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Malta Citizenship by Investment

Malta’s Citizenship by Investment program offers you the opportunity to become a European Union citizen through a strategic investment. Officially known as the Maltese Citizenship by Naturalization for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment (MEIN), this program allows you and your family to acquire full EU citizenship by meeting key requirements: residing in Malta, donating to the National Development and Social Fund, and investing in real estate. In return, you gain the freedom to live, work, and study across the EU, access world-class healthcare and education, and travel visa-free to over 140 countries. Let WeRWealthy guide you through every step of the process with expert support.

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Advantages of Malta Citizenship

Maltese citizenship lets you live, work, and study anywhere in the EU without needing extra permits. You gain full access to all EU countries at any time.
Move Freely Across the EU

Your Gateway to Global Citizenship

Traveling and going on business trips to a plethora of countries without visas

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Citizenship by Investment in Malta Eligibility

Establish Your Global Presence

  • You must be at least 18 years old.
  • You need to show assets worth at least €500,000, including €150,000 in financial assets. From January 2025, this increases to €650,000 in total assets, with €75,000 in financial assets.
  • You must pass a strict four-tier due diligence check by the Community Malta Agency.
  • You choose between two contribution options:
    • Pay €600,000 and live in Malta for 36 months.
    • Pay €750,000 and live in Malta for 12 months.
  • You must either buy a property worth at least €3,75,000 or rent one for at least €14,000 per year. You must keep the property for at least five years.
  • You must donate €10,000 to a registered Maltese NGO.

Malta Citizenship Step by Step Process

Getting Maltese citizenship through investment involves a clear and detailed procedure. Here's how it works:

Due Diligence

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Before moving forward, the Maltese government carries out a strict four-tier due diligence check. This includes background verification, source of funds review, and global risk checks. You and all adult family members must pass this screening, which is conducted by the Community Malta Agency to ensure the highest standards of integrity and security.

Due Diligence

Obtaining Residency

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Once you pass the initial review, you apply for a residency card. This gives you the right to legally live in Malta. You must maintain residency for either 12 or 36 months, depending on the investment route you choose. During this time, you’ll need a residential address and must be physically present in Malta as required.

Obtaining Residency

Eligibility Assessment

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After completing your residency period, you’ll submit your eligibility application. At this stage, authorities will check if you’ve met all program requirements- like your financial contribution, property investment, and donation to a local NGO. If everything checks out, you’ll receive approval to move to the final stage.

Eligibility Assessment

Applying for Citizenship

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With eligibility confirmed, you can now apply for Maltese citizenship. You must make the full contribution (either €600,000 or €750,000, depending on your residency period), finalize your real estate investment, and donate €10,000 to a registered Maltese NGO. Once all papers and documents are submitted, your application will be reviewed for final approval.

Applying for Citizenship

Getting a Passport

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After approval, you and your family must visit Malta to take the Oath of Allegiance. Once this is done, you’ll be granted your Certificates of Naturalization. Then, you can apply for your Maltese passports and officially enjoy the rights of an EU citizen, including visa-free travel to over 140 countries and full access to the EU.

Getting a Passport

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