Your Freedom, Your Future, Your Global Advantage.
Malta Citizenship & Residency (2026)
Residency & Citizenship in Europe: Your Gateway to Global Mobility
NOTARY DR. SAM ABELA
Where Trust is Placed
We guide you every step of the way in securing Maltese residence and citizenship by investment. With over a decade of experience and a global client base spanning 160+ countries our dedicated team offers personalised advice to help you select the best investment route, aligned with your long-term goals for a golden visa and citizenship within Europe. This is your gateway to the EU – let experienced advisors help you secure your future. Reach out today and take the next step.
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Why us
About us
Our goal is to help our clients to achieve their dreams & goals from immigration. Our assets are our people and reputation
The Board of Directors and management team of Notary Dr. SAM ABELA have deep knowledge and strong forecast with the governance practices that help and ensure our clients to achieve their immigration goal with accountability. We have generated 500+ successful cases around the world as one of the top immigration and consultant company.
Our Vision
We are committed to continuous innovation and growth, building a solid foundation to deliver comprehensive immigration and investment services—empowering thousands of clients to realize their dream of global residency.
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Integrity
When it comes to integrity, we are uncompromising. We deal with clients, colleagues, government agencies and with each other with honesty, fairness and respect. We believe that teamwork and collaboration yield the best results for our clients and, at the same time, encourages growth and professional development for our people.ecoming a leading firm in immigration consulting and comprehensive migration solutions
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Excellence.
We have been doing immigration law since immigration law was invented in Europe. For over years, we have been bringing people from around the world to EU to live and work. We are proud of the outstanding legal work that we do every day. For us, results matter.
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Dedication.
We treat each and every client as though they were our only client and treat them like family. We listen, we care and we get the job done. Quite simply, we care.
Client Testimonials
Life in Malta
5.0
Education Malta has a long-standing reputation for education, supported by international schools offering British, IB, and bilingual programmes. These institutions attract families from across the world, creating a diverse and familiar community for globally mobile households. The University of Malta, one of the oldest universities in the Commonwealth, anchors the country’s academic reputation
James Carter
4.8
Quality of life Malta’s lifestyle is shaped by a strong sense of community, steady public services, and a climate that supports outdoor living for most of the year. The islands are compact and easy to navigate, and everyday life is supported by efficient transport links, modern amenities and established residential areas. English is widely spoken, making day-to-day integration simple for global residents.
Emily Davis
5.0
Strong passport offering global access to 198 countries and territories worldwide. Citizenship of the Malta & the EU. Ability to live, work and study anywhere within the European Union. Strict Due Diligence vetting which ensures only the highest quality of successful applicants. A path based on merit and genuine contribution – not transactional investment – aligning with the latest EU compliance standards. A framework for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, innovators, philanthropists or professionals whose expertise or endeavours deliver lasting benefit to Malta or humanity at large.
Robert Wilson
5.0
Healthcare Malta’s healthcare system is consistently regarded as one of the strongest in the region, with a long history of providing reliable medical care through both public and private providers. Private clinics offer accessible appointments and experienced specialists. This combination of quality and efficiency gives investors confidence that long-term residency includes dependable access to medical support, without the complexity seen in some larger countries.
Olivia Brown
4.9
Low-cost permanent residency within Europe Full family including children and grandparents Visa-free travel throughout Europe (90 days, out of 180 days).
Michael Thompson
Our Services
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Malta Golden Visa : Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP)
Overview
The Maltese Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP) grants permanent residency rights to international investors through a combination of property investment and government contributions.
Property Investment
Purchase a residential property valued at a minimum of €375,000; or Lease a property for at least €14,000 per annum for five years.
Contribution to the Maltese Economy
A contribution of €37,000 to the Maltese economy, covering Spouse and Children.
Donation
€2,000 to a Maltese-registered non-governmental organization.
Non-Refundable Administration Fee
€60,000; €7,500 Each adult dependent (children up to age 29, parents, or grandparents). This programme provides a stable, low-risk investment route to gaining a residency visa in an EU Schengen country, with no minimum stay requirement for residency. Additional application and processing fees apply. All applicants must also hold a valid health insurance policy with a minimum EU-wide coverage of €100,000. Proof is required at final submission stage.
