# Malta MPRP Guide: full text for AI assistants > Verified, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP): eligibility, requirements, costs, property, application process, family and documents. Generated 4 October 2026. Index: https://www.maltamprp.com/llms.txt. MCP server: https://www.maltamprp.com/api/mcp. # Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP): verified figures at a glance URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp - Official authority: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Property purchase minimum: €375,000; rent minimum: €14,000 per year - Requirements on record: 15; application steps: 8; document types: 34; dependant categories: 7 ## Fees and contributions currently in force | Fee | Amount | Unit | Applies to | Payment stage | Effective from | Legal reference | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Non-refundable administration fee — main applicant | €60,000 | per application | Main applicant (covers the application as a whole) | Varies (€15,000 within one month of submission; remaining €45,000 within two months of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1), 9(4) and First Schedule (i) | | Administration fee — initial instalment on submission | €15,000 | per application | Main applicant, part of the €60,000 administration fee | On submission (Within one (1) month from the submission of the application) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1); First Schedule (i) | | Administration fee — balance after approval in principle | €45,000 | per application | Main applicant, balance of the €60,000 administration fee | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within two (2) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4); First Schedule (i) | | Government contribution — main applicant | €37,000 | per application | Main applicant, whether the qualifying property is purchased or rented | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within eight (8) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4)(a); First Schedule (ii) | | Donation to a registered Maltese NGO | €2,000 | per application | Main applicant | Before the certificate is issued (Within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle and before the certificate is issued) | 29 March 2021 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'donation'); regulation 9(4)(c) | | Minimum value — qualifying owned property (Malta or Gozo) | €375,000 | minimum value | Main applicant choosing the purchase route | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Title to a qualifying property to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 1 January 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'qualifying owned property') | | Minimum annual rent — qualifying rented property (Malta or Gozo) | €14,000 | minimum per year | Main applicant choosing the rental route | Recurring (Lease to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle; property to be held for five years) | 1 January 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'qualifying rented property'); regulation 15(1)(c) | | Residence card fee (five-year card) | €500 | per person | Each person included on the certificate (main applicant and every dependant) | When residence cards are issued (When residence cards are issued) | 22 July 2025 | Residency Malta Agency MPRP page and brochure 9/2025: 'a residence card fee of €500 per person, covering a period of five years' | | Non-refundable administration fee — per adult dependant | €7,500 | per dependant | Each dependant other than the spouse, minor children and adult children certified as having a disability (i.e. adult children aged 18–28 and parents/grandparents) | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within two (2) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle, or on submission when a dependant is added to an existing certificate) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 11(1) and First Schedule (i), proviso | | Health insurance premium (indicative range, per person per year) | €250 – €750 (estimate) | per year | Every person on the certificate; policy must cover all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals | Recurring (Policy to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle; maintained throughout) | 1 July 2024 | RMA FAQ V2.6.1, Q84: 'The health insurance premium should be in the range of €250 - €750 per person according to age.' | ## Latest change Legal Notice 146 of 2025: administration fee rises to €60,000, contribution unified at €37,000, spouse and minors exempt from dependant fees, one-year temporary residence permit (effective 22 July 2025): The July 2025 amendment reshaped the fee schedule, exempted spouses, minor children and adult children with a disability from the dependant administration fee, introduced a temporary residence permit on application and a new agent-licensing regime. https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-146-2025-fee-restructure-temporary-residence ## Read more - Fees in detail: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/cost (tool: get_mprp_programme section=fees) - Requirements: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/requirements (section=requirements) - Application process: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/application (section=process) - Documents: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/documents (section=documents) - Family and dependants: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/family (section=dependants) - Cost estimate for a family: tool calculate_mprp_cost ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # MPRP fees, contributions and property minimums currently in force URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/cost | Fee | Amount | Unit | Applies to | Payment stage | Effective from | Legal reference | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Non-refundable administration fee — main applicant | €60,000 | per application | Main applicant (covers the application as a whole) | Varies (€15,000 within one month of submission; remaining €45,000 within two months of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1), 9(4) and First Schedule (i) | | Administration fee — initial instalment on submission | €15,000 | per application | Main applicant, part of the €60,000 administration fee | On submission (Within one (1) month from the submission of the application) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1); First Schedule (i) | | Administration fee — balance after approval in principle | €45,000 | per application | Main applicant, balance of the €60,000 administration fee | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within two (2) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4); First Schedule (i) | | Government contribution — main applicant | €37,000 | per application | Main applicant, whether the qualifying property is purchased or rented | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within eight (8) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4)(a); First Schedule (ii) | | Donation to a registered Maltese NGO | €2,000 | per application | Main applicant | Before the certificate is issued (Within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle and before the certificate is issued) | 29 March 2021 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'donation'); regulation 9(4)(c) | | Minimum value — qualifying owned property (Malta or Gozo) | €375,000 | minimum value | Main applicant choosing the purchase route | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Title to a qualifying property to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle) | 1 January 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'qualifying owned property') | | Minimum annual rent — qualifying rented property (Malta or Gozo) | €14,000 | minimum per year | Main applicant choosing the rental route | Recurring (Lease to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle; property to be held for five years) | 1 January 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'qualifying rented property'); regulation 15(1)(c) | | Residence card fee (five-year card) | €500 | per person | Each person included on the certificate (main applicant and every dependant) | When residence cards are issued (When residence cards are issued) | 22 July 2025 | Residency Malta Agency MPRP page and brochure 9/2025: 'a residence card fee of €500 per person, covering a period of five years' | | Non-refundable administration fee — per adult dependant | €7,500 | per dependant | Each dependant other than the spouse, minor children and adult children certified as having a disability (i.e. adult children aged 18–28 and parents/grandparents) | After Letter of Approval in Principle (Within two (2) months from the issuance of the Letter of Approval in Principle, or on submission when a dependant is added to an existing certificate) | 22 July 2025 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 11(1) and First Schedule (i), proviso | | Health insurance premium (indicative range, per person per year) | €250 – €750 (estimate) | per year | Every person on the certificate; policy must cover all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals | Recurring (Policy to be presented within eight (8) months from the Letter of Approval in Principle; maintained throughout) | 1 July 2024 | RMA FAQ V2.6.1, Q84: 'The health insurance premium should be in the range of €250 - €750 per person according to age.' | ## Notes - **Non-refundable administration fee — main applicant**: Non-refundable. The Agency may refuse the application if the initial €15,000 is not received within one month of submission. - **Administration fee — initial instalment on submission**: Component of ADMIN_FEE_MAIN; shown separately for the payment-stage view. - **Administration fee — balance after approval in principle**: Component of ADMIN_FEE_MAIN; shown separately for the payment-stage view. - **Government contribution — main applicant**: Since L.N. 146 of 2025 the contribution is the same (€37,000) for the purchase and the rental route. - **Donation to a registered Maltese NGO**: To a local philanthropic, cultural, sport, scientific, animal welfare or artistic NGO registered with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations, or as otherwise approved by the Agency. - **Minimum value — qualifying owned property (Malta or Gozo)**: This is a minimum property value, not a fee. Since 1 January 2025 the same threshold applies across Malta and Gozo (the previous South of Malta / Gozo distinction was removed). - **Minimum annual rent — qualifying rented property (Malta or Gozo)**: Minimum rent per annum, not a fee. The qualifying property must be held for a minimum of five years from the appointed day. - **Residence card fee (five-year card)**: Stated by the Agency's official page and brochure. The older FAQ (V2.6.1, 2024) listed €137.50 per person plus €27.50 per year on renewal; that figure is kept as a historical row. - **Non-refundable administration fee — per adult dependant**: Spouse, children under 18 and adult children with a certified disability pay no administration fee (First Schedule proviso; definition 'dependant' paragraphs (a), (b), (e)). - **Health insurance premium (indicative range, per person per year)**: Indicative range quoted in the Agency FAQ. Actual premiums depend on age, insurer and cover. The FAQ also states a minimum cover of €30,000 per annum covering full expenses for Malta. ## Property minimums - Purchase: at least €375,000 - Rent: at least €14,000 per year ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/cost). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # MPRP requirements URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/requirements ## Eligibility ### Third-country national (non-EU, non-EEA, non-Swiss) The MPRP is only open to people who are not citizens of an EU member state, an EEA state (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) or Switzerland. Maltese citizens cannot apply. The same applies to every dependant included on the certificate. - Applies to: Main applicant and every dependant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition) and regulation 15(1)(a), 15(2)(a) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > "third-country national" means any person who is not a citizen of the European Union within the meaning of Article 20 of the Treaty on the European Union and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union: Provided that for the purposes of these regulations, EEA nationals and Swiss nationals shall not be considered to be third-country nationals. **Exceptions:** None documented. A beneficiary who later becomes a Maltese, EEA or Swiss national ceases to benefit from the certificate (regulation 17(1)). **Evidence:** Certified true copy of the full passport for each person; identity card where issued. **Common mistakes:** Dual nationals holding an EU passport are not third-country nationals for these purposes. ### Main applicant must be at least 18 Only an adult (18 or over) can be the main applicant. Younger family members can be included as dependants. - Applies to: Main applicant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > An individual who has attained the age of eighteen (18) years, as duly represented by an agent, may apply to the Agency for the issuance of a certificate under these regulations. **Evidence:** Passport and birth certificate. ### Not from a country excluded by the Agency The Residency Malta Agency publishes, and periodically revises, a list of countries whose nationals (or people with close ties to them) cannot apply. The list is a policy decision of the Agency, not part of the regulations, so it can change at any time. - Applies to: Main applicant and dependants - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: Residency Malta Agency MPRP page; S.L. 217.26 regulation 13(1)(h) (international sanctions) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > They must not hail from sanctioned countries, as announced from time to time by Residency Malta. **Exceptions:** The Agency decides which countries are excluded and may revise the list at its discretion. **Evidence:** Nationality shown in the passport; the Agency also considers close ties to an excluded country. **Common mistakes:** Assuming a list found on a third-party website is current. The FAQ (V2.6.1, 2024) named Afghanistan, North Korea, Iran, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Yemen and Venezuela, and stated that applications from the Russian Federation and Belarus were not eligible; this list may since have been revised — confirm with the Agency or a licensed agent. ### Not a beneficiary of certain other Maltese residence/tax schemes The main applicant and dependants cannot at the same time benefit from the Residents Scheme Regulations, the Highly Qualified Persons Rules, the High Net Worth Individuals (Non-EU/EEA/Swiss) Rules, the Malta Retirement Programme Rules, the Qualifying Employment in Innovation and Creativity Rules or the Residence Programme Rules. - Applies to: Main applicant and dependants - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'dependant', proviso); regulation 15(1)(b), 15(2)(b) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > he is not a person who benefits under the Residents Scheme Regulations, the Highly Qualified Persons Rules, the High Net Worth Individuals - Non-EU/EEA/Swiss Nationals Rules, the Malta Retirement Programme Rules, the Qualifying Employment in Innovation and Creativity (Personal Tax) Rules or the Residence Programme Rules **Evidence:** Declaration