By virtue of the publication of Legal Notice 437 of 2020 on November 20, 2020, introducing an option through which one can acquire Maltese citizenship. This law allows for the Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment to duly qualified, reputable foreign individuals and families who make a significant contribution to the economic…
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On the 3rd of July a significant announcement took place that changes the landscape for those seeking to attain Maltese residency. Alex Muscat, the Parliamentary Secretary for Citizenship confirmed that with effect from the 30th of September, the MIIP (Malta Individual Investor Programme) and commonly referred to as the “passport-for-cash” scheme was set to be…
On June 5, 2020, the Individual Investor Programme Agency announced that quotas for participation in Maltese citizenship programme by investments were almost over. However, Malta will continue to grant citizenship by investment: in October 2020, a new program will begin. What does it mean? According to MIIP Agency plans, a maximum of 1800 passports can…
In terms of Legal Notice 288 of 2015, the Malta Residence and Visa Programme (“MRVP Rules”) has been introduced for Third Country Nationals, who are not nationals of the EU, EEA or Switzerland. A beneficiary of the MRVP and his/her qualifying dependants will be issuing with a Malta Residence Permit which should entitle them to…
Malta has introduced a residency scheme in terms of which a residency permit is granted confirming the right to land and remain permanently in Malta, to individuals who satisfy specified conditions. The certificate entitles the beneficiary and his dependants to reside, settle and stay indefinitely in Malta and constitutes an e-residence card entitling the holder…