Malta offers a gateway to Europe and the world through its highly sought-after Malta Citizenship by Investment Program. Renowned for its excellent quality of life, rich history, and strategic location, Malta provides an exceptional opportunity for individuals and families to secure a second citizenship and a powerful Malta passport.
Malta Residenz mit Investition — Programmübersicht
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| MPRP ab | €68.000 + €375K Immobilie |
| GRP ab | €275K Immobilie + 15% Pauschalsteuer |
| Schengen-Zugang | Ja — 26 Schengen-Staaten |
| EU-Staatsbürgerschaftspfad | Ja — nach 5 Jahren Residenz |
| CBI-Status (MEIN) | Geschlossen April 2025 (EuGH-Urteil) |
Das Programm maltesische Staatsbürgerschaft mit Investition ist für Privatpersonen mit hohem Vermögen konzipiert, die die Staatsbürgerschaft durch einen robusten und effizienten Prozess erlangen möchten. Das Programm ist offiziell als Malta Citizenship by Naturalization for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment bekannt und ermöglicht es Ihnen, maltesischer Staatsbürger zu werden, indem Sie spezifische Anforderungen erfüllen.
Malta bietet derzeit zwei aktive Residenzprogramme mit Investition an: das Malta Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP) und das Malta Global Residence Programme (GRP). Das Malta CBI (MEIN) wurde im April 2025 dauerhaft geschlossen, nachdem der Europäische Gerichtshof entschied, dass es gegen EU-Grundsätze verstößt. Das MPRP bietet unbefristete Residenz mit Schengen-Zugang; das GRP bietet Steuerwohnsitz mit einer Pauschalsteuer von 15% auf remittierte Auslandseinkünfte. Die Naturalisierungsbürgerschaft ist technisch noch verfügbar, aber diskretionär und meritokratisch.
Das MPRP kostet €68.000–€98.000 Regierungsbeitrag (je nachdem, ob Sie eine Immobilie kaufen oder mieten), plus Immobilienerwerb (€375.000 Mindest) oder Miete (€14.000+ pro Jahr), plus gemeinnützige Spende von €2.000 pro Antrag. Das MPRP umfasst Ihren Ehepartner, Kinder, Eltern und Großeltern. Die Gesamtinvestition liegt typischerweise zwischen €450.000–€600.000, abhängig von Immobilie und Familiengröße.
Das Malta Global Residence Programme (GRP) ist ein Steuerwohnsitzprogramm mit einer Pauschalsteuer von 15% auf remittierte Auslandseinkünfte in Malta mit einem Mindeststeuerbeitrag von €15.000 pro Jahr. Sie müssen eine Immobilie im Wert von mindestens €275.000 erwerben (oder €220.000 in Südmalta/Gozo) oder zum Mietzins von mindestens €9.600/Jahr mieten. GRP bietet Schengen-Residenzrechte und ist besonders attraktiv für UHNWI-Privatpersonen, die EU-Steuerwohnsitz mit Pauschalsteuer auf Auslandseinkünfte anstreben.
Ja. Sowohl das MPRP als auch das GRP bieten Residenzrechte im Schengen-Raum und ermöglichen visumfreies Reisen in alle 26 Schengen-Staaten. Die maltesische Residenz gewährt nicht automatisch das Recht, in anderen EU-Mitgliedstaaten zu leben und zu arbeiten — das erfordert die maltesische Staatsbürgerschaft, die durch Naturalisierung nach 5 Jahren legaler Residenz erworben werden kann. Maltas EU/Schengen-Zugang ist ein signifikanter Vorteil gegenüber Nicht-EU-Residenzprogrammen.
Das MPRP bietet die großzügigsten Familieneinschlussbestimmungen aller europäischen Residenzprogramme. Unterhaltsberechtigte können umfassen: einen Ehepartner, finanziell unterhaltsberechtigte Kinder (einschließlich erwachsener Kinder bis 29 Jahre unter bestimmten Umständen), Eltern und Großeltern des Hauptantragstellers und des Ehepartners. Zusätzliche Immobilie/Miete und Beitragszahlungen sind für Eltern und Großeltern erforderlich. Zusätzliche Due-Diligence-Gebühren fallen für jedes Familienmitglied an.