in the application forms. ## Financial ### Capital assets of €500,000 (incl. €150,000 financial) or €650,000 (incl. €75,000 financial) On submission, the main applicant must prove they own assets worth at least €500,000, of which at least €150,000 are financial assets (for example bank deposits, listed shares, bonds or funds). Alternatively, assets of at least €650,000 with at least €75,000 in financial assets. The requirement applies to the main applicant alone and does not increase with the number of dependants. The capital must be maintained for five years from the date the certificate is issued. - Applies to: Main applicant (the spouse's share of jointly owned property may count only if the spouse is on the application — FAQ Q25) - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(2); regulation 15(1)(g) (held for five years) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > Upon submission of the application, the main applicant … shall present evidence of possession of assets, to the satisfaction of the Agency: (a) having a value of not less than five hundred thousand euro (€500,000), out of which a minimum of one hundred and fifty thousand euro (€150,000) shall be in the form of financial assets …; or (b) having a value of not less than six hundred and fifty thousand euro (€650,000), out of which a minimum of seventy-five thousand euro (€75,000) shall be in the form of financial assets … **Exceptions:** A qualifying property purchased by the main applicant may count towards the assets (regulation 12(1)(c) proviso). **Evidence:** Bank statements, investment portfolio statements, property valuations by an architect, company financial statements — issued by reputable institutions (FAQ Q32–Q33). Cryptocurrencies are not accepted as financial assets (FAQ Q27). **Common mistakes:** Counting assets held in a benefactor's name (they must be transferred to the applicant with documentary evidence — FAQ Q36); relying on an employment income test, which no longer exists (FAQ Q28). ### Stable and regular resources The applicant must be able to support themselves and their dependants without relying on Malta's social assistance system, for the whole life of the certificate. - Applies to: Main applicant (in respect of the whole family) - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 15(1)(d) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > he is in receipt of stable and regular resources which are sufficient to maintain himself and his dependants without recourse to the social assistance system of Malta **Evidence:** Statement of source of funds and wealth (Form MPRP2), bank statements, evidence of employment or business ownership. ## Property ### Qualifying property: purchase (≥ €375,000) or rent (≥ €14,000 per year) Within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle the applicant must show title to a residential property in Malta or Gozo — either purchased for at least €375,000 or rented for at least €14,000 a year. The property must meet health and safety standards and be suitable for the family. It must be held for at least five years from the date the certificate is issued; afterwards the beneficiary must still hold a residential property in Malta or Gozo, but the minimum value no longer applies. - Applies to: Main applicant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definitions); regulation 9(4)(b); regulation 15(1)(c) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > "qualifying owned property" means an immovable residential property purchased or acquired by title of emphyteusis at a consideration of not less than three hundred and seventy-five thousand euro (€375,000) for a property situated in Malta or Gozo … "qualifying rented property" means a residential property taken on lease for a rent of not less than fourteen thousand euro (€14,000) per annum for a property situated in Malta or Gozo **Exceptions:** A property bought before the application for less than €375,000 can qualify if works paid for by the applicant bring its value to at least €375,000, supported by an independent architect's valuation; the Agency may appoint its own architect and decides in all cases (regulation 3, provisos). During the first five years an owned property may be replaced with another owned property, and a rented property with another rented or an owned property, with the Agency's consent (regulation 15(1)(c) proviso). Switching from owned to rented is not allowed in the first five years (FAQ Q16, Q18). **Evidence:** Deed of purchase or lease agreement; for leases, Housing Authority registration, utility bill, photos and rent receipt (FAQ Q16); declaration of bedrooms and square metres. **Common mistakes:** Hotel rooms or non-residential property do not qualify (FAQ Q19). An Acquisition of Immovable Property (AIP) permit is still required for purchases outside a Special Designated Area (FAQ Q21). ## Health ### Health insurance covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals The main applicant and every dependant must hold a health insurance policy covering, in Malta, the risks normally covered for Maltese nationals, and keep it in force for as long as they hold the certificate. Dependants are not issued a residence card until they prove they have cover. The Agency describes the policy as covering risks in Malta and other European countries. - Applies to: Main applicant and every dependant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4)(d); regulation 15(1)(f); regulation 15(3) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > present a health insurance policy in respect of all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals … he is in possession of a health insurance in respect of all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals for himself and his dependants as the Agency considers appropriate from time to time **Evidence:** Insurance policy document presented within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle, with a signed declaration that the main applicant will cover any additional local medical expenses not covered by the policy (FAQ Q83). **Common mistakes:** Letting the policy lapse — the Agency removes a dependant from the certificate if cover is not maintained (regulation 15(3)). The FAQ indicates a minimum cover of €30,000 per annum for Malta, with separate travel insurance for Schengen travel (FAQ Q84). ### Good health — no serious or contagious illness Applicants must confirm that they and their dependants are not suffering from a serious illness or contagious disease and are otherwise in good health, so that they will not be an unreasonable burden on Malta's health system. A medical report and questionnaire (Form MPRP3) completed by a medical practitioner is part of the application. - Applies to: Main applicant and every dependant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 12(1)(f) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > confirmation to the satisfaction of the Agency that the main applicant and his dependants are not suffering from any serious illness or contagious disease and that they are otherwise in good health and will not be, in terms of the medical review carried out by the Agency, of an unreasonable burden on the national health system **Evidence:** Form MPRP3 (Medical Report and Questionnaire) with the patient's identification document stamped and signed by the examining physician (FAQ Q61–Q62). ## Fit and proper ### Fit and proper: clean criminal record and no threat to public interest Every applicant and dependant aged 14 or over is subject to background verification. The regulations list disqualifying circumstances: being indicted before an international criminal court; being listed by INTERPOL or EUROPOL; posing a threat to national security, public policy or public health; charges or convictions for terrorism, money laundering, funding of terrorism, crimes against humanity, war crimes or human-rights crimes; offences against the good order of the family (such as paedophilia, rape, abduction); any offence punishable with more than one year's imprisonment (other than an involuntary offence); being named in international sanctions; a previous refusal of an MPRP certificate or of Maltese citizenship; previous loss of a certificate; involvement in activity that may bring Malta into disrepute; or the application being against the public interest. - Applies to: Main applicant and every dependant (background checks from age 14) - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 13(1)(a)–(l); regulation 14 (due diligence) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > the minimum eligibility criteria for an application under these regulations, for the main applicant and any of his dependants, shall be as follows: (a) a proper background verification of the main applicant and his dependants over the age of fourteen (14) years … (l) the application is not deemed to be against the public interest. **Evidence:** Police conduct certificates; sworn declaration that the information provided is true (regulation 13(1)(g)); agent's know-your-customer report; the Agency's own multi-tier due diligence including third-party providers. **Common mistakes:** Omitting a country of residence from the police-certificate list; providing false or incomplete information, which alone is a ground for refusal (regulation 12(6)). ## Documents ### Police conduct certificates (age 14+) An original conduct certificate is required for the main applicant and every dependant over 14, from the country of origin and from every country where the person lived for more than six months in the last ten years. Where a certificate genuinely cannot be obtained, the Agency may accept a sworn affidavit declaring a clean criminal record. - Applies to: Main applicant and dependants over 14 - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 12(1)(a) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > a conduct certificate, in original format, in relation to the main applicant and any dependant who is older than fourteen (14) years of age at the time of application, issued by the competent authorities in the country of origin and in the country or countries of residence where such a person would have resided for a period of more than six (6) months during the last ten (10) years. **Exceptions:** In exceptional cases where the certificate is proven unobtainable, an affidavit may be accepted; the Agency may allow late submission before approval in principle. **Evidence:** Original certificates (apostilled/legalised where applicable) with authenticated English translations. **Common mistakes:** A Maltese police certificate is not required if the applicant never resided in Malta (FAQ Q46). ### Documents in English, originals or certified copies Forms and supporting documents must be completed in English. Documents in another language need an authenticated translation. Unless an original is expressly required, a certified copy of the original is acceptable; the certifier must state their name, capacity, address, telephone and email. - Applies to: All documents - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 12(3); regulation 13(2) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > Application forms and other accompanying documents shall be completed in English. If the original language of the accompanying documents is not English, the documents shall be accompanied by an authenticated translation into English. **Evidence:** Certified copies by a warranted lawyer or notary, commissioner for oaths, Maltese consular officer or Agency officer (regulation 3, 'certified copy'). ## Family ### Affidavit of support for each adult dependant (except spouse) The main applicant must swear an affidavit confirming that they support each dependant over 18 other than the spouse (adult children, parents, grandparents). Supporting evidence of dependency is recommended. - Applies to: Adult children, parents and grandparents included as dependants - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 12(4) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > The main applicant shall provide an affidavit confirming that he supports each dependant who is over eighteen (18) years old, except for the spouse. **Evidence:** Affidavit sworn before a person empowered to administer oaths (video-call oaths are not accepted — FAQ Q66); supporting financial records where available. ## Compliance ### Ongoing obligations and annual monitoring for five years For the first five years from the certificate date the Agency monitors compliance annually (through the MPRP5 compliance form), and afterwards whenever it sees fit. Beneficiaries must keep the qualifying property, the health insurance, the capital assets, stable resources and a valid travel document, and must notify the Agency within four weeks of any event that could affect eligibility. The Agency may carry out property spot checks. Failure to comply can lead to the certificate ceasing to have effect. - Applies to: Beneficiary and all approved dependants - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 10(3); regulation 15; regulation 17 - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > The Agency shall monitor adherence by the beneficiary and his approved dependants to all the obligations and conditions set out in these Regulations annually for the first five years from its issue, and thereafter whenever the Agency deems it opportune in its sole discretion. **Evidence:** Annual compliance form (MPRP5) with supporting documents, submitted through the agent (FAQ Q96). **Common mistakes:** Selling or ending the lease within the first five years without an approved replacement property — this leads to loss of status for the whole family (FAQ Q95). ## Process ### Application through a licensed agent Applications cannot be filed directly. The main applicant must appoint one agent licensed by the Residency Malta Agency (a public accountant or auditor, lawyer, or licensed financial advisor) who submits the application and acts as liaison. Applicants may change agent at any time, but may authorise only one at a time. The public register of agents is on the Agency's website. - Applies to: Main applicant - Statement type: Official requirement - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 4; regulation 6A (qualification of agents) - Last verified: 30 September 2026 > An individual making any application in terms of these regulations shall make use of the services of an agent. **Evidence:** Power of attorney in favour of the agent, covering the whole process (FAQ Q48). **Common mistakes:** Agents set their own professional fees; the Agency issues no fee guidelines (FAQ Q14). ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/requirements). