Cyprus or Malta Permanent Residence? Two EU PR Routes Compared
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Cyprus grants PR with a new home from EUR 300,000; Malta allows buying or renting plus government fees. Both are EU permanent residence, but Cyprus is outside Schengen.
Short answer:Cyprus PR is obtained with a new home of EUR 300,000 (plus VAT); Malta PR allows purchase from EUR 375,000 or renting, plus government fees. Both are permanent, but Cyprus is not in Schengen.
Comparison
Cyprus
Malta
Minimum
New home EUR 300,000 + VAT
Buy EUR 375,000 or rent + government fees
Stay requirement
Visit every two years
None
Schengen
No
Yes
Family
Parents possible
Parents and grandparents
How to choose
Direct PR and lower property threshold: Cyprus.
Schengen travel and three generations: Malta.
FAQ
Can Cyprus PR holders live elsewhere in Europe?
No — long-term residence is only in Cyprus.
How much are Malta government fees when renting?
They vary by family size and include government fees and a contribution.