Das Malta Individual Investor Programme (MIIP/MEIN) wurde im April 2025 dauerhaft geschlossen. Der Europäische Gerichtshof entschied, dass Maltas Investitionsbürgerschaftsprogramm gegen das Prinzip der loyalen Zusammenarbeit gemäß EU-Vertrag verstößt, indem es die EU-Staatsbürgerschaft als handelbares Produkt behandelte. Dies beeinträchtigt nicht die bereits vom MEIN vergebenen Staatsbürgerschaften. Das MPRP (unbefristete Residenz) und das GRP (Steuerwohnsitz) bleiben vollständig aktiv und EU-konform.
Ja. Nach 5 Jahren legaler Residenz in Malta können Sie die maltesische Staatsbürgerschaft durch Naturalisierung beantragen. Die maltesische Staatsbürgerschaft bietet einen der weltweit stärksten Pässe (Henley-Ranking Platz 4, über 176 visumfreie Länder einschließlich der USA) und volle EU-Bürgerrechte — Freiheit, in jedem der 27 EU-Mitgliedstaaten zu leben und zu arbeiten. Mirabello Consultancy kann Sie zum optimalen Pfad von maltesischer Residenz zur Staatsbürgerschaft beraten.
The Malta Citizenship by Investment Program offers numerous benefits, making it one of the most attractive citizenship options in the world. Holding a Malta passport grants investors and their families access to a wealth of opportunities, from global mobility to economic and lifestyle advantages. Below are the key benefits:
Malta’s passport is one of the strongest in the world, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries, including the Schengen Zone, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States (with ESTA authorization). This provides seamless international travel without the need for lengthy visa applications.
As an EU member state, Malta grants its citizens the full rights of EU citizenship, allowing them to live, work, and study in any of the 29 EU countries, as well as in Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. This benefit provides access to world-class healthcare, education,and employment opportunities.
Malta permits dual citizenship, allowing investors to retain their original nationality while enjoying the full benefits of Maltese citizenship. This means that applicants do not need to renounce their current citizenship, making it a flexible option for global investors.
The Malta Citizenship by Investment Program allows applicants to include spouses, children, parents, and grandparents in their application. Once granted, citizenship is hereditary, meaning future generations can inherit Maltese nationality.
Malta boasts a strong economy, political stability, and a favorable tax system, making it an ideal location for business and investment. The country offers low corporate tax rates, multiple tax incentives, and a strategic location within Europe, making it a hub for international business.
Maltese citizens benefit from a world-class healthcare system, ranked among the best in Europe. Additionally, Malta provides access to top-tier education institutions, including partnerships with leading universities across the EU and the UK.
Malta has a favorable tax regime for residents and investors, with no wealth tax, inheritance tax, or worldwide income tax for non-domiciled citizens. Additionally, the country has over 70 double taxation treaties, ensuring tax efficiency for global investors.
With its mild climate, stunning coastlines, and vibrant culture, Malta offers an exceptional quality of life. The country is known for its low crime rates, friendly communities, and English-speaking environment, making it a desirable destination for investors and families alike.
1. Residency Requirement:
2. Investment Requirements:
Direct Investment:
Real Estate Investment:
Philanthropic Donation:
3. Due Diligence and Eligibility:
The Main Applicant must be over 18 years of age.
Children, including those from previous marriages, may be included in the citizenship application. Children must be under 29 years old, unmarried, and dependent on the investor.
Parents who are over 55 years old can also be included in the Malta citizenship by investment application process.
To be eligible for Maltese citizenship, applicants must meet distinct criteria from residency, property engagement, direct financial investment, to philanthropic contributions.
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Opt for a reputable and experienced partner to assist you in navigating the Malta citizenship application process from the start to avoid headaches. The experts of Mirabello Consultancy know the ins and outs of acquiring Malta citizenship by investment, streamlining the process. With a preliminary background check and due diligence, you will be off to a strong start.
Mirabello Consultancy is with you every step of the way in your Malta citizenship by investment process. Once the administrative process is completed and the right property is rented locally, all adult applicants need to travel to Malta to provide biometric data and personally apply for their residency. Two weeks later the residency cards will be issued and shipped to the applicants. At this stage the applicant is a legal resident of Malta and can live in Malta as well as travel across the Schengen area. A minimum of 12 months legal residency is required before the applicant can be naturalized.
After the residency status is confirmed by the government agency, Mirabello Consultancy experts are going to actively work on the eligibility application preparing all requested government forms and supporting documents, ensuring they meet all Malta citizenship requirements. The eligibility application pack will be submitted remotely to the governmental agency, Community Malta Agency. Then the governmental agency would conduct an enhanced due diligence on each applicant and return to us with further requests if needed for its final decision. This can take between 4 to 6 months.
