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Suspended
Malta — Citizenship by Investment
Malta's fixed-investment citizenship program (MEIN) was suspended in April 2025 following an EU Court of Justice ruling. Citizenship is now only available through discretionary, merit-based naturalisation with no set investment amount — ask ICS for current guidance.
⚠️ This program is currently suspended. The information below explains the change and any active alternative — contact ICS for the latest guidance before making any decisions.
About the Citizenship by Investment — Suspended
Malta's fixed-investment citizenship program (MEIN) was suspended in April 2025 following an EU Court of Justice ruling. Citizenship is now only available through discretionary, merit-based naturalisation with no set investment amount — ask ICS for current guidance. ICS consultants help you determine whether this category is the right fit for your profile, and manage every stage of the application on your behalf.
Eligibility Information
- Golden Visa (MPRP): make a government contribution of EUR 28,000-58,000 depending on route, plus qualifying property.
- Purchase property worth EUR 300,000+ (South Malta/Gozo) or EUR 350,000+ (elsewhere), or meet minimum rental thresholds.
- Pass due-diligence, background and source-of-funds checks.
- Hold a clean criminal record with no visa refusals from major countries.
- Include eligible dependents if desired.
Required Documents
Valid passport
Proof of funds / source of wealth
Police clearance certificate
Birth/marriage certificates for dependents
Property purchase/rental agreement
Passport-size photographs
Medical certificate
Application Process
- Free consultation and eligibility review with ICS
- Golden Visa (MPRP) route selection: property purchase or rental
- Source-of-funds documentation and due diligence preparation
- Government contribution and property investment
- Government due-diligence and processing (typically 4-6 months)
- Residency approval — citizenship only possible later via merit-based naturalisation, not by fixed investment
Please note
Requirements may change. Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances. Always verify current requirements with the relevant government authority, or contact ICS for a professional assessment.