Quick answer
The Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi requires a minimum investment of Closed (2025). Government processing typically takes 12–14 months. Holders can travel to about 186 destinations without a visa. A spouse and dependants can usually be included in one application. Residency requirement: 12 months.
At a glance
- Minimum investment
- Closed (2025)
- Minimum pemerintah, sebelum biaya resmi.
- Processing time
- 12–14 months
- Waktu umum setelah berkas lengkap diajukan.
- Visa-free destinations
- 186
- Tujuan tanpa visa sebelumnya. Akses dapat berubah.
- Family inclusion
- Yes
- Periksa anggota keluarga yang memenuhi syarat sebelum mendaftar.
- Residency requirement
- 12 months
- Waktu minimum di negara tersebut untuk mempertahankan status.
Page data updated 14 Oktober 2026
Figures are pending review by a qualified adviser. Always confirm current rules with the official source before investing.
Service fees are not shown here: your adviser prepares a written quote for your family and route. Government and due diligence fees are paid to the authority.
The Malta Citizenship by Investment programme grants citizenship to applicants who make a qualifying economic contribution or investment and pass the government's due diligence checks. Successful applicants receive a passport and can usually include close family members in the same application. Key facts at a glance: minimum investment from Closed (2025); typical processing time 12–14 months; stay requirement: 12 months' residence; travel document access to 186 destinations without a visa in advance. Spouses and children can usually be included, subject to the programme's dependant rules. Every application is reviewed against source-of-funds and source-of-wealth evidence, police records and international screening databases. Preparing clean, certified and translated documents up front is the single biggest factor in avoiding delays. Malta's investor citizenship framework was the subject of a 2025 judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union. Availability and terms may have changed, so speak to an adviser before relying on this route. Programme rules, investment thresholds and government fees change frequently. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice — confirm the current requirements with a qualified adviser before you commit funds.
Is this programme right for you?
The Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi tends to suit applicants when most of these apply.
- You can commit at least Closed (2025) to a qualifying investment
- You can plan around a processing time of 12–14 months
- You want your spouse and children in the same application
- You can meet the residency requirement: 12 months
- Visa-free travel to about 186 destinations matters to you
Who is eligible
- Main applicant aged 18 or over
- Clean criminal record and successful due diligence checks
- Lawful, documented source of funds
Family members
- Spouse or partner
- Children under 18
- Adult children in full-time study
Timeline
Typical steps from first call to approval.
Eligibility assessment
We review your goals, family profile and source of wealth, and confirm which investment options fit.
Documents and due diligence
We prepare certified, translated documents and pre-screen the file against the government's checks.
Investment and submission
You complete the qualifying investment through regulated channels and the application is filed.
Approval and issuance
After approval, permits or passports are issued and we plan renewals and next steps with you.
Documents checklist
The core documents most applicants prepare. Your adviser gives you the complete list for your nationality and family.
- Valid passport for every applicant
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Police clearance from countries of residence
- Proof of address
- Source of funds and source of wealth evidence
- Bank reference letters
- Medical certificate and health insurance where required
- Certified translations and apostilles
Benefits
Global mobility
Travel to 186 destinations without arranging a visa in advance.
Family inclusion
Spouses and children can usually be included in one application.
Predictable timeline
Typical processing of 12–14 months once a complete file is submitted.
186
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations
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This jurisdiction offers tax advantages to new residents.
General information only, pending review by a tax adviser. Your tax position depends on where you are resident, not only on your new status.
Perpanjangan dan jalur kewarganegaraan
Kewarganegaraan diberikan setelah permohonan disetujui. Paspor kemudian diperpanjang seperti paspor lain, tanpa investasi baru.
Pastikan syarat perpanjangan terkini dari sumber resmi sebelum berkomitmen.
Risiko dan uji tuntas
Rencanakan hal berikut sebelum mentransfer dana.
- Pemohon utama dan tanggungan dewasa menjalani pemeriksaan latar belakang dan asal dana.
- Permohonan dapat ditolak, dan beberapa opsi investasi tidak dapat dikembalikan.
- Ambang batas, aturan, dan akses bebas visa dapat berubah dalam waktu singkat.
- Bekerja hanya dengan agen berlisensi dan verifikasi kepemilikan properti atau dana secara independen.
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How it compares
| Programme | Minimum investment | Processing time | Visa-free destinations | Residency requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi | Closed (2025) | 12–14 months | 186 | 12 months |
| Jordan Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi | From JOD 500,000 | 3–6 months | 52 | No minimum stay |
| St. Kitts & Nevis Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi | $250,000 | 120–180 days | 157 | No minimum stay |
| Greece Golden visa | €400,000+ | 3–6 months | 186 | No minimum stay |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum investment for the Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi?
The official minimum is Closed (2025). Government, due diligence and third-party costs are extra and depend on family size.
How long does the Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi take?
Government processing typically takes 12–14 months once a complete application is filed. Preparing documents usually adds a few weeks.
Can I include my family?
Yes. A spouse and dependent children can usually be included; some programmes also accept dependent parents.
Do I need to live there?
Yes: 12 months.
Berapa banyak tujuan yang dapat dikunjungi pemegang Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi tanpa visa?
186 tujuan berdasarkan data terbitan terkini. Akses dapat berubah, periksa sebelum bepergian.
Apakah Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi membuat saya menjadi residen pajak?
Status saja tidak membuat Anda residen pajak. Itu bergantung pada tempat tinggal dan aturan tiap negara, jadi dapatkan nasihat pajak independen.
Apakah Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi dapat mengarah ke kewarganegaraan?
Kewarganegaraan diberikan setelah permohonan disetujui. Paspor kemudian diperpanjang seperti paspor lain, tanpa investasi baru. Pastikan syarat perpanjangan terkini dari sumber resmi sebelum berkomitmen.
Pemeriksaan apa saja dalam permohonan Malta Kewarganegaraan melalui investasi?
Pemohon utama dan tanggungan dewasa menjalani pemeriksaan latar belakang dan asal dana. Permohonan dapat ditolak, dan beberapa opsi investasi tidak dapat dikembalikan.
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