With approval in principle, the applicant's family is set for Maltese citizenship. All that is left is for the Main Applicant (Investor) to finalize the exceptional contribution (EUR 600,000 (36 months Residency) or EUR 750,000 12 months Residency) in addition to the Charity Donation of EUR 10,000 and a 5 year promise to continue renting or purchasing a property in the country. Mirabello Consultancy will help you get everything done during the first year of residency.
Once all the investment parts are done, the Agency will confirm its satisfaction and invite the main applicant and the family to the country for the official naturalization ceremony and collection of their new travel and identification documents (Passports and ID cards).
The minimum investment requirement for real estate in Malta is now at least €700,000 EUR; it reflects a significant change in the eligibility criteria for the Acquisition of Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment. It's important for potential applicants to be aware of these updated investment thresholds and to consult with experienced legal professionals to ensure they meet the Malta citizenship by investment current requirements.
There are no specific language requirements to apply for a Malta passport through the Acquisition of Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Program. It's crucial to remember that language requirements might change over time, and it's possible that the program's requirements have changed since then.
Yes, a Maltese passport is indeed a European Union (EU) passport. Malta is a member state of the European Union, having joined the EU on May 1, 2004. All Malta citizens are also EU citizens, and they enjoy the rights and privileges associated with EU citizenship. This includes the ability to live, work, study, and travel freely within the EU member states, as well as access to various social benefits and protections afforded to EU citizens. The possession of a Maltese passport grants individuals the advantage of EU citizenship, making it a valuable travel and identity document within the European Union.
A comprehensive set of documentation is required throughout the application process for the Malta citizenship by investment program.
No, Malta's traditional Citizenship by Investment programme (MEIN — Maltese Exceptional Investor Naturalisation) was closed in April 2025 following a ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) that the programme violated EU principles. Malta can no longer grant citizenship purely on the basis of financial investment.
For investors specifically seeking an EU passport through investment, direct CBI routes in Europe are now effectively closed. Mirabello Consultancy can advise on alternative pathways including Malta's residency programmes (MPRP, GRP), Cyprus residency leading to citizenship, or Portuguese residency with a citizenship pathway.
The Malta MEIN (Maltese Exceptional Investor Naturalisation) programme was replaced by a merit-based "Citizenship by Merit" scheme. This new programme is fundamentally different from the traditional CBI model and is not accessible through investment alone.
For investors who were attracted to Malta for its EU passport (176 visa-free countries including the USA), Mirabello Consultancy recommends exploring Malta's residency programmes such as the MPRP (permanent residency from EUR 68,000 plus property) or the GRP (tax optimisation programme). These provide Schengen access and a base in the EU whilst you explore longer-term citizenship pathways through naturalisation.
Applicants who had their Malta MEIN applications submitted and approved before the programme's closure in April 2025 are being processed to completion. The Maltese government has committed to honouring approvals already granted under the previous framework.
If you had a pending Malta CBI application or are exploring alternative EU citizenship routes, Mirabello Consultancy can advise on the best path forward based on your specific situation and timeline requirements.
With Malta's CBI programme closed and no other EU member state offering direct citizenship by investment, obtaining an EU passport now requires a residency-first approach. Several programmes offer a viable pathway from residency to eventual EU citizenship through naturalisation.
Each route has different investment levels, physical presence requirements, and timelines to citizenship. Mirabello Consultancy can help you compare these options and develop a strategy tailored to your budget, timeline, and mobility goals.
Yes, whilst Malta's CBI programme (MEIN) is closed, Malta's residency-by-investment programmes remain fully active and continue to accept applications. These provide legal residency in Malta with Schengen Area access and potential long-term pathways to citizenship through naturalisation.
The MPRP is the most popular choice for investors seeking permanent EU residency. It provides the right to live in Malta and travel freely throughout the 27 Schengen countries. Contact Mirabello Consultancy to discuss which Malta residency programme best suits your objectives.
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled in 2025 that Malta's MEIN programme violated fundamental EU principles regarding the genuine connection between a citizen and their member state. The ruling effectively ended the sale of EU citizenship across the bloc.
The ruling marked the end of European golden passport programmes. For investors seeking EU access, residency-by-investment programmes remain the primary route. Mirabello Consultancy can advise on the most efficient pathways to EU residency and eventual citizenship after the MEIN closure.