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By virtue of L.N. 291 of 2020, the Real Estate Agents, Property Brokers and Property Consultants Act, 2020 (Chapter 615 of the Laws of Malta) ("Act")...

The site technical officer will be the person responsible to ensure that method statements are adhered to.

The case Josephine Mangion et. (the "Plaintiffs") vs. George Grech et. (the "Defendants") was brought before the First Hall Civil Court (Constitutional Jurisdiction) (the "Court")...

Schemes allowing for the reduction in duty on the acquisition of immovable property have been extended pursuant to the publication of LN 427 of 2020.

The Government recently released a White Paper entitled "Reforming the Condominium Act" which invited comments on proposed changes to be made to such Act.

This article explores how family offices in Malta strategically manage real estate assets through tailored structures such as trusts and holding companies.

Malta's Global Residence Programme (GRP) will be replaced by a new Individual Tax Programme from January 2027, introducing substantially higher entry requirements including increased minimum tax obligations and stricter property thresholds. Eligible applicants who submit applications before December 31, 2026 can secure grandfathered status under the current, more favorable GRP terms until 2031, potentially saving significant costs on application fees, property requirements, and annual tax minimums.

The local market for short-let rented accommodation has grown rapidly over the past decade, with non-collective accommodation, including short-let apartments, houses and villas...

When exploring Malta's real estate market, one cannot miss the unique architectural elements, thresholds, and terraces of its splendid and varied properties.

Malta's Permanent Residence Programme offers non-EU nationals a lawful route to European residence through property investment and government contributions totalling €99,000. Recent amendments introduced in 2025...

Discover the latest official guidelines on Malta's emergency services and essential procedures for residents and property buyers.

This is the second part of a 2-part series on property law actions emanating from civil law in respect to the notions of ownership and possession. The first part of this series focused on the enforcement of property.

Act XX of 2024: ‘Various Laws relating to Private Residential Leases (Amendment) Act' – Key Effects and Legal Implications

Prescription is a mode of acquiring a right by a continuous, uninterrupted, peaceable, open, and unequivocal possession for a time specified by law.

Malta offers 9 residence programmes to meet different individual circumstances. Some are appropriate for non-EU individuals while others provide an incentive for EU residents to move to Malta.

Dreaming of a Mediterranean home or looking to diversify your portfolio with a strong European investment? Malta's real estate market continues to offer a unique blend of old-world charm, modern convenience, and robust value for buyers in 2025.

Malta has a hybrid legal system, combining elements of both civil law and common law traditions. Its core private law framework is derived from Roman law, while certain areas of commercial law reflect common law influence.