British and other non-EU nationals have several residency programmes available in Malta, each offering different benefits and pathways. Malta’s residency options for non-EU nationals are diverse, covering investment, lifestyle, remote work, and entrepreneurship, making it an attractive EU base for international families and professionals.

Malta Residency Programmes for Non-EU Nationals

Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)

• Grants permanent residency
• Provides Schengen visa-free travel
• Requires property investment, government contributions, and application fees
• Covers multiple generations within one application

Malta Global Residence Programme (GRP)

• Designed for non-EU, non-EEA, non-Swiss nationals.
• €15,000 minimum tax payment with special tax status of 15% rate on remitted income, which maybe offset with Malta arising income
• Requires qualifying property purchase/rental
• Can be inherited
• Can include domestic staff

 

Digital Nomad Visa

• For remote workers and freelancers.      
• Visa-free travel within the Schengen area
• Immediate family members can be included in the application
• Show annual income of €42,000
• Low application fee of €300

 

Startup Residency Programme

For entrepreneurs establishing innovative businesses in Malta.

• Visa-free travel within the Schengen area
• Immediate family members can be included in the application
• Low minimum investment
• Business friendly environment (English language, EU based)

 

Retirement Residency Programme

For retirees seeking Malta’s lifestyle and benefits.

• Minimum tax payment of €2,500 with a 15% rate on pension or retirement income remitted to Malta, which may be offset by double taxation agreements
• Visa-free travel within the Schengen area
• Requires qualifying property purchase/rental and a minimum annual income
• Can be inherited