Economic Citizenship in Malta (also known as the Malta Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment) offers citizenship to qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to Malta through various investment options.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Economic Citizenship program in Malta provides a pathway to citizenship for investors looking to base their business and investment activities in the country. This program is designed to attract foreign capital to contribute to Malta's economic growth and development.
Panoramica
A fast-track to citizenship for qualified investors in Malta
Requisiti di idoneità
Substantial investment in approved sectors
Restrizioni degli antenati di ancoraggio
Mesi alla cittadinanza
Durata del visto
Citizenship after 36 months
Mesi al visto
14-18 months
Requisito della presenza fisica
No official minimum stay required, but recommended for citizenship
Disponibilità
Limited to 400 successful applicants per year
Assegno familiare
Coniuge e figli
Panoramica
Submit an application to the Community Malta Agency
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benefits
Economic Citizenship in Malta offers numerous advantages for investors looking to establish their presence in Malta's growing economy. Make use of fast-track to EU citizenship for you and your immediate family, and visa-free travel to approximately 190 destinations worldwide once citizenship is gained, alongside the right to live, work and study in any EU country.
Fast-track EU citizenship
Strategic location in Mediterranean
Strong financial services sector
Relatively low investment options
Path to citizenship allowed after 1 year of permanent residence
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Program Stability
Paesi in cui si viaggia senza visto
157
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children
Panoramica
Malta offers a strategic location, stable economy, and attractive lifestyle for investors and entrepreneurs.
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Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
How long does it take to process an Economic Citizenship application?
Can I include my family members in my Economic Citizenship application?
What are the investment options under the Economic Citizenship Program?
How long do I need to maintain my investments?
Do I need to speak Maltese to obtain citizenship?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Proof of investment: supporting documents of the investment made in any of the eligible investment types
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required+Compliance with Visa Conditions: Applicants must agree to maintain the investment and comply with all other residency conditions+Applicants can apply to citizenship after 12 months or 36 months from Residence, presenting the Citizenship application to the Agency+Oath of Allegiance: An Oath of Allegiance is needed from all adults and has to be performed in person in Malta
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Economic Citizenship Program, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their investment capacity.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Complete financial pre-qualification
• Review investment options
• Select program jurisdiction
• Initial due diligence check
Investment Selection
• Choose investment route
• Real estate or government fund selection
• Engage local representatives
• Prepare source of funds documentation
Due Diligence
• Complete enhanced due diligence
• Background checks
• Financial verification
• Health checks if required
Application & Investment
• Submit citizenship application
• Make qualifying investment
• Provide biometrics
• Pay government fees
Citizenship Acquisition
• Receive approval in principle
• Complete investment transfer
• Oath of allegiance if required
• Collect passport and certificates
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport+Biometrics
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Proof of current address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) may be required
Police conduct certificates are required for all applicants age 16 years and over+In the case of the United States of America, the conduct certificate as issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) should be provided
Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Property purchase agreement or business investment documents+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
159
Classifica generale
Cost
Based on application fee
Residency Requirements
Based on residency requirements
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Residency Privileges Length
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisiti di idoneità
Based on entry requirements
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Program Stability
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
Costo della vita
31
Quality of Life
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Healthcare Quality
27
Internet Speed
41
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Human Freedom
25
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