Global Residence Programme
Malta
Last updated: December 26, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$354
3–4 months
Medium
About this Visa
Malta's Global Residence Programme is a visa for people from outside Europe who want to live in Malta with tax benefits. You get 15% tax on foreign income and can travel freely across 29 European countries. You don't have to live in Malta full-time—you just can't spend more than 183 days per year in any other country. This program is for remote workers, retirees, and anyone with stable foreign income who wants European access without major investment or employment.
Key Benefits
- Work in Malta with separate work permit
- Travel to 29 European countries visa-free
- Bring spouse and children under 25
- 15% tax on foreign income you bring to Malta
- Zero tax on foreign income you don't bring to Malta
- No minimum days required in Malta
- Access to schools and healthcare
- Indefinite renewable permits
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- 18 years or older
- From outside EU, EEA, or Switzerland
- No criminal record
- Valid EU-wide health insurance
- Stable foreign income
- Must buy property (€220,000–€275,000) or rent (€8,750–€9,600/year)
- Not under criminal investigation
- Not a security threat
- Pass international background checks
Financial Requirement
Stable, regular income from abroad. Minimum annual tax €15,000 ($17,624). Must prove economic self-sufficiency.
Documents
- Valid passportCurrent and valid
- Birth certificateCertified copy
- Property deed or rental contract12+ month agreement
- Bank statements3-6 months recent
- Tax returns1-2 years
- Health insurance certificateEurope-wide coverage
- Police conduct certificateRecent from home country
- Marriage certificateIf bringing spouse
- Children's birth certificatesIf bringing children
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.