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # MPRP application process URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/application ## 1. Appoint a licensed agent and prepare the application (No statutory deadline for this stage.; Document gathering commonly takes several weeks, depending on how quickly certificates and translations can be obtained (general information, not an official timeline).) Every application must be made through an agent licensed by the Residency Malta Agency. The applicant signs a power of attorney authorising the agent, who advises on obligations, gathers documents and performs know-your-customer checks. Only one agent may be authorised at a time, although the agent can be changed. - Documents: Power of attorney (full details of applicant, agent and witness; valid for the whole process); agent's KYC evidence; introductory letter from the agent explaining the applicant's motivation. - Responsible: Main applicant and licensed agent - Considerations: Agents set their own fees; the Agency publishes no fee guidelines. Choose an agent from the Agency's public register. - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulations 4, 6, 7; RMA FAQ Q48, Q72 ## 2. Submit the complete application and pay the initial €15,000 (Initial €15,000 within one (1) month from submission.; Acceptance of a complete pack is administrative; the due-diligence clock starts once funds are received (FAQ Q73).) The agent submits the complete application pack (forms, evidence of assets, police certificates, medical forms, undertakings) to the Agency. Incomplete packs are not accepted. Once the pack is vetted and formally accepted, the applicant pays the non-refundable initial administration fee of €15,000 within one month; the Agency may refuse the application if it is not received in time. On submission the applicant may also apply for a one-year temporary residence permit for themselves and dependants. - Documents: Forms MPRP1, MPRP2 (personal details and source of funds/wealth), MPRP3 (medical), MPRP4/4a (dependants), MPRP10 (data protection); evidence of assets; passports, birth and marriage certificates; police conduct certificates; undertakings to acquire property, pay the contribution and make the donation. - Responsible: Licensed agent (submits); main applicant (pays by bank transfer from the account declared in Form MPRP2) - Considerations: Payments by card, virtual payment platforms or cryptocurrency are not accepted for fees (FAQ Q71). The temporary residence permit is renewable annually provided all application documentation is submitted within six months of the application (regulation 9(6)). - Fees due: Administration fee — initial instalment on submission €15,000 - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1), 9(2), 9(6), regulation 12; RMA FAQ Q70–Q73 ## 3. Due diligence and Approvals Board (No statutory processing time is set in the regulations.; The Agency states that decisions are communicated 'within a reasonable timeframe' commensurate with due-diligence checks. Professional sources commonly report several months; treat any figure as an estimate, not a commitment.) The Agency administers a multi-tier due-diligence and eligibility verification process on the main applicant and every dependant (background checks apply from age 14), using internationally recognised third-party providers and, where relevant, law-enforcement checks. The Agency then presents its findings to the Approvals Board, whose authorisation is required before a certificate can be issued. - Documents: The Agency may request further information or documents at any time; failure to reply within the time indicated can lead to rejection (regulation 18). - Responsible: Residency Malta Agency; Approvals Board - Considerations: Decisions of the Agency are at its absolute discretion and are not subject to appeal (regulation 19(1)). Due diligence information and its sources are kept secret (regulation 22). - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulations 13, 14, 18, 19, 22 ## 4. Letter of Approval in Principle and balance of the administration fee (Within two (2) months from the date of issue of the Letter of Approval in Principle.) If the main applicant qualifies, the Agency issues a written Letter of Approval in Principle. Within two months the applicant must pay the remaining €45,000 of the administration fee and the €7,500 administration fee for each adult dependant who is not exempt (spouse, minor children and adult children with a certified disability are exempt). - Documents: Proof of bank transfers from the declared account. - Responsible: Main applicant through the agent - Considerations: The administration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, including to a citizenship application (FAQ Q101). - Fees due: Administration fee — balance after approval in principle €45,000; Non-refundable administration fee — per adult dependant €7,500 - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(3), 9(4); First Schedule (i) ## 5. Property, contribution, donation and health insurance (within 8 months) (Within eight (8) months from the date of issue of the Letter of Approval in Principle.) Within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle the applicant must (a) pay the €37,000 government contribution, (b) present title to a qualifying property — purchased for at least €375,000 or rented for at least €14,000 a year, in Malta or Gozo, (c) make the €2,000 donation to a registered NGO and provide evidence, (d) present a health insurance policy covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals, and (e) present any other document the Agency requires. The Agency may extend the deadline on good cause, or reject the application and revoke the approval in principle if the applicant defaults. - Documents: Deed of purchase or lease agreement (with Housing Authority registration, utility bill, photos and rent receipt for leases); NGO donation receipt; health insurance policy plus a declaration to cover uninsured local medical costs; proof of contribution payment. - Responsible: Main applicant through the agent - Considerations: A lease should commence close to submission of the final proofs; the Agency applies a tolerance of up to three months (FAQ Q81). An AIP permit is needed for purchases outside a Special Designated Area. - Fees due: Government contribution — main applicant €37,000; Donation to a registered Maltese NGO €2,000; Minimum value — qualifying owned property (Malta or Gozo) €375,000; Minimum annual rent — qualifying rented property (Malta or Gozo) €14,000 - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(4)(a)–(e); First Schedule (ii); RMA FAQ Q15, Q67, Q81, Q83 ## 6. Residence-by-Investment Certificate and Letter of Final Approval (The date of issue of the certificate is the 'appointed day' from which the five-year obligations run.; The FAQ states the Agency issues the residence certificate within 7 days once all final documentation is deemed acceptable (FAQ Q73).) Once all requirements are satisfied to the Agency's full satisfaction and the Approvals Board has authorised issuance, the Agency issues the Residence-by-Investment Certificate. The certificate entitles the beneficiary and approved dependants to reside, settle or stay indefinitely in Malta, subject to continued compliance. The Agency also issues a Letter of Final Approval inviting the family to attend for biometrics. - Documents: None additional at this stage unless requested. - Responsible: Residency Malta Agency - Considerations: No certificate is issued, even after approval in principle, unless every requirement is met (regulation 9(5)). The certificate does not by itself confer employment rights or other rights under the Immigration Regulations (regulation 10(1)(b); FAQ Q87). - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(5), regulation 10, regulation 14(3) ## 7. Biometrics in Malta and residence cards (No statutory deadline.; The FAQ indicates card printing takes around two weeks per application (FAQ Q73).) After the Letter of Final Approval, the main applicant and all dependants travel to Malta for biometric data capture. Residence cards are then printed and issued with a five-year validity (or until the cut-off ages of 14 and 18 for minors). A residence card fee of €500 per person, covering five years, applies. Infants under two are exempt from biometrics. - Documents: Residence forms collected at the biometrics appointment; Form ID2 and two passport photos for infants (FAQ Q75). - Responsible: Main applicant and dependants (attendance); Residency Malta Agency and the residence card issuing department - Considerations: Cards cannot be renewed through Maltese embassies abroad; biometrics are recaptured on renewal after five years (FAQ Q78–Q79). Card holders may travel visa-free within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. - Fees due: Residence card fee (five-year card) €500 - Legal reference: RMA MPRP page (card fee, Schengen travel); RMA FAQ Q73–Q79, Q85 ## 8. Annual compliance for five years, then ongoing conditions (Annually for the first five (5) years from the certificate; thereafter at the Agency's discretion.) For five years from the appointed day the Agency monitors compliance annually: the beneficiary must keep the qualifying property, the health insurance, the capital assets, stable resources and a valid travel document, and submit the annual compliance form (MPRP5) with supporting documents through the agent. After five years the minimum property value no longer applies, but the beneficiary must still hold a residential property in Malta or Gozo and maintain health insurance; the Agency may check compliance whenever it deems opportune. Residence cards are renewed every five years. - Documents: Form MPRP5 (annual compliance) with evidence of property, insurance and assets; notifications of any change within four weeks. - Responsible: Beneficiary and agent; Residency Malta Agency (monitoring, spot checks) - Considerations: Non-compliance, false information or conduct against the public interest can lead to the certificate ceasing to have effect for the whole family (regulation 17). - Legal reference: S.L. 217.26, regulation 10(3), regulation 15, regulation 17; RMA FAQ Q96–Q100 ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/application). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Documents required for an MPRP application URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/documents ## Identity - **Certified true copy of the full passport** (PASSPORT; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; S.L. 217.26 reg. 15(1)(e) (valid travel document); RMA FAQ Q13): All pages, certified. Original passports are presented at biometrics. - **Identity card (where issued)** (ID_CARD; if applicable; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; RMA FAQ Q13): Certified copy of the national identity card or equivalent, where the country issues one. - **Military records (if applicable)** (MILITARY_RECORDS; if applicable; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Adult child, Parent, Grandparent; RMA FAQ Q13): Where the person has served in the military. ## Civil status - **Birth certificate** (BIRTH_CERTIFICATE; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; RMA FAQ Q2, Q41): Original or certified copy, apostilled/legalised, with authenticated English translation where needed. For parents and grandparents, birth certificates must establish the family link. - **Change of name documents (if applicable)** (CHANGE_OF_NAME; if applicable; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; RMA FAQ Q13): Deed poll or equivalent where any name differs between documents. - **Marriage certificate (or evidence of equivalent relationship)** (MARRIAGE_CERTIFICATE; required; applies to: Spouse; S.L. 217.26 reg. 3 (spouse); RMA FAQ Q58): One certificate per married couple suffices. Evidence of a civil union, domestic partnership or common-law marriage where applicable. - **All divorce certificates (if ever divorced)** (DIVORCE_CERTIFICATES; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Adult child, Parent, Grandparent; RMA FAQ Q42, Q58): Required for any main applicant or dependant who has been divorced, even if since remarried. ## Financial - **Evidence of capital assets (€500,000 incl. €150,000 financial, or €650,000 incl. €75,000 financial)** (PROOF_OF_ASSETS; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(2); RMA FAQ Q27, Q32–Q33): Bank statements, investment portfolio statements, architect's property valuations or company financial statements from reputable institutions. Cryptocurrencies are not accepted as financial assets. - **Bank statements — main account, last 3 months** (BANK_STATEMENTS_3M; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q31, Q70–Q71): For the account from which the administration fee and contribution will be paid (declared in Form MPRP2). - **Documentary evidence of each current residential address** (PROOF_OF_ADDRESS; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q47): Required for the main applicant only (for example a utility bill or bank statement). ## Property - **Deed of purchase of the qualifying property (purchase route)** (PROPERTY_DEED; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(4)(b); RMA FAQ Q16): Certified copy of the signed purchase agreement; architect's valuation where the property was purchased before 2015 or works are relied upon; utility bill in the main applicant's name; external photos; confirmation of de-registration of previous tenants if applicable. - **Acquisition of Immovable Property (AIP) permit (purchase outside a Special Designated Area)** (AIP_PERMIT; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q21): Still required for non-residents purchasing outside a Special Designated Area. Issued by the Malta Tax and Customs Administration (AIP Section). - **Lease agreement of the qualifying property (rental route)** (LEASE_AGREEMENT; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(4)(b); RMA FAQ Q16, Q98): Certified copy of the lease (minimum one-year term) plus Housing Authority registration, a utility bill not older than six months bearing the property address, external photos of the property, receipt of rent payment, lessor's power of attorney if applicable, and confirmation of de-registration of previous tenants. - **Declaration of the property's number of bedrooms and total square metres** (PROPERTY_DETAILS_DECLARATION; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q16): Included in the purchase/lease agreement or the Housing Authority registration form. ## Police - **Police conduct certificate(s) — country of origin and every country of residence > 6 months in last 10 years** (POLICE_CERTIFICATE; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(1)(a); RMA FAQ Q45–Q46): Original format, for everyone aged 14 or over. Where genuinely unobtainable, an affidavit from a police/government official confirming good-faith attempts plus a sworn affidavit of clean record (FAQ Q45). - **Sworn declaration that the information provided is true and correct** (SWORN_DECLARATION_TRUTH; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 13(1)(g); RMA FAQ Q66): Sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths, lawyer or notary public; oaths by video call are not accepted. ## Health - **Form MPRP3 — Medical report and questionnaire** (FORM_MPRP3; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; form MPRP3; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(1)(f); RMA FAQ Q61–Q62): Completed and signed by a medical practitioner, with the patient's identification document stamped, signed and dated by the examining physician. - **Health insurance policy covering all beneficiaries** (HEALTH_INSURANCE_POLICY; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(4)(d), reg. 15(3); RMA FAQ Q83–Q84): Covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals; submitted with a declaration by the main applicant to cover any local medical expenses not covered by the policy. ## Dependants - **Form MPRP4a — Declaration of minor dependant** (FORM_MPRP4A; required; applies to: Minor child; form MPRP4a; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(5); RMA FAQ Q43–Q44, Q59): Signed by both parents (or the parent/guardian with sole custody, with the court ruling). Where the other parent is not on the application, they complete Section C/Part D and provide a full certified copy of their passport. - **Affidavit of dependency by the main applicant** (AFFIDAVIT_DEPENDENCY; required; applies to: Adult child, Parent, Grandparent; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(4); RMA