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Malta's Independent Means Visas

The Independent Means Visa in Malta, also known as the Malta Global Residence Programme (GRP), offers residency to qualified non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss nationals who can demonstrate substantial financial resources and a stable income from foreign sources.

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Malta - Independent Means Visa

Discover the Independent Means Visa in Malta

The Independent Means Visa program in Malta, officially called the Malta Global Residence Programme (GRP), provides a pathway to residency for financially self-sufficient individuals. This program is designed to attract high-net-worth individuals looking to establish residency in a Mediterranean EU country with a favorable tax regime, warm climate, and rich cultural heritage.

Minimum Income Amount

€15,000 minimum annually

Visa-Free Travel Countries

172

Months to Visa

3-4 months

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A Snapshot of Independent Means Visa in Malta

A pathway to residency for qualified individuals with substantial financial means in Malta

Eligibility Requirements

Individuals with sufficient foreign income and resources

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

Indefinite, subject to annual renewal

Months to Visa

3-4 months

Physical Presence Requirement

No minimum stay required

Availability

Medium

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

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Benefits of Independent Means Visa in Malta

The program offers numerous advantages for individuals looking to establish their presence in Malta's Mediterranean environment.

  • Favorable flat tax rate of 15% on foreign-sourced income remitted to Malta
  • No tax on foreign-sourced capital gains
  • Access to Malta's healthcare system
  • Freedom to travel within the Schengen Area
  • Possibility to include family members and domestic staff in the application

How to Apply for the Independent Means Visa in Malta

Submit application through an Authorised Registered Mandatory (ARM) who will liaise with the Maltese authorities on your behalf.

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Requirements for Malta's Independent Means Visa

To qualify for the Independent Means Visa (GRP), applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their financial stability and self-sufficiency.

  • Be a non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss national
  • Purchase or rent qualifying property in Malta
  • Demonstrate financial self-sufficiency
  • Obtain comprehensive health insurance coverage for all EU risks
  • Have a clean criminal record
  • Pay a minimum annual tax of €15,000 for all family members

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Documents Needed for Malta's Independent Means Visas

Completed application form

Valid Passport

Proof of income and financial resources

Bank statements

Police clearance certificates

Proof of property purchase or rental in Malta

Health insurance policy

Application fee of €6,000 (€5,500 for property in South Malta or Gozo)

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FAQs about Malta's Independent Means Visas

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Why Malta

Malta offers a high quality of life, favorable tax regime, and a Mediterranean lifestyle for foreign residents.

Benefits:

  • EU member state
  • English-speaking population
  • Warm climate and beautiful beaches

Advantages:

  • Strategic location in the Mediterranean
  • Rich cultural and historical heritage
  • Safe environment with low crime rates

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