Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)

Community Malta Agency Number : AKM-IMMV

One of the most attractive permanent residency programmes available is the Malta Permanent Residence Programme. The Programme which is regulated by a robust legal framework, has so far attracted thousands of applications from all over the world. It is a permanent residency programme which allows applicants, parents-in-law and grandparents the opportunity to reside or settle indefinitely in Malta or Gozo. The residency cards provide an opportunity to applicants to travel within the twenty-six countries making up the Schengen zone one hundred and eighty days per year. Once residency is attained, applicants may opt to find employment and/or set up a business in Malta or Gozo. The investment is reasonable given that the Maltese islands are continuously registering growth in their economy.

Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)

Community Malta Agency Number : AKM-IMMV

One of the most attractive permanent residency programmes available is the Malta Permanent Residence Programme. The Programme which is regulated by a robust legal framework, has so far attracted thousands of applications from all over the world. It is a permanent residency programme which allows applicants, parents-in-law and grandparents the opportunity to reside or settle indefinitely in Malta or Gozo. The residency cards provide an opportunity to applicants to travel within the twenty-six countries making up the Schengen zone one hundred and eighty days per year. Once residency is attained, applicants may opt to find employment and/or set up a business in Malta or Gozo. The investment is reasonable given that the Maltese islands are continuously registering growth in their economy.

Malta Permanent Residence Programme

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) grants permanent residency to third-country nationals and their families in return for a financial contribution and investment in Malta. This programme is especially relevant for individuals from countries that do not allow dual citizenship.

Legal Basis

• Legal Notice 146 of 2025 (effective for applications submitted on or after 1 January 2025)

Key 2025 Reforms Summary

• Temporary Residence Permit issued for 1 year after background checks and biometrics
• Unified Government Contribution of €37,000 (regardless of renting or purchasing property)
• Government Administration Fee: €60,000
  • €15,000 (non-refundable, due on submission)
  • €45,000 (payable post-approval in principle)
  • No additional government contribution for spouse or children under 18
  • Other dependants (adult children, parents): €7,500 per person
  • Mandatory €2,000 donation to a Maltese NGO
• Residency card fee:
  • €27.50 for temporary 1-year card
  • €137.50 for 5-year permanent card
• Processing time: 4–6 months
• Biometrics required once
• No minimum stay required
• New Licensing Authority: Residency Malta Agency (replacing Agenzija Komunità Malta)

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a third-country national (not EU, EEA, or Swiss)
• Not benefiting from other Maltese residency or citizenship schemes
• Must have stable and regular resources to support themselves and dependants
• Possession of valid travel documents
• Pass a strict 4-tier due diligence process
• Financial requirements:
  • €500,000 net worth, of which €150,000 must be in financial assets, OR
  • €650,000 net worth, of which €75,000 must be in financial assets

Dependants

• Spouse or long-term partner
• Children under the age of 18
• Unmarried, financially dependent children over 18
• Dependent parents and grandparents of main applicant or spouse
• Adult children with certified disability

Qualifying Property

• Minimum rental: €14,000/year (North or South Malta)
• Minimum purchase: €375,000 (North or South Malta)

New Flexibility in Property Use

• Purchased properties may now be leased out once the Approval in Principle is issued.
• This is currently limited to properties located in Special Designated Areas (SDAs) and is applicable only to applicants whose applications were submitted on or after 1 January 2025.
• Tenants (renters) may sublet after 5 years, subject to landlord consent and agency notification.
• Licensed real estate agents must maintain a log of all leasing or subletting activities and submit this if requested by the Residency Malta Agency.

Benefits

• Permanent residency in Malta or Gozo
• Visa-free travel within the Schengen Zone
• No minimum physical presence required
• Right to include four generations in one application
• Flexible property use (esp. for SDA purchases)
• Streamlined processing with optional temporary residence
• Lower overall dependent costs
• Competitive total cost compared to other EU programmes