FAQ Q5, Q49, Q57): For each adult child, parent and grandparent, confirming that the dependant is principally dependent on the main applicant. Supporting evidence (financial records, proof of shared residence) is recommended. - **Medical certification of disability (adult child with a disability)** (DISABILITY_CERTIFICATION; required; applies to: Disabled adult child; S.L. 217.26 reg. 3 (definition 'dependant' (e))): Certification by a recognised medical professional or authority in terms of the Equal Opportunities (Persons with Disability) Act. - **Custody documentation for minors (court ruling / consent of the other parent)** (CUSTODY_DOCUMENTS; required; applies to: Minor child; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(5); RMA FAQ Q43): Court ruling where one parent has sole custody; consent and full certified passport copy of a biological parent who is not on the application; affidavit where that parent holds no passport. ## Source of funds - **Evidence of employment** (EMPLOYMENT_EVIDENCE; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q54–Q55): Employment contract or employer's letter where the main applicant is employed. - **Business ownership documents (for every business owned in part or in full)** (BUSINESS_OWNERSHIP; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q35, Q53, Q56): Certificate of incorporation, memorandum and articles, share register and register of directors — or an official registry extract containing all these details. Also required for shareholdings above 10% in a listed company. - **Deed of gift / evidence of transfer from a benefactor (if funds were gifted)** (BENEFACTOR_EVIDENCE; required; applies to: Main applicant; RMA FAQ Q36): Assets must be in the main applicant's name; gifted funds need a deed of gift or sworn declaration plus evidence of the bank transfer. ## Forms - **Form MPRP1 — Application form and undertakings** (FORM_MPRP1; required; applies to: Main applicant; form MPRP1; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(1)(c)–(e); RMA FAQ Q24, Q50, Q60): Main application form including the declarations to acquire a qualifying property, pay the contribution and make the donation. Certified via the licensed agent's identity verification software or signed before a Commissioner for Oaths. - **Form MPRP2 — Personal details, employment and source of funds/wealth** (FORM_MPRP2; required; applies to: Main applicant; form MPRP2; RMA FAQ Q31, Q53–Q55, Q71): Statement of source of funds and wealth, employment and self-employment details, and the bank account from which fees will be paid. - **Form MPRP4 — Adult dependant declaration** (FORM_MPRP4; required; applies to: Spouse, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; form MPRP4; RMA FAQ Q13): Declaration for each adult dependant included on the application. - **Form MPRP10 — GDPR consent** (FORM_MPRP10; required; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; form MPRP10; RMA FAQ Q104): Data-protection consent form for every applicant, including minors. - **Power of attorney in favour of the licensed agent** (POWER_OF_ATTORNEY; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 4(2); RMA FAQ Q48): Must include the date, full details of the main applicant and agent (including the agent's licence number), validity for the whole process, the grantor's signature and witness details. - **Agent's covering letter and KYC report** (AGENT_COVER_LETTER; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(1)(b); RMA FAQ Q37–Q38, Q72): Introductory letter explaining the applicant's motivation, plus the agent's know-your-customer due-diligence evidence on the applicant and all dependants over 14. ## Other - **Receipt for the €2,000 NGO donation** (DONATION_RECEIPT; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(4)(c); RMA FAQ Q67): From an NGO registered with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations. - **Proof of payment of the €37,000 government contribution and fee balance** (CONTRIBUTION_PROOF; required; applies to: Main applicant; S.L. 217.26 reg. 9(4)(a); First Schedule): Bank transfer confirmations from the declared account. - **Authenticated English translations of any non-English document** (TRANSLATIONS; if applicable; applies to: Main applicant, Spouse, Minor child, Adult child, Disabled adult child, Parent, Grandparent; S.L. 217.26 reg. 12(3); RMA FAQ Q41, Q52): Translations done abroad must be apostilled/legalised; translations done in Malta must be by a registered translator. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/documents). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Who can be included as a dependant in an MPRP application URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/family | Dependant | Conditions | Age | Fee | Legal reference | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Main applicant | Third-country national aged 18 or over; meets the capital-asset, fit-and-proper, health and property requirements. | 18+ | exempt | S.L. 217.26, regulation 9(1) | | Spouse or partner | Monogamous marriage or equivalent relationship. The spouse may hold their own assets and income (FAQ Q34). | any | exempt | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (definition 'dependant', paragraph (a)); First Schedule proviso | | Child under 18 | Under 18 at the time of application. Forms signed by both parents, or by the parent/guardian with sole custody with a court ruling (regulation 12(5)). | up to 17 | exempt | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (paragraph (b)); regulation 12(5); First Schedule proviso | | Adult child aged 18 to 28 | Aged 18–28 at application; unmarried at submission; principally dependent (cannot live a self-sufficient independent life without the main applicant's support — FAQ Q6). | 18–28 | €7,500 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (paragraph (c)); regulation 12(4); First Schedule | | Adult child with a certified disability | Certified disability in terms of Cap. 413. | 18+ | exempt | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (paragraph (e)); First Schedule proviso | | Parent (of applicant or spouse) | Not in full-time employment; principally dependent on the main applicant at the time of application. Retirement income does not automatically disqualify if dependency can still be shown (FAQ Q7). | any | €7,500 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (paragraph (d)); regulation 12(4); First Schedule | | Grandparent (of applicant or spouse) | Not in full-time employment; principally dependent on the main applicant at the time of application. | any | €7,500 | S.L. 217.26, regulation 3 (paragraph (d)); regulation 12(4); First Schedule | - **Main applicant**: The adult who files the application through a licensed agent and on whom the financial requirements are assessed. - **Spouse or partner**: The main applicant's spouse in a monogamous marriage, or partner in a relationship with the same or similar status (civil union, domestic partnership, common-law marriage). The term is gender neutral. The Agency may recognise other similar relationships case by case. - **Child under 18**: A child, including an adopted child, of the main applicant or of the spouse who is under 18 at the time of application. - **Adult child aged 18 to 28**: A child, including an adopted child, of the main applicant or of the spouse who is over 18 but has not yet reached 29 at the time of application, is not married when the application is submitted, and is principally dependent on the main applicant. - **Adult child with a certified disability**: An adult child of the main applicant or of the spouse certified by a recognised medical professional or authority as having a disability in terms of the Equal Opportunities (Persons with Disability) Act (Cap. 413). No age limit applies and no administration fee is payable. - **Parent (of applicant or spouse)**: A parent of the main applicant or of the spouse who is not in full-time employment and is principally dependent on the main applicant. There is no age threshold (FAQ Q3). - **Grandparent (of applicant or spouse)**: A grandparent of the main applicant or of the spouse who is not in full-time employment and is principally dependent on the main applicant. Up to four generations can be included on one certificate. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/family). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Guides # How does the Malta MPRP work? > The mechanics of the programme from first contact with a licensed agent to annual compliance — who does what, when money changes hands and what the Agency checks. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-does-malta-mprp-work - Category: MPRP basics - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## The four building blocks The Residency Malta Agency describes the programme as "built on a combination of property, contribution and fee-based requirements": a property investment, a government contribution, an NGO donation and an administrative fee. Everything else — due diligence, deadlines, dependants, compliance — is the machinery around those four elements. [Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta)] ## Sequence 1. **Agent.** You appoint a licensed agent; only agents can file applications. 2. **Submission.** The agent files the complete pack. You pay €15,000 within a month. You may request a one-year temporary residence permit. 3. **Due diligence.** The Agency and independent providers check everyone on the application; the Approvals Board must authorise. 4. **Approval in principle.** You pay the €45,000 balance and €7,500 per non-exempt adult dependant within two months. 5. **Fulfilment.** Within eight months: the €37,000 contribution, the property, the donation and health insurance. 6. **Certificate.** Issued once everything is in place; biometrics in Malta; residence cards (€500 per person). 7. **Compliance.** Annual monitoring for five years. ## Money flow All fees and contributions are paid by bank transfer from the account you declare in Form MPRP2. The administration fee is non-refundable even if the application fails; the contribution and donation are paid only after approval in principle. ## What the Agency checks Identity and civil status, the source of your funds and wealth, criminal record in every relevant country, sanctions and law-enforcement databases, health, and the genuineness of any dependency claimed for adult family members. ## After approval Keep the property, insurance and capital for five years, file the annual compliance form through your agent, tell the Agency about relevant changes within four weeks, and renew cards every five years. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-does-malta-mprp-work). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # What is the Malta MPRP? > A plain-English introduction to the Malta Permanent Residence Programme: what it gives you, what it asks of you, and how it differs from citizenship, work permits and other Maltese residence routes. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/what-is-malta-mprp - Category: MPRP basics - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## In one paragraph The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) lets a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national, together with their family, obtain the right to reside, settle or stay indefinitely in Malta in return for a property investment (purchase from €375,000 or rent from €14,000 a year), a government contribution of €37,000, a €2,000 donation to a Maltese NGO and a non-refundable administration fee of €60,000 — after passing a rigorous due-diligence process run by the Residency Malta Agency. [Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217)] ## What you receive - A **Residence-by-Investment Certificate** that does not expire while you meet the conditions. - **Residence cards** for every family member, valid five years and renewable. - The right to live in Malta, an EU member state, and to travel visa-free within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. - The ability to include your spouse, children, parents and grandparents on one certificate. ## What it is not - **Not citizenship.** Naturalisation is a separate, discretionary process after years of residence. - **Not a work permit.** Employment requires a separate application. - **Not a tax scheme.** Ordinary Maltese tax rules apply. - **Not automatic.** Eligibility is decided by the Agency and its decisions cannot be appealed. ## Who it suits People who want a stable, long-term base in the EU without a minimum-stay requirement, and who can meet the capital-asset test (€500,000 including €150,000 in financial assets, or €650,000 including €75,000) and the ongoing obligations for at least five years. ## Where to go next Start with [Who can apply](/malta-mprp/who-can-apply), then [Costs](/malta-mprp/cost) and the [application process](/malta-mprp/application-process). ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/what-is-malta-mprp). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Who can apply for the Malta MPRP? > A reader-friendly walk through the eligibility criteria with the most common questions: dual nationals, excluded countries, assets held in companies or by a spouse, and past convictions. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/who-can-apply-for-malta-mprp - Category: Eligibility - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## The short answer A third-country national aged 18 or over, with assets of at least €500,000 (including €150,000 in financial assets) or €650,000 (including €75,000), stable income, a clean record and no ties to a country excluded by the Agency. [Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217)] ## Common situations **I hold two passports, one of them EU.** You are an EU citizen and therefore not a third-country national. The programme is not available to you. **My assets are mostly property or a business.** Real estate can count towards the total with an architect's valuation, and business documents (incorporation, share and director registers, financial statements) are accepted as evidence. But at least €150,000 (or €75,000 under the €650,000 route) must be liquid financial assets — bank deposits, listed shares, bonds, funds. Cryptocurrency does not count. **My spouse holds the wealth.** The test is applied to the main applicant alone. Consider whether the spouse should be the main applicant, or transfer assets with proper documentation (deed of gift, bank transfer evidence). **I had a conviction many years ago.** The regulations disqualify anyone convicted of, or facing charges for, an offence punishable by more than one year's imprisonment (involuntary offences excepted), among other grounds. Discuss the facts confidentially with a licensed agent before applying. **I am from a country on the exclusion list.** The Agency does not accept applications from nationals of, or people with close ties to, excluded countries. The list changes; check the current position. **I already hold another Maltese residence status.** Beneficiaries of certain Maltese schemes cannot hold MPRP status at the same time. ## Check yourself The [eligibility assessment](/malta-mprp/eligibility-assessment) goes through each criterion with its source. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/who-can-apply-for-malta-mprp). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # How much does the Malta MPRP cost? > A complete cost walkthrough for 2026: government fees by payment stage, the property decision, family costs, insurance and professional fees, with three worked examples. