On July 22, 2025, the Maltese government officially issued Legal Notice No. 146 (L.N-146 of 2025), revising the Permanent Residence Plan (MPRP) - adding temporary residency, adjusting fee structures, and optimizing property rental flexibility.
For families who want to obtain permanent residency in the European Union through Malta, these changes deserve special attention.
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The three core changes of Malta's permanent residency policy:
More flexible and clearer
1、 New residence adjustment allows applicants to apply for a "1-year temporary residence permit" when applying for permanent residency
After passing the background check, the application will be issued, and complete application documents can be submitted within 6 months;
If permanent residency is approved in principle and obligations are fulfilled, temporary residency will be directly transferred to permanent residency.
For families who want to plan ahead to live in Malta, temporary residency can make arrangements for landing, renting, and other activities more relaxed.
2、 Cost structure adjustment, with no change in compliance investment and charitable donation amounts. The following expenses have been updated:
Administrative management fees totaling 60000 euros (15000 euros to be paid upfront and 45000 euros to be paid after approval);
● Additional applicant fee, 7500 euros per person other than spouse (same price for newly added dependents after approval).
Maintain unchanged cost reference - Charity donation of 2000 euros, minimum rental fee of 14000 euros or more per year in the main island of Malta/Gozo, and purchase fee of 375000 euros or more in the main island of Malta/Gozo.
3、 Real estate rental is more flexible, increasing investment value:
When the buyer does not reside, they can temporarily rent out the property (previously, there were strict restrictions on renting);
After completing the first 5-year lease term, tenants can sublet with the landlord's consent (to increase flexibility).
For investors who rely on housing for their livelihood, real estate liquidity is better.
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Malta Permanent Residence:
These core advantages have not changed
Under the new policies of the Malta Immigration Department, the "value" of permanent residency programs remains prominent, especially suitable for family planning:
One person application, four generations of immigration, spouse, children, parents, grandparents can accompany, up to four generations can be covered;
● Friendly threshold, no language, educational background, immigration supervision requirements, approved before investment (safer funds);
Practical identity, permanent residence card is valid permanently, visa free for Schengen 29 countries, and can work and do business in Malta;
Double excellence in education and healthcare, free public education (British system), ranked fifth in the world in terms of medical standards;
The economy is stable and the corporate tax rate is low, making it a popular choice for business and asset allocation in Europe.
The application requirements are simple and clear:
The main applicant is a non EU citizen over the age of 18;
The co applicants are spouses, minor children, unmarried children under the age of 29 who are not financially independent, and both parents/step parents and grandparents who are economically dependent on the main applicant;
Proof of assets exceeding 500000 euros (including 150000 euros in financial assets);
No criminal record, purchase Maltese medical insurance;
● Conduct due diligence.
Malta, as a "four in one" country (EU, Schengen, Eurozone, Commonwealth), has always been recognized for the practicality of permanent residency.
This new policy has optimized processes and flexibility, which is a positive signal for families who want to "obtain EU permanent residency at low cost".
If you have a need to plan Malta's overseas identity, please feel free to inquire with Star Cloud Sea International, and we will provide you with a customized and exclusive solution.
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