As part of Malta's ongoing efforts to modernise its
corporate legal framework, the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act
No. XVIII of 2025) has entered into force with the objective of
introducing significant updates to the Companies Act. The reforms
streamline company administration and establish a simplified, more
transparent process for dissolution, aiming to increase operational
efficiency, reduce compliance burdens, and strengthen Malta's
appeal as a competitive business jurisdiction.
The amendments, which came into effect on the 16th of
December 2025 following the publication of Legal Notice 286 of
2025, address key aspects of corporate governance, including
directors' responsibilities, filing and reporting obligations,
and formalities surrounding company winding-up. In parallel, the
Companies Act (Forms) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations,
2025 (Legal Notice 287 of 2025) have been introduced to
revise and standardise statutory forms. These updates ensure
alignment