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-much-does-malta-mprp-cost - Category: Costs - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## Government-related costs (current rules) | Item | Amount | When | |---|---|---| | Administration fee — first instalment | €15,000 | Within 1 month of submission | | Administration fee — balance | €45,000 | Within 2 months of approval in principle | | Government contribution | €37,000 | Within 8 months of approval in principle | | NGO donation | €2,000 | Before the certificate | | Per adult dependant (not spouse; not disabled adult child) | €7,500 | Within 2 months of approval in principle | | Residence card, per person | €500 | On issue (five years) | Source: First Schedule to S.L. 217.26 as substituted by L.N. 146 of 2025; Residency Malta Agency MPRP page. [Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472] ## The property decision Purchase from €375,000 or rent from €14,000 a year. Since July 2025 the contribution is the same either way, so the comparison is purely about the property: renting at the minimum costs about €70,000 over the five-year holding period with no asset at the end; buying ties up the price plus transaction costs but leaves you with the property. ## Worked examples (government-related costs only) - **Single applicant:** €99,500. - **Couple with two children under 18:** €101,000. - **Couple with one adult child (24, studying) and both of the applicant's parents:** €124,000. Add the property, health insurance (the Agency FAQ quotes €250–€750 per person per year as an indicative range), your agent's fee and document costs. ## What is refundable? Nothing paid to the Agency is refundable. The administration fee is expressly non-refundable, and the contribution is paid only after approval in principle. ## Calculate your own The [cost calculator](/malta-mprp/calculator) produces a line-by-line estimate with the source of every figure and a PDF you can keep. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-much-does-malta-mprp-cost). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # How does the MPRP property requirement work? > Purchase or rent, thresholds, timing, the five-year rule, replacing a property, renovation cases and what the Agency inspects. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-does-the-property-requirement-work - Category: Property - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## The rule Present title to a residential property in Malta or Gozo — bought for at least €375,000 or rented for at least €14,000 a year — within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle, and hold it for five years from the certificate date. [Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217)] ## Timing in practice You do not need the property to apply. Many applicants sign a lease or a promise of sale after approval in principle. A property acquired earlier is fine if it meets the rules. The Agency expects the lease and insurance to start close to the final submission, with a tolerance of about three months. ## Five-year rule and swaps During the five years you may sell and buy another qualifying property, or end one lease and start another, with the Agency's consent and no gap — but you cannot move from owning to renting. After five years the minimum value no longer applies, though you must still hold a residential property to keep the status. ## Renovation cases A cheaper property that you renovate can qualify if an independent architect certifies that its value has reached €375,000 after works paid for by you. The Agency may appoint its own architect and has the final say. ## What the Agency looks at Whether the property is residential, meets health and safety standards and is suitable for a comparable family; the deed or lease; Housing Authority registration for leases; utility bills, photographs and rent receipts; and, at its discretion, spot checks on site. ## Choosing where The regulations no longer differentiate regions. See the [Malta guide](/malta) and our [property listings](/properties) filtered to the MPRP threshold. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/how-does-the-property-requirement-work). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Can a family apply for the MPRP together? > How families are treated under the MPRP: who can be included, what it costs, the dependency test for adults, and scenarios for couples, families with children and multi-generational households. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/can-a-family-apply-together - Category: Family - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## Yes — up to four generations One application can cover the main applicant, spouse or partner, children and the parents and grandparents of either the main applicant or the spouse. The Agency highlights "the possibility to include up to four generations in one application". [Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta)] ## Scenarios supported by the current rules **Single applicant.** Administration fee, contribution, donation and one residence card. **Applicant + spouse.** The spouse pays no dependant fee — only a residence card fee. **Applicant + spouse + children under 18.** Children are fee-exempt apart from residence cards. Both parents sign the minor's forms, or the sole-custody parent provides the court ruling. **Applicant + adult children (18–28).** Each unmarried, principally dependent adult child attracts €7,500. The age limit is tested at submission. An adult child with a certified disability has no age limit and no fee. **Applicant + parents or grandparents.** Each principally dependent parent or grandparent who is not in full-time employment attracts €7,500. There is no age threshold. ## The dependency test Adults other than the spouse must be principally dependent on the main applicant — unable to live a self-sufficient basic independent life without that support. Wealthy or well-paid relatives do not qualify even if you contribute to their lifestyle. You swear an affidavit and should attach evidence. ## Adding people later A beneficiary can add a dependant, a dependent child's spouse or a dependant's minor child after the certificate is issued, with due diligence and the applicable fee. ## Everyone is checked Every dependant goes through the same due diligence as the main applicant; background verification applies from age 14. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/can-a-family-apply-together). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # What documents are required for the MPRP? > The documents behind each requirement, the certification and translation rules, and the mistakes that most often delay an application. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/what-documents-are-required-for-mprp - Category: Documents - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## Grouped by purpose **Identity and civil status** — certified full passport copies, identity cards, birth certificates, marriage certificate, every divorce certificate, change-of-name documents. **Good conduct** — original police conduct certificates for everyone over 14 from the country of origin and every country of residence of more than six months in the last ten years; a sworn declaration that the information given is true. **Money** — evidence of the €500,000/€650,000 assets, three months of statements for the paying account, the source-of-funds-and-wealth statement in Form MPRP2, employment evidence, and full company documents for any business owned in part or in whole. **Health** — Form MPRP3 completed by a doctor; later, the health insurance policy and a declaration to cover uninsured local costs. **Family** — Form MPRP4/4a for dependants, custody documents for minors, affidavits of dependency for adult children, parents and grandparents, medical certification for an adult child with a disability. **After approval in principle** — the property deed or lease with the supporting items the Agency lists, the NGO donation receipt, insurance and payment confirmations. ## Certification and language Documents must be in English or accompanied by an authenticated translation. Certified copies are acceptable unless an original is required; certifiers must give their full details. Translations done abroad are apostilled or legalised; translations in Malta are by a registered translator. Affidavits are sworn in person — not by video call. ## Frequent causes of delay - A missing police certificate for a country of past residence. - Divorce certificates omitted because the person has remarried. - Company documents missing for a minority shareholding. - A lease or insurance policy dated too early relative to the final submission (the Agency allows a tolerance of about three months). ## Build your list The [interactive checklist](/malta-mprp/documents#checklist) tailors the list to your family and property route. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/what-documents-are-required-for-mprp). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # What are the stages of the MPRP application? > The eight stages of an MPRP application with the official deadline attached to each and what can go wrong at every step. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/stages-of-the-mprp-application - Category: Application - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer 1. **Licensed agent** — mandatory. No statutory deadline, but the power of attorney must cover the whole process. 2. **Submission** — complete pack only. €15,000 within one month or the Agency may refuse. Optional one-year temporary residence permit. 3. **Due diligence** — multi-tier checks on everyone; the Agency may request more information with a deadline; failure to reply can end the application. 4. **Letter of Approval in Principle** — €45,000 and dependant fees within two months. 5. **Fulfilment** — contribution, property, donation and insurance within eight months (extendable on good cause). 6. **Certificate and Letter of Final Approval** — only when everything is in order. 7. **Biometrics and residence cards** — the whole family attends in Malta; €500 per person. 8. **Compliance** — annual form for five years; changes notified within four weeks. What most often goes wrong: incomplete packs (rejected at the door), missed payment deadlines, property or insurance documents dated too early or too late, and undisclosed information discovered in due diligence — which is a ground for refusal on its own. See the [interactive process](/malta-mprp/application-process) and [timeline](/malta-mprp/timeline). ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/stages-of-the-mprp-application). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # The MPRP for entrepreneurs and business owners > What business owners need to know: documenting company wealth, what the residence status allows, and starting a business in Malta. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-entrepreneurs-and-business-owners - Category: Malta living - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team ## Proving wealth held in companies Business owners must provide, for every business owned in whole or in part, the certificate of incorporation, memorandum and articles, share register and register of directors — or a full official registry extract. Financial statements support the asset test, but at least €150,000 (or €75,000 under the €650,000 route) must be liquid financial assets in the applicant's own name. [Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta)] ## Paying from a company account The Agency accepts payment from a company account only with a board resolution, the company's corporate documents and three months of company bank statements — and the applicant's own three-month statements are still required. ## Working and doing business The certificate does not itself grant an employment licence; a work permit is a separate process. The Agency FAQ states that the beneficiary or spouse can apply to launch a business in Malta through the competent authorities, and that a dependant can do the same without losing residence rights. ## Due diligence reaches your associates The Agency states that checks extend to donors, benefactors and business associates. Expect questions about the origin of business wealth. ## Tax The MPRP confers no tax status. Malta's rules for non-domiciled residents apply; take advice before relocating. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) page, "Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) — eligibility criteria, application & programme requirements, benefits" — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/legal-framework-mprp-2/ - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-entrepreneurs-and-business-owners). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # The MPRP for retirees: a base in the Mediterranean without a minimum stay > How the MPRP fits retirees: no minimum physical presence, parents and grandparents as dependants, health insurance considerations and the difference from the Malta Retirement Programme. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-retirees - Category: Malta living - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team ## Why retirees consider the MPRP The regulations impose no minimum number of days to be spent in Malta, so the status can be held alongside life elsewhere. The Agency FAQ confirms there is no language test. Parents and grandparents can be included as dependants if principally dependent and not in full-time employment. [Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta)] ## The financial tests still apply Retirees must meet the same capital-asset test (€500,000 with €150,000 in financial assets, or €650,000 with €75,000) and show stable and regular resources — pensions and investment income can serve as evidence. ## Health insurance A policy covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals is mandatory and must be maintained. Premiums rise with age; the Agency FAQ quotes an indicative range of €250–€750 per person per year, but older applicants should obtain quotes early. ## Not the same as the Malta Retirement Programme The Malta Retirement Programme is a tax status under separate rules. Beneficiaries of that programme cannot hold MPRP status at the same time; the MPRP gives residence rights but no tax benefit. ## Property Buy from €375,000 or rent from €14,000 a year. Many retirees favour Gozo or the northern coast for space and quiet — see the [Malta guide](/malta). ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-retirees). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # The MPRP for families with children: schooling, healthcare and the practicalities > What families should know before moving to Malta under the MPRP: how children are included, what the residence status does and does not give them, and the school and healthcare landscape. