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Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)

Buy or rent a property and pay the government fees, and your whole family obtains permanent residence in an EU member state.

Programme overview

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) lets non-EU nationals obtain Maltese permanent residence by buying or renting a qualifying home and paying government fees and a donation. It can cover your spouse, children, parents and grandparents, and includes a due diligence process.

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PropertyBuy EUR 375,000 or rent EUR 14,000 a year
Government feesEUR 99,000 in total
StatusPermanent residence
FamilySpouse, children, parents and grandparents

Summary

Malta permanent residence requires buying a home worth at least EUR 375,000, or renting one for at least EUR 14,000 a year, held for at least five years, plus a government administration fee, a government contribution and a charitable donation totalling EUR 99,000. Applicants must also show assets of a specified level.

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Key benefits of Malta MPRP

  • Permanent residence in an EU member state for the whole family
  • Rent instead of buying and keep your capital liquid
  • Include parents and grandparents
  • English is an official language

Why Global Immigrate for Malta MPRP

families approved
8+
approval rate
100%
offering this programme since
2021

Carefully selected qualifying assets

We shortlist properties, funds and investments against the official rules and our own criteria, so they qualify and also make sense as investments.

GI Group overseas property team

GI Group’s overseas property team helps you find, negotiate and buy — and later manage lettings.

Clear, transparent fees

All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.

Planning beyond immigration

GI Group’s teams can handle pre-immigration tax, asset allocation, your children’s education and overseas property at the same time, so the arrangements never conflict.

Our three guarantees

Full service-fee refund if refused

Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.

No extra charge for further documents or resubmission

If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.

Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing

Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.

Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.

Requirements

None

  • Buy a home worth at least EUR 375,000, or rent one for at least EUR 14,000 a year, held for at least five years
  • Pay the government administration fee of EUR 60,000, a government contribution of EUR 37,000 and a charitable donation of EUR 2,000
  • Show assets of a specified level (generally EUR 500,000, of which at least EUR 150,000 in financial assets)
  • Pass due diligence and hold health insurance

Main costs

ItemAmount
Government administration feeEUR 60,000
Government contributionEUR 37,000
Charitable donationEUR 2,000
Property (purchase)At least EUR 375,000
Property (rental)At least EUR 14,000 a year

Additional fees apply for adult dependants. Subject to Residency Malta Agency’s latest announcements.

Free Malta MPRP brochure

Covers the requirements, process and timeline, a fee overview and FAQs. Leave your details and we’ll send it to you.

Application process

  1. Assessment and documents1–2 monthsWe assess your assets and family members and prepare the documents.
  2. Application and due diligenceSeveral monthsApply through a licensed agent and undergo due diligence.
  3. Approval in principle and propertyWithin 8 monthsAfter approval in principle, buy or rent the property and make the payments.
  4. Permanent residence cardAfter approvalCollect your residence card once all requirements are met.

Malta MPRP client stories

Example case
Family
Spouse, one child and parents
Approved in
8 months
“We could include my parents, and renting let us keep more capital liquid.”

Maltese permanent residence for the whole family.

Mr Chiang, Taipei
Example case
Family
Spouse and two children
Approved in
10 months
“Due diligence needs a lot of documents; they worked very well with the licensed agent.”

Passed due diligence and residence cards issued.

Ms Kwong, Hong Kong
Example case
Family
Spouse
Approved in
9 months
“They explained every cost clearly — there were no hidden expenses.”

Property arranged and permanent residence granted.

Mr Yu, Singapore

Malta MPRPFAQ

What is the difference between renting and buying?

The government contribution is the same. Renting keeps more capital liquid; buying gives you an asset, which must be held for at least five years.

Do I need to live in Malta?

There is no minimum stay requirement, but you must keep the property.

Can I apply myself?

No. Applications must be made through a licensed agent approved by Residency Malta Agency.

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