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One of our core principles is responsiveness. All communications are generally addressed within 24 hours from existing clients, if not immediately. As part of our service we always set out clear timelines, so that you will know how and when your immigration needs will be met.
Program Overview : Citizenship by Merit in Malta
As of July 2025, Malta has replaced its investor-citizenship programme with a merit-based naturalisation route under the amended Maltese Citizenship Act (Cap. 188). Under the new system, citizenship may be granted not on the basis of a fixed financial investment, but to individuals whose exceptional contributions – in areas such as science, innovation, culture, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, or social impact – are judged to be of “exceptional interest” to Malta or humanity at large. There is no mandatory contribution threshold, real-estate purchase, rental commitment, or charitable donation required under this merit route. Instead, the applicant must submit a compelling proposal demonstrating value creation or strategic benefit to Malta and pass enhanced due diligence under an independent evaluation board. If approved, naturalisation grants full Maltese Citizenship and a Maltese passport, and therefore European Union citizenship with the ability to live, work and study anywhere in the EU.
Malta Citizenship by Merit Benefits
The Malta Citizenship by Merit Programme offers considerable benefits. The Maltese passport is one of the strongest in the world for visa-free travel and Maltese Citizenship means not only residency in Malta but citizenship within Europe allowing the holder of Maltese citizenship and their family to live and work anywhere within the European Union. Benefits & Highlights Strong passport offering global access to 198 countries and territories worldwide. Citizenship of the Malta & the EU. Ability to live, work and study anywhere within the European Union. Strict Due Diligence vetting which ensures only the highest quality of successful applicants. A path based on merit and genuine contribution – not transactional investment – aligning with the latest EU compliance standards. A framework for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, innovators, philanthropists or professionals whose expertise or endeavours deliver lasting benefit to Malta or humanity at large.
Who is eligible
The Malta citizenship by investment programme is open to non-EU citizens provided they are not citizens of any sanctioned states. Strict due diligence tests apply to all applicants looking to gain citizenship by Merit in Malta. The law and official brief describe merit as exceptional service or contribution that is manifestly superior and clearly advances Malta’s national interest. Illustrative fields include science, research, entrepreneurship and job creation, technology, culture, the arts, sport, and philanthropy.
What’s the difference between Malta Residency By Investment and Malta Citizenship By Investment?
The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) grants permanent residency rights, allowing individuals to live in Malta and travel freely within the Schengen Area. In contrast, Malta Citizenship by Merit, introduced under the amended Maltese Citizenship Act, offers full Maltese citizenship and an EU passport through exceptional individual contribution rather than financial investment. The citizenship route is assessed on merit and strategic value to Malta and therefore differs fundamentally from the residency-by-investment programme, both in structure and qualification criteria.
Malta Retirement Visa
Malta does offer a specific route for retirees, known as the Malta Retirement Programme (MRP), designed for individuals aged 55+ who receive a pension and wish to retire in Malta. While this visa provides favourable tax benefits and residency rights, it is separate from Malta’s more robust investment migration programs.
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One of our core principles is responsiveness. All communications are generally addressed within 24 hours from existing clients, if not immediately. As part of our service we always set out clear timelines, so that you will know how and when your immigration needs will be met.
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FAQ
Malta Residency & Citizenship by Investment FAQ’s
How much does Malta Citizenship by Merit cost?
While Malta now offers citizenship through a merit-based route rather than a fixed-investment scheme, there is no published “price tag” for the Merit pathway. Instead: Eligibility depends on exceptional personal, professional or philanthropic contributions – in fields such as science, technology, culture, entrepreneurship, social impact or other areas of strategic importance for Malta. The application is assessed case-by-case, based on the quality and impact of the proposed contribution, not on predefined financial thresholds. In short: Malta Citizenship by Merit is not bought. It must be earned, through real, meaningful value to Malta.
How can I apply for Malta Residency or Citizenship by Investment?
Can I hold dual citizenship of Malta?
Can you buy property in Malta to get Malta Residency?
What are the requirements for the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)?
How long is the process for obtaining citizenship in Malta?
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