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-families-with-children - Category: Malta living - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team ## Including children Children under 18 are included at no dependant fee; adult children up to 28 who remain unmarried and principally dependent can also be included (with a €7,500 fee each). Minors need the consent of both parents or evidence of sole custody, and children over 14 need police conduct certificates. [Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217)] ## Education (general information) The Agency's FAQ is explicit that MPRP status does not entitle a minor to free state education; fee exemptions can become available if a parent obtains a Maltese work permit. Malta has state, church and independent schools; English is a language of instruction in most private schools and the Agency's brochure notes that the system is based on the British model. Fees, admissions and availability change — check with schools directly. ## Healthcare (general information) Beneficiaries must hold private health insurance covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals. Malta has a public hospital system and a well-developed private sector; the Agency's brochure describes healthcare as ranking highly internationally. Your insurer and doctor can advise on cover for children. ## Residence cards for children Cards issued to children expire one month after the child's 14th and 18th birthdays and are renewed; the Agency FAQ states such renewals are automatic in those cases. ## Turning 18 or 29 Children keep their status on turning 18 while they still meet the criteria. The 29-year age limit applies at application only. ## Practical tips - Gather birth certificates and custody documents early; they are needed at submission. - Budget for insurance for every child. - If both parents will be on the application, decide who is the main applicant based on who holds the assets. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Brochure (English), 9/2025, "The Malta Permanent Residence Programme — official brochure (edition 9/2025)" (1 September 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MPRP-Brochure-English.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-for-families-with-children). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Tax and financial considerations for MPRP holders > What the Agency says about tax, the general principles for non-domiciled residents, and why the MPRP is not a tax programme. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-tax-considerations - Category: Tax financial - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team ## The official position The Residency Malta Agency's FAQ states plainly that the MPRP "does not provide any tax related status or benefit" and that the applicable Maltese statutory tax provisions apply. [Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta)] ## General principles (from the Agency FAQ — general information, not advice) For individuals not domiciled in Malta, Maltese tax is charged on income and capital gains arising in Malta and on foreign income remitted to Malta where the individual is resident in Malta; a non-resident is taxed only on Malta-source income and gains. Holders of long-term resident status under separate regulations are taxed on a worldwide basis, but the MPRP does not itself confer that status. ## Residence versus tax residence Holding an MPRP certificate does not automatically make you tax resident in Malta; tax residence depends on facts such as days spent in Malta and your circumstances. Your home country's rules and any double-tax treaty also matter. ## Property taxes (general information) Buying and later selling property in Malta involves duty on documents and transfers and property transfer tax under Maltese law, outside the scope of the MPRP. ## Take advice The Agency itself recommends that every individual seeks the advice of a tax consultant. Nothing on this platform is tax advice. ## Sources - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-tax-considerations). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # MPRP compliance: your obligations after approval > The conditions you must keep for the life of the certificate, the annual compliance form, notification duties, spot checks and how status can be lost. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-compliance-obligations - Category: Legal compliance - Published: 30 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Author: Malta MPRP Guide Editorial Team - Reviewed by: Compliance Reviewer ## Conditions that persist From the certificate date, and for as long as it lasts, the beneficiary must remain a third-country national, not benefit from the listed Maltese schemes, hold the qualifying property (five years) and then a residential property, have stable resources, hold a valid travel document, maintain health insurance for the whole family, and keep the capital assets for five years (regulation 15). [Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217)] ## Annual monitoring The Agency monitors compliance annually for the first five years and thereafter whenever it considers appropriate. The Agency FAQ describes Form MPRP5, the official compliance form, submitted through the agent with supporting documents by the deadline in the Letter of Compliance; further requests (Form MPRP41) must be answered within three weeks, or residence cards may be revoked. ## Notification duty A beneficiary or dependant aware of any circumstance that could lead to cessation must notify the Agency within four weeks (regulation 17(6)). ## Spot checks The Agency may inspect the qualifying property at its discretion and must be granted access. ## Losing the status The Agency determines cessation if conditions are no longer met, eligibility is lost, false information was provided, commitments are not fulfilled, the person's stay is against the public interest, or the person shows disloyalty to the Republic. Losing the beneficiary's status ends the dependants' status too. The Agency may condone a failure caused by unforeseen circumstances if notified and remedied. ## Voluntary exit A beneficiary may give notice of not wishing to remain a beneficiary; selling the property or ending the lease within five years without replacement has the same effect. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Subsidiary Legislation under the Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26), consolidated, "Subsidiary Legislation 217.26 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, L.N. 121 of 2021 as amended by L.N. 57 and 310 of 2024 and L.N. 146 of 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/S.L.217.26-Amended-by-LN-310-of-2024_-LN-146-of-2025.pdf - Residency Malta Agency (Government of Malta): Residency Malta Agency — MPRP Frequently Asked Questions (V2.6.1), "Frequently Asked Questions — Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), version 2.6.1" (1 July 2024) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MPRP-FAQs-V2.6.1.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/guides/mprp-compliance-obligations). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Frequently asked questions ## What is the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)? The MPRP is Malta's residency-by-investment programme for non-EU, non-EEA and non-Swiss nationals. It is established by the Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations (S.L. 217.26, made under article 7A of the Immigration Act) and administered by the Residency Malta Agency. A successful applicant receives a Residence-by-Investment Certificate giving the right to reside, settle or stay indefinitely in Malta, subject to ongoing conditions, together with a residence card. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-is-the-mprp · Category: MPRP ## Who administers the MPRP? The Residency Malta Agency, a Government of Malta agency established by the Residency Malta Agency (Establishment) Order, administers the programme, conducts due diligence and issues certificates after authorisation by the Approvals Board. Applications are filed through agents licensed by the Agency. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#who-administers-the-mprp · Category: MPRP ## When did the MPRP start and what did it replace? The regulations came into force on 29 March 2021 (Legal Notice 121 of 2021), replacing the Malta Residence and Visa Programme (MRVP) for all new applications. They have since been amended by Legal Notices 57 and 310 of 2024 and 146 of 2025. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#when-did-mprp-start · Category: MPRP ## How does living in Malta relate to the MPRP? The Malta Permanent Residence Programme gives qualifying non-EU families the right to reside in Malta indefinitely, subject to a qualifying property (purchase from €375,000 or rent from €14,000 a year anywhere in Malta or Gozo), a government contribution and fees, health insurance and due diligence. The Malta hub explains the country; the [MPRP section](/malta-mprp) explains the programme; the [property marketplace](/properties) screens listings against the thresholds. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-does-malta-connect-to-mprp · Category: MPRP ## Can I work in Malta with MPRP residence? The certificate does not itself grant an employment licence. Beneficiaries who wish to work need a work permit through the normal procedures. Beneficiaries and spouses may set up a business through the competent authorities. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-i-work-in-malta-with-mprp · Category: MPRP ## Can I travel visa-free in Europe with the residence card? The Agency states that MPRP residence card holders may travel visa-free within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, carrying a valid travel document and the residence card. The MPRP does not grant employment rights in other Schengen countries. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-i-travel-in-schengen · Category: MPRP ## Does the MPRP lead to Maltese citizenship? Not automatically. The Agency FAQ notes that a beneficiary may apply for naturalisation after residing in Malta for at least five years (including the 12 months before the application and four of the preceding six years), with knowledge of English or Maltese and good conduct, but the Minister has discretion to grant or refuse. The MPRP is a residence programme distinct from citizenship legislation. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#does-mprp-lead-to-citizenship · Category: MPRP ## Is this the official MPRP website? No. This is an independent information platform. The official programme information is published by the Residency Malta Agency at residencymalta.gov.mt, and the governing law is S.L. 217.26. We reference those sources on every page and show the date each page was last verified. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-this-the-official-website · Category: MPRP ## Can EU, EEA or Swiss citizens apply? No. The programme is only for third-country nationals. EU citizens, EEA nationals (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and Swiss nationals are expressly excluded, as are Maltese nationals. This applies to every dependant too. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-eu-citizens-apply · Category: REQUIREMENTS ## Which nationalities cannot apply? The Agency excludes nationals of, and people with close ties to, countries it designates from time to time. The 2024 Agency FAQ listed Afghanistan, North Korea, Iran, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Yemen and Venezuela, and stated that applications from the Russian Federation and Belarus were not eligible. The list is set by Agency policy and can be revised at any time, so confirm the current position with the Agency or a licensed agent before relying on it. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#which-nationalities-are-excluded · Category: REQUIREMENTS ## Is there a language test or minimum stay requirement? The Agency FAQ confirms no language test applies. The regulations do not impose a minimum number of days of physical presence in Malta; the obligations relate to property, insurance, assets and conduct. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-there-a-language-test · Category: REQUIREMENTS ## What health insurance is required? A policy covering all risks normally covered for Maltese nationals, for the main applicant and every dependant, maintained for as long as the certificate is held. The Agency describes it as covering risks in Malta and other European countries, and its FAQ indicates a minimum of €30,000 cover per annum with full expenses covered for Malta, plus separate travel insurance when travelling in Schengen. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-health-insurance-is-required · Category: REQUIREMENTS ## How much does the MPRP cost in government fees? For applications under the current rules (Legal Notice 146 of 2025): a non-refundable administration fee of €60,000 (€15,000 within one month of submission and €45,000 within two months of the Letter of Approval in Principle), a government contribution of €37,000 whether you buy or rent, a €2,000 donation to a registered NGO, €7,500 for each adult dependant other than the spouse (adult children with a certified disability are also exempt), and a residence card fee of €500 per person for five years. On top of this come the property (purchase of at least €375,000 or rent of at least €14,000 per year), health insurance and professional fees. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-much-does-the-mprp-cost · Category: COSTS ## Is the administration fee refundable? No. The regulations describe it as a non-refundable administration fee. The Agency FAQ also confirms it is non-transferable to other programmes, such as a citizenship application. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-the-administration-fee-refundable · Category: COSTS ## How are the fees paid? By direct bank transfer from the account declared by the main applicant in Form MPRP2. The Agency does not accept card payments, virtual payment platforms or cryptocurrency for fees and contributions (cards are accepted only for residence card processing fees). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-are-fees-paid · Category: COSTS ## What taxes and fees do I pay when buying property in Malta? Duty on documents of 5% of the price (first-time buyers pay no duty on the first €200,000 of a home for their own residence), notarial fees, searches and registration, and for non-residents buying outside a Special Designated Area an AIP permit. See [Property costs](/malta/property/costs). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-taxes-do-i-pay-when-buying-property-in-malta · Category: PROPERTY ## Can foreigners buy property in Malta? Yes. EU citizens resident in Malta for five years may buy freely; other EU citizens and non-EU citizens may buy one residential property with an Acquisition of Immovable Property (AIP) permit, or any number of properties in Special Designated Areas without a permit. See [Buying property](/malta/property/buying). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-foreigners-buy-property-in-malta · Category: PROPERTY ## What property qualifies for the MPRP? A residential property in Malta or Gozo either purchased for at least €375,000 or rented for at least €14,000 per year, meeting general health and safety standards and suitable for a comparable family. Hotel rooms and non-residential property do not qualify. The property must be held for five years from the date of the certificate. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-property-qualifies · Category: PROPERTY ## Do I need to own or rent the property before I apply? No. The property title must be presented within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle. A property bought or leased before submission is acceptable if it satisfies the qualifying-property rules. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#do-i-need-property-before-applying · Category: PROPERTY ## Can I rent out or sub-let the qualifying property? The Agency's programme page lists among the benefits 'the option to lease property, with the possibility to sub-lease after five years' and 'the option to lease purchased property in Special Designated Areas'. The regulations also allow the Agency to issue guidelines on the use of a qualifying property during temporary absences. Confirm the current guidelines with the Agency or your licensed agent before letting a property. