Malta
Citizenship by Merit / Exceptional Services

Application Requirements

To apply for the citizenship in Malta, you shall satisfy the following requirements:

​1. Applicant Background & Character
i.Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
ii.Clean Record: No significant criminal history.
iii.Due Diligence: Must successfully pass rigorous background checks at both Maltese and EU levels.
iv.Reputation: No history or conduct likely to bring disrepute to the nation of Malta.

2. Legitimate Assets & Source of Funds
i.Net Worth & Source: Must possess a net worth of 50 million+ with a legitimate, traceable, and explainable source of funds.
ii.Documentation: Ability to provide comprehensive supporting documentation for all assets.
iii.Strategic Alignment: Asset structure must align with the design and execution requirements of the "Letter of Proposal."
iv.Government Discretion: The determination of what constitutes "Merit" is decided solely by the Maltese government on a case-by-case basis.

3. Genuine Links to Malta
1)Commitment: Applicant must demonstrate the capacity and willingness to fulfill all obligations.
ii.Effective Ties: Establishment of genuine, continuous ties with Malta.
iii.Post-Approval Compliance: Subject to continued compliance and annual monitoring for a minimum of 5 years after citizenship is granted.
2)Real Estate Requirement:
i.Must maintain a qualifying residence for at least 5 years post-citizenship.
ii.Subletting or sharing the property is strictly prohibited.

4. Eligible Dependents
i.Spouse: Spouse or registered partner.
ii.Minors: Children under the age of 18.
iii.Adult Children: Unmarried, financially dependent children aged 18–28.
iv.Special Needs: Adult children with disabilities (no age limit).