With the Legal Notice No 159 of 2025, Malta has updated the
regulations for the acquisition of Maltese citizenship. This
framework replaces the previous citizenship programme known as
"Citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services"
and creates a naturalisation model which is now centred on merit
and public interest.
The revamped programme is aimed at individuals who render an
exceptional service or make an exceptional contribution to the
Republic of Malta or to humanity. Eligible individuals may include
innovators and scientists, high-profile cultural figures,
philanthropists, entrepreneurs, as well as distinguished figures in
various sectors such as diplomacy, health, resilience, technology
and sports, among others.