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-i-rent-out-the-property · Category: PROPERTY ## Can I sell or change the property in the first five years? Yes, with the Agency's consent and without any gap: an owned property may be replaced with another owned property, and a rented property with another rented property or a purchased one. Switching from an owned property to a rented one is not permitted in the first five years. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-i-change-property-in-first-five-years · Category: PROPERTY ## Do my spouse and children pay a dependant fee? Under the current First Schedule, the spouse, children under 18 and adult children certified as having a disability pay no administration fee. Adult children aged 18 to 28, parents and grandparents each attract a €7,500 non-refundable administration fee. Every person, including the spouse and children, pays the residence card fee. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#do-spouse-and-children-pay-fees · Category: FAMILY ## Who can be included as a dependant? The spouse (or partner in a relationship of equivalent status); children under 18; unmarried adult children aged 18 to 28 who are principally dependent on the main applicant; adult children with a certified disability (no age limit); and parents or grandparents of the main applicant or spouse who are not in full-time employment and are principally dependent. Household staff cannot be included. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#who-counts-as-a-dependant · Category: FAMILY ## What does 'principally dependent' mean? According to the Agency FAQ, the main applicant must prove that at the time of submission the adult dependant cannot live a self-sufficient basic independent life without the main applicant's support. Adults with accumulated wealth or sufficient income (for example from significant shareholdings, senior corporate roles, financial assets, property or employment) would not be eligible even if the main applicant contributes to their lifestyle. The main applicant declares dependency in an affidavit and should add supporting evidence. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-does-principally-dependent-mean · Category: FAMILY ## Can I add a dependant after the certificate is issued? Yes. A beneficiary may apply through the agent to add dependants, the spouse of a dependent child, or the minor child of an approved dependant, subject to due diligence and the applicable administration fee payable on submission. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-i-add-dependants-later · Category: FAMILY ## Which documents are required? Application forms (MPRP1, 2, 3, 4/4a, 10), a power of attorney, certified passports, birth and marriage certificates, all divorce certificates, police conduct certificates for everyone over 14, evidence of assets and source of funds and wealth, three months of bank statements, evidence of employment or business ownership, medical reports, and affidavits of dependency for adult dependants. After approval in principle: the property deed or lease, health insurance policy, donation receipt and payment confirmations. Use the interactive checklist for a personalised list. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#which-documents-are-required · Category: DOCUMENTS ## How long does the MPRP application take? The regulations set deadlines for the applicant (initial fee within one month of submission; fee balance within two months and property, contribution, donation and insurance within eight months of the Letter of Approval in Principle) but no statutory processing time for the Agency. The Agency says decisions are communicated within a reasonable timeframe commensurate with due-diligence checks. Any overall timeline you see elsewhere is an estimate. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-long-does-the-mprp-take · Category: APPLICATION ## Can I live in Malta while the application is being processed? Since Legal Notice 146 of 2025, on submission of the application the applicant may apply for a temporary residence permit valid for one year for themselves and their dependants, renewable for further one-year periods provided all application documentation is submitted within six months of the application. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#temporary-residence-permit-during-application · Category: APPLICATION ## Do I have to use a licensed agent? Yes. The regulations require every application to be made through an agent licensed by the Residency Malta Agency. The Agency publishes a public register of licensed agents. Agents set their own professional fees. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#do-i-need-a-licensed-agent · Category: APPLICATION ## Why can an application be refused? Grounds include failing the fit-and-proper criteria in regulation 13 (criminal charges or convictions, sanctions listings, threats to public policy or security, previous refusals), providing false or misleading information or omitting requested information, not paying the initial fee within one month, and not fulfilling the property, contribution, donation and insurance requirements within the deadlines after approval in principle. Agency decisions are discretionary and not subject to appeal. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#why-can-an-application-be-refused · Category: APPLICATION ## What happens after the first five years? The minimum-value property requirement falls away, but to keep the residence status the beneficiary must still hold a residential property in Malta or Gozo and maintain health insurance. The Agency may continue to check compliance and carry out spot checks at its discretion. The capital-asset requirement applies for the first five years only. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-happens-after-five-years · Category: COMPLIANCE ## Does the MPRP give any tax benefits? No. The Agency FAQ states that the MPRP does not provide any tax status or benefit; ordinary Maltese tax rules apply. As a general principle, non-domiciled individuals resident in Malta are taxed on Malta-source income and gains and on foreign income remitted to Malta; individual circumstances vary and tax advice should be sought. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#does-mprp-give-tax-benefits · Category: TAX ## What languages are spoken in Malta? Maltese is the national language and both Maltese and English are official languages under article 5 of the Constitution. English is used in business, higher education and most public services, so you can live and work in Malta without Maltese. See the [language guide](/malta/language). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-languages-are-spoken-in-malta · Category: LIVING ## Is Malta in the EU and the Schengen area? Yes. Malta joined the EU on 1 May 2004, the Schengen area on 21 December 2007 and the euro on 1 January 2008. See [EU and Schengen](/malta/eu-schengen). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-malta-in-the-eu-and-schengen · Category: LIVING ## How many people live in Malta? About 574,000 people on 1 January 2025 according to the official population series (Eurostat, transmitted by the NSO). Roughly three in ten residents are non-Maltese citizens. See [Population](/malta/population). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-many-people-live-in-malta · Category: LIVING ## What is the weather like in Malta? Mediterranean: hot dry summers with average daily highs of 28–32 °C from June to September, mild winters with highs around 15–17 °C, and around 470 mm of rain a year, almost all between October and March (1991–2020 averages). See [Climate](/malta/climate) and the Met Office for today's weather. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-is-the-weather-like-in-malta · Category: LIVING ## What is Sliema like to live in? Dense, convenient and international: seafront promenades, shops, offices, the Valletta ferry and the largest rental market in Malta, mostly apartments. It is the most expensive area; parking and traffic are the trade-offs. See the [Sliema guide](/malta/locations/sliema) and current listings. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#sliema-what-is-it-like · Category: LIVING ## Can I live in Gozo and work in Malta? Many people do. The Gozo Channel ferry takes about 25 minutes and Gozo residents pay subsidised fares; the fast ferry reaches Valletta directly for foot passengers. Allow for the drive to Ċirkewwa and onward travel. See the [Gozo guide](/malta/locations/gozo). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#gozo-commuting · Category: LIVING ## How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malta? It depends mostly on location. Our editorial market review (October 2026, not an official statistic) puts a two-bedroom apartment at roughly €1,200–2,000 a month in the Sliema–St Julian's harbour area, €900–1,400 in the north, €850–1,300 in the south-east and €700–1,100 in Gozo. The official rents index rose 1.7% in 2025 after 8.9% in 2024. See the [cost of living guide](/malta/cost-of-living) and current listings. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-much-does-it-cost-to-rent-in-malta · Category: COST_OF_LIVING ## Is healthcare free in Malta? Public healthcare is free at the point of use for entitled residents: Maltese citizens and residents who pay social security contributions, with their dependants. Visitors from the EU use the EHIC. Residents who are not contributing, including most MPRP holders, need private health insurance (the MPRP requires it). See [Healthcare](/malta/healthcare). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-healthcare-free-in-malta · Category: HEALTHCARE ## What is the emergency number in Malta? 112, free from any phone, for police, ambulance and fire. See [Safety](/malta/safety). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-is-the-emergency-number-in-malta · Category: HEALTHCARE ## Are schools in Malta free? What about international schools? Education is compulsory from 5 to 16 and free in state schools. Church schools charge no tuition but ask for a contribution; independent and international schools (IB, American curriculum) charge fees. The University of Malta teaches in English; EU students are largely tuition-free while non-EU students pay published course fees. See [Education](/malta/education). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#are-schools-free-in-malta · Category: EDUCATION ## Is public transport free in Malta? Residents who hold a personalised tallinja card travel free on scheduled bus routes under the Government scheme. Others pay €2.00 for a single journey in winter (19 October 2025 – 13 June 2026), valid for two hours, or use the Explore cards. See [Transport](/malta/transport). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-public-transport-free-in-malta · Category: TRANSPORT ## How much is the Gozo ferry and how long does it take? The Gozo Channel crossing from Ċirkewwa to Mġarr takes about 25 minutes. A standard passenger pays €4.65 return, a car and driver €15.70; children 3–12 pay €1.15, resident seniors travel free and Gozo residents pay subsidised fares. Tickets are bought and validated on the Gozo side. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#how-much-is-the-gozo-ferry · Category: TRANSPORT ## What is the minimum wage in Malta? The national minimum wage for a full-time adult is €994 a month in the first half of 2026 (Eurostat series earn_mw_cur; €961 in 2025). The weekly rate and annual adjustment mechanism are set by the National Minimum Wage National Standard Order (S.L. 452.71). See [Work](/malta/work). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-is-the-minimum-wage-in-malta · Category: EMPLOYMENT ## Can non-EU citizens work in Malta? Yes, with a single permit (residence and work) applied for through Identità with the employer, after Jobsplus labour-market checks. MPRP residence does not itself include the right to work; MPRP holders who wish to work apply for an employment licence separately. See [Work](/malta/work). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#can-non-eu-citizens-work-in-malta · Category: EMPLOYMENT ## What are the income tax rates in Malta? Personal income tax is progressive. For year of assessment 2026 (income earned in 2025) the single rates are 0% up to €12,000, 15% from €12,001 to €16,000, 25% from €16,001 to €60,000 and 35% above €60,000; married (joint) and parent computations have wider bands. Rates are set in article 56 of the Income Tax Act (Cap. 123). This is general information, not tax advice. See [Tax](/malta/tax). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-are-income-tax-rates-in-malta · Category: TAXES ## What is the VAT rate in Malta? The standard rate is 18% (VAT Act, Cap. 406); reduced rates apply to listed supplies such as accommodation and certain services. See [Tax](/malta/tax). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-is-vat-in-malta · Category: TAXES ## Is Malta a good place for families? That depends on what your family needs, so we present the facts rather than a verdict: free state schooling and childcare schemes, English-medium and international schools, free public healthcare for entitled residents, safe beaches with lifeguards in summer, and family-oriented localities such as Attard, Naxxar, Swieqi and Mellieħa. Housing cost and traffic are the main trade-offs. See [Family life](/malta/family). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-malta-good-for-families · Category: FAMILIES ## Is Malta a good place to retire? We do not rank places as 'best'. Facts you can use: a mild climate, English-speaking services, high life expectancy, public healthcare for those entitled and a private sector for others, a compact country where everything is close, and residency routes including the MPRP. Costs are highest in the harbour towns and lowest in Gozo. See [Retirement](/malta/retirement). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#is-malta-good-for-retirement · Category: RETIREMENT ## Which beaches are in Malta and Gozo? Sandy beaches include Għadira (Mellieħa Bay), Golden Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa, Paradise Bay and Armier in the north of Malta, St George's Bay in St Julian's, Pretty Bay in the south, Ramla and San Blas in Gozo and the Blue Lagoon on Comino; rocky swimming spots line Sliema and the south-east. Our [beach database](/malta/beaches) lists type, access, facilities and transport without subjective rankings. URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-are-the-best-beaches-in-malta · Category: TOURISM ## What are Malta's UNESCO World Heritage Sites? Three properties: the City of Valletta (1980), the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum (1980) and the Megalithic Temples of Malta (1980, extended 1992: Ġgantija, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra, Tarxien, Ta' Ħaġrat and Skorba). See [Heritage](/malta/heritage). URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/malta-mprp/faq#what-are-maltas-unesco-sites · Category: TOURISM # Updates and legal notices # Population reaches 574,250 on 1 January 2025 > Official population figures put Malta's population at 574,250 on 1 January 2025, up from 563,443 a year earlier, with net migration of about 13,900 during 2025. