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Malta Offers Europe’s Best Golden Visa Deal

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Are you thinking of moving to Malta? Numerous foreigners are attracted to the tiny island state every year. Malta provides an affordable pathway to European Residency.

The Malta Permanent Residence Visa Programme offers so much value to clients wishing to make Malta their home away from home, specifically tailored to meet foreigners seeking investment immigration. It is the cheapest golden visa program we have seen in Europe. No other country comes close to this. The key attraction of this program, you can stay or settle in Malta together with your parents indefinitely. There is no world-wide tax. Furthermore, there are no minimum stay restrictions. This program is most suitable for those who seek only permanent residency, not interested in citizenship in Malta. Also fits those people whose countries prohibits dual nationality. (Eg. China, India, Singapore, Saudi Arabia etc). Another scenario is, if you already have a powerful passport with visa free rights to many countries, (eg. US, Canada passport) this program will also be interesting to you.

Malta, the smallest EU state, fall in love with its natural beauty, architectural gems and the Mediterranean joie de vivre that permeates life on the island. Many are also attracted by the various successful industries that are flourishing in Malta such as the gaming industry and the financial services. Other star attractions include the plethora of leisure activities namely diving, cultural events and night life. This island steeped in history, surrounded by the deep, blue Mediterranean Sea and where the sun shines for the majority of days throughout the year.

It is relatively straightforward to obtain the necessary paperwork to be able to move to Malta.

Benefits

  • Low cost and most affordable visa in Europe.
  • Permanent Visa by investment. Become a Full Resident of Malta.
  • Parents-in-law and Grandparents together with applicant may apply (no age limit)
  • Right to settle, stay and reside permanently in Malta
  • Enjoy Visa-free travel across Schengen, 90 out of 180 days;
  • No worldwide income tax
  • No minimum residence condition.
  • Suitable for retirees, expats and families.

Eligibility

– Third country national (must not be EU/EEA national)
– No criminal record
– Prove capital assets of not less than €500,000, out of which a minimum of €150,000 must be financial assets;

Applications must be filed through a licensed agent (we can assign for free)

Two Investments

There are two possible investing routes. The cheapest is the donation route.

1. Donation to Government – 100,000€
2. Real Estate – 300,000€ (South of Malta / Gozo) or 350,000€ (Rest of Malta)

All in all, Under the donation, you can expect one off total costs to 135,000€ all inclusive (family also can be included). If you want to invest in a real estate, please request a quote.

Brochure

Official brochure – Download pdf

Q&A

Will I be able to apply for citizenship?

No, this program will not lead to EU/Malta citizenship. We want to be very clear about this.

Who cannot apply?

Nationals from the currently sanctioned countries of (or have close ties with) Afghanistan, North Korea, Iran, Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Yemen and Venezuela are ineligible. Additionally, applications from the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus are currently not eligible.

Do applying parents or grandparents be above a certain age?

No, there is no age threshold.

Can I work in Malta?

You have to apply for a work permit through normal procedures.

Can same sex couples apply?

Yes, possible.

What documents i have to provide?

Please refer to the checklist of required documents and application forms

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