurance | €400 | €800+ |
2 OPTION
| Investor | Family of 2 or more people | |
|---|---|---|
| Purchasing real estate in the south of Malta or on the island of Gozo | €300,000+ | €300,000+ |
| Purchasing real estate in the north or centre of Malta | €350,000+ | €350,000+ |
| Administrative fee | €40,000 | €40,000 |
| Contribution fee | €28,000 | €28,000 + €7,500 per parent or grandparent |
| Charitable donation | €2,000 | €2,000 |
| Additional expenses (Translation and apostille of documents, notary services) | €4,000 | €4,000+ |
| Medical insurance | €400 | at least €800+ |
| Renting in South of Malta or Gozo | Renting in North or Centre of Malta | Purchasing in South of Malta or Gozo | Purchasing in North or Centre of Malta | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | €50,000+ | €60,000+ | €300,000+ | €350,000+ |
| Administration fee | €40,000 | €40,000 | €40,000 | €40,000 |
| Contribution fee | €65,500 | €65,500 | €35,500 | €35,500 |
| Charitable donation | €2,000 | €2,000 | €2,000 | €2,000 |
| Total | €157,500 | €167,500 | €377,500 | €427,500 |
Individuals who are non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss nationals can apply for the Malta Permanent Residence Program. Applicants must meet specific financial requirements, including having a minimum amount of liquid assets and making the required investments in Malta.
While the investment in real estate must be maintained for at least five years, investors can sell the property after this period and potentially recover a portion of their investment. Other contributions, such as administrative and donation fees, are non-refundable.
Yes, the Malta Permanent Residence Program allows investors to include their immediate family members in the application. This includes a spouse, children under 18, and dependent parents or grandparents. New spouses and dependents can be added to the residence permit as long as the initial investment requirements are met.
While A2W Consultants provides expert guidance and support throughout the application process, we cannot guarantee the approval of the permanent residence application. Approval depends on meeting all eligibility criteria and successful due diligence checks by the Maltese authorities.
To maintain permanent residency in Malta, you must adhere to the conditions set out in the program. This includes retaining the investment property for at least five years and continuing to meet the residency requirements. You will also need to renew your residence permit every five years.