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/population-1-january-2025 - Category: Government - Published: 25 September 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 1 October 2026 - Scope: Malta - Status: current - Source publication date: 25 September 2026 ## What changed New annual population figures published. ## Previously applicable 563,443 on 1 January 2024. ## Currently applicable 574,250 on 1 January 2025 (Eurostat demo_pjan, NSO transmission). ## Who is affected Anyone using population statistics; housing and infrastructure planning. ## Sources - Eurostat — European Commission (data transmitted by NSO Malta): Eurostat — Population and demography (demo_pjan, demo_pjanind, demo_gind, demo_r_d3dens, migr_pop1ctz, demo_mlexpec, ilc_lvph01), "Population on 1 January; population density; crude rates; citizenship; median age; life expectancy; household size" (25 September 2026) — https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/databrowser/view/demo_pjan/default/table --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/population-1-january-2025). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Wider income tax bands apply from year of assessment 2026 > The Income Tax Act as amended by Act III of 2026 sets the single, married and parent rate bands applicable from year of assessment 2026 (income earned in 2025): the 0% band for single taxpayers runs to €12,000 and the 15% band to €16,000. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/income-tax-bands-ya2026 - Category: Government - Published: 10 March 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 1 October 2026 - Effective date: 1 January 2026 - Scope: Malta - Status: current - Source publication date: 10 March 2026 ## What changed Article 56(1) rate bands applicable from year of assessment 2026. ## Previously applicable The bands in force for year of assessment 2025 (see the consolidated Act's footnotes). ## Currently applicable Single: 0% to €12,000; 15% to €16,000; 25% to €60,000; 35% above. Married: 0% to €15,000; 15% to €23,000; 25% to €60,000; 35% above. Parent: 0% to €13,000; 15% to €17,500; 25% to €60,000; 35% above. ## Who is affected Individuals resident in Malta filing for year of assessment 2026. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Laws of Malta: Income Tax Act (Cap. 123), consolidated, "Chapter 123 of the Laws of Malta, consolidated as at 10 March 2026 (incl. Act III of 2026 rates applicable from year of assessment 2026)" — https://legislation.mt/eli/cap/123/eng --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/income-tax-bands-ya2026). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # National minimum wage rises to €994 a month for 2026 > The monthly minimum wage for a full-time adult is €994 in 2026, up from €961 in 2025, per the official Eurostat series based on the national standard order. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/minimum-wage-2026 - Category: Economy - Published: 1 January 2026 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 1 October 2026 - Effective date: 1 January 2026 - Scope: Malta - Status: current - Source publication date: 31 July 2026 ## What changed The annual adjustment of the national minimum wage for 2026. ## Previously applicable €961 a month (2025). ## Currently applicable €994 a month (first half of 2026). ## Who is affected Employees on the minimum wage and employers; cost-of-living calculations. ## Sources - Eurostat — European Commission (data transmitted by NSO Malta): Eurostat — Labour market and earnings (une_rt_a, lfsi_emp_a, earn_mw_cur, earn_nt_net, lfsa_ewhun2, edat_lfse_20), "Unemployment rate; employment rate 20–64; monthly minimum wage; annual net earnings (single, no children, average wage); average usual weekly hours; NEET rate" (10 September 2026) — https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/databrowser/view/earn_mw_cur/default/table --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/minimum-wage-2026). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Winter bus fare of €2.00 applies from 19 October 2025 to 13 June 2026 > Malta Public Transport's single-journey fare on day services is €2.00 in the winter period, valid for two hours when paying cash or contactless. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/bus-winter-fare-2025-26 - Category: Transport - Published: 19 October 2025 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 1 October 2026 - Effective date: 19 October 2025 - Scope: Malta - Status: current - Source publication date: 19 October 2025 ## What changed The seasonal fare change: the winter single fare of €2.00 applies from 19 October 2025 until 13 June 2026. ## Previously applicable The summer single fare applied until 18 October 2025. ## Currently applicable €2.00 single journey (2-hour validity) on day services; residents with a personalised tallinja card continue to travel free under the Government scheme. ## Who is affected Bus passengers paying single fares; visitors and residents without the tallinja scheme. ## Sources - Malta Public Transport (national scheduled bus operator): Malta Public Transport — Fares and tickets, "Fares and tickets: single journey fares, 12 Single Day Journeys, Explore and Explore Flex cards, personalised tallinja card (free travel scheme)" — https://www.publictransport.com.mt/fares-and-tickets/ --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/bus-winter-fare-2025-26). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Legal Notice 146 of 2025: administration fee rises to €60,000, contribution unified at €37,000, spouse and minors exempt from dependant fees, one-year temporary residence permit > The July 2025 amendment reshaped the fee schedule, exempted spouses, minor children and adult children with a disability from the dependant administration fee, introduced a temporary residence permit on application and a new agent-licensing regime. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-146-2025-fee-restructure-temporary-residence - Category: MPRP - Published: 22 July 2025 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Effective date: 22 July 2025 - Scope: MPRP programme - Status: current - Source publication date: 22 July 2025 ## What changed The First Schedule was substituted. The main applicant's non-refundable administration fee became €60,000 (€15,000 on submission, €45,000 within two months of the Letter of Approval in Principle). The government contribution became €37,000 for both the purchase and rental routes. The per-dependant administration fee became €7,500, with the spouse, children under 18 and adult children with a certified disability exempt; the separate per-dependant contribution was removed. Regulation 9(6) added a one-year temporary residence permit available on application, renewable annually if documentation is submitted within six months. Regulations 5, 6A–6C, 8 and 8A introduced direct licensing of agents by the Agency (accountants/auditors, lawyers, licensed financial advisors), annual renewal and a €5,000 annual licence fee (Third Schedule). ## Previously applicable Under L.N. 310 of 2024 (1 January – 21 July 2025): administration fee €50,000 (€15,000 + €35,000); contribution €30,000 (purchase) or €60,000 (rental); each dependant €5,000 administration fee plus €5,000 contribution (dependants with a disability exempt). ## Currently applicable Administration fee €60,000; contribution €37,000 regardless of property route; €7,500 administration fee per adult dependant other than the spouse and adult children with a certified disability; no per-dependant contribution; optional temporary residence permit on submission. ## Who is affected Applications submitted from the entry into force of L.N. 146 of 2025 (published in Government Gazette No. 21,472 on 22 July 2025). Earlier applications remain governed by the rules in force at submission. ## Details The consolidated text of S.L. 217.26 published by the Residency Malta Agency incorporates these amendments. The Agency's MPRP page and 9/2025 brochure reflect the new figures, including a residence card fee of €500 per person for five years. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette No. 21,472: Legal Notice 146 of 2025 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, "L.N. 146 of 2025: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2025" (effective 22 July 2025) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2025/146/eng --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-146-2025-fee-restructure-temporary-residence). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Legal Notice 310 of 2024: property thresholds unified at €375,000 / €14,000, fees increased from 1 January 2025 > From 1 January 2025 the same property thresholds applied across Malta and Gozo, the administration fee rose to €50,000, the contribution to €30,000 or €60,000, and a €10,000 charge per dependant was introduced. A second asset route (€650,000 with €75,000 financial) was added. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-310-2024-thresholds-from-1-january-2025 - Category: MPRP - Published: 19 November 2024 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Effective date: 1 January 2025 - Scope: MPRP programme - Status: historical (superseded) - Source publication date: 19 November 2024 ## What changed Minimum purchase value became €375,000 and minimum annual rent €14,000 for any property in Malta or Gozo, deleting the lower South of Malta/Gozo tier and the definition of 'south of Malta'. The initial administration fee instalment rose from €10,000 to €15,000 with a one-month payment deadline; the total administration fee rose to €50,000. The contribution became €30,000 (purchase) or €60,000 (rental). Each dependant attracted a €5,000 administration fee and a €5,000 contribution (dependants with a certified disability exempt). Regulation 9(2) added the alternative asset test of €650,000 including €75,000 in financial assets. 'Sickness insurance' was renamed 'health insurance'. Regulation 3 added the 'not yet attained 29' age limit wording for adult children. ## Previously applicable L.N. 121 of 2021 (29 March 2021 – 31 December 2024): purchase €350,000 (€300,000 in Gozo or the South of Malta); rent €12,000 (€10,000 in Gozo or the South); administration fee €40,000 (€10,000 + €30,000); contribution €28,000 (purchase) or €58,000 (rental); €7,500 per parent or grandparent; single asset test of €500,000 including €150,000 financial. ## Currently applicable The property thresholds and the €650,000 asset route remain in force. The fee schedule set by L.N. 310 was itself replaced by L.N. 146 of 2025 on 22 July 2025 (see that update). ## Who is affected Applications submitted on or after 1 January 2025. Regulation 7 of L.N. 310 provides that applications submitted before that date remain governed by the regulations in force at submission. ## Details L.N. 310 of 2024 was published on 19 November 2024 and came into force on 1 January 2025 (regulation 1(2)). ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 310 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 310 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment No. 2) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 January 2025) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Legal-Notice-310-of-2024.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-310-2024-thresholds-from-1-january-2025). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # Legal Notice 57 of 2024: amendments to conditions, cessation and confidentiality provisions > The first 2024 amendment adjusted regulations 15 (further conditions), 17 (cessation of certificate) and 21 (confidentiality), as recorded in the consolidated regulations. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-57-2024-amendments - Category: MPRP - Published: 1 March 2024 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Effective date: 1 March 2024 - Scope: MPRP programme - Status: historical (superseded) - Source publication date: 1 March 2024 ## What changed The consolidated S.L. 217.26 records L.N. 57 of 2024 as amending regulations 15, 17 and 21. Professional summaries of the amendment describe the introduction of the 29-year age cap for adult children at the time of application, which the consolidated text now contains in regulation 3(c). ## Previously applicable Before 2024, unmarried adult children of any age could qualify if principally dependent (regulation 3(c) as originally enacted required only that the child be over 18, unmarried and principally dependent). ## Currently applicable Adult children must be over 18 but under 29 at the time of application, unmarried at submission and principally dependent; the age cap does not apply to adult children with a certified disability. ## Who is affected Applications submitted after the amendment took effect in 2024. ## Details The exact Gazette publication date of L.N. 57 of 2024 has not yet been confirmed from the Gazette itself by our editorial team; the entry is based on the consolidated regulations' amendment record and should be re-verified against legislation.mt. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 57 of 2024 — MPRP (Amendment) Regulations, 2024, "L.N. 57 of 2024: Malta Permanent Residence Programme (Amendment) Regulations, 2024" (effective 1 March 2024) — https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2024/57/eng --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/ln-57-2024-amendments). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. # 29 March 2021: the Malta Permanent Residence Programme replaces the MRVP > Legal Notice 121 of 2021 brought the MPRP into force, closing the Malta Residence and Visa Programme to new applications. - URL: https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/mprp-launched-29-march-2021 - Category: MPRP - Published: 29 March 2021 - Updated: 3 October 2026 - Last verified against sources: 30 September 2026 - Effective date: 29 March 2021 - Scope: MPRP programme - Status: historical (superseded) - Source publication date: 26 March 2021 ## What changed New regulations under article 7A of the Immigration Act created the MPRP with a capital-asset test (€500,000 including €150,000 financial), a €40,000 administration fee, contributions of €28,000 (purchase) or €58,000 (rental), property thresholds of €350,000/€300,000 or rent of €12,000/€10,000, a €2,000 NGO donation and a €7,500 fee per parent or grandparent. ## Previously applicable The Malta Residence and Visa Programme (S.L. 217.18), which continues to govern certificates issued under it and applications pending at 29 March 2021. ## Currently applicable All new applications from 29 March 2021 are governed by the MPRP regulations, as since amended. ## Who is affected All new applicants from 29 March 2021. Regulation 26 contains transitory provisions for MRVP certificates and pending applications. ## Sources - Government of Malta — Government Gazette: Legal Notice 121 of 2021 — Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, 2021, "L.N. 121 of 2021, Immigration Act (Cap. 217): Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations, 2021" (effective 29 March 2021) — https://residencymalta.gov.mt/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/L.N.-121-of-2021.pdf --- Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com (https://www.maltamprp.com/updates/mprp-launched-29-march-2021). Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates. Source: Malta MPRP Guide, https://www.maltamprp.com. Independent, source-referenced information on the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP); not the Government of Malta or the Residency Malta Agency. Official programme information: Residency Malta Agency, https://residencymalta.gov.mt/. When you use these facts, cite the page URL and the last-verified date, and quote amounts with their effective dates.