Malta Golden Visa
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Permanent residence in Malta
Maltese permanent residency is the best European option offering genuine permanent residency (PR) from day one.
Budget minimum
You pay a reasonable contribution of €68,000 to the Maltese government and make a philanthropic donation of €2,000. In addition, you rent an apartment for €10,000/year.
The whole family
Your minor children and even your dependent adult children can also be included in your application. Your parents and your spouse's parents are also eligible.
Travel freely in Europe
As Malta is part of Europe's Schengen area your resident card allows you to travel freely within the EU without the need for a Schengen visa.
How to obtain the Malta permanent resident card?
You must meet one of these three criteria:
1. CONTRIBUTION from €68,000
You can choose:
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Pay a government contribution of €68,000 if you buy a property (see point 3)
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Pay a government contribution of €98,000 if you rent a property (see point 3)
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You must also pay legal fees (depending on the size of the family)
2. DONATION of €2,000
Make a philanthropic contribution of €2,000 to a charity.
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3. PURCHASE OR RENTAL OF A PROPERTY from €10,000
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In Malta: purchase from €350,000 or rental from €12,000/year
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In the southern region of Malta or in Gozo: purchase from €300,000 or rental from €100,000/year
How to get a permanent resident visa in Malta?
Principal Applicant
Good Reputation
Have assets of at least €500,000
Including €150,000 in financial assets.
Spouse
Marriage certificate or proof of cohabitation or common-law marriage
Minor Children
Dependent children under the age of 18 years old
Parents and grandparents
Parents and grandparents of the main applicant and also of the spouse
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Adult Children
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Not married
About Malta
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The Maltese Islands - located right in the middle of the Mediterranean - are among the most affluent in the region. They have a rich culture, a long history, welcoming people and diverse attractions.
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Malta is world renowned for its quality of life; this is mainly due to its exceptional lifestyle, favourable climate, good value for money living conditions, security and stability of the Maltese Islands.
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The Malta Residency and Visa Programme provides you with a European Residence Card that allows you to travel visa-free within the Schengen Area. You are allowed to stay in Malta indefinitely: to settle, study, work as an employee or set up your own Maltese business.
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Residents can enjoy an exceptional standard of living in Malta with a cost of living significantly lower than in Italy, the UK, France, Spain or Ireland. At the same time, the island's very low crime rate means that Malta is a safe country and an ideal base for you and your family.