ArticleNew More Accessible Fast-Track Work Permit In MaltaA new Fast-track work permit has been introduced in Malta called the Specialist Employee Initiative (SEI).MaltaImmigrationDixcart Group Limited
ArticleGuidelines On The Income Tax Treatment Of Transactions Or Arrangements Involving DLT AssetsThese guidelines, issued under article 96(2) of the Income Tax Act, set out the CfR position on the income tax treatment of transactions involving the use of DLT assets specifically for income tax purposes.MaltaTaxG M Corporate and Fiduciary Services Limited
ArticleMalta’s Fiscal Unity Regime – A Smart Solution For International Business GroupsMalta's Fiscal Unity Regime offers international corporate groups a powerful tool to streamline tax administration and enhance cash flow efficiency within the EU. By allowing qualifying group...MaltaTaxCSB Group
ArticleTax/Duty Schemes On Transfers Of Immovable Property - AmendmentsAmendments to the Tax / Duty Schemes for transfers of old and vacant property, property in UCAs and property developed according to approved criteria.MaltaTaxKPMG Malta
ArticleTax Litigation Series: Challenging Executive Titles Held By The Commissioner For RevenueThe Income Tax Management Act, Chapter 372 of the Laws of Malta (‘ITMA') grants extensive powers to the Commissioner for Revenue (‘CfR') especially in the context of income tax collection.MaltaTaxFenech & Fenech Advocates
ArticleThe CP Legislative Updates Series – March 2026There were several important legislative changes which were published over the course of March 2026. Below is an overview of the key updates across different areas.MaltaTaxCamilleri Preziosi
ArticleThe Residence Programme Rules, 2014 For Individuals Who Are EU, EEA Or Swiss NationalsA Residence Programme ("TRP Rules") has been introduced with effect from 1 July 2013 for individuals who are nationals of the EU, EEA or Switzerland (but not Maltese nationals) in terms of Legal Notice 270 of 2014 and Articles 56(23) and 96 of the (Malta) Income Tax Act, Chapter 123 of the Laws of Malta ("ITA"), and which TRP Rules confer on the successful applicant a special tax status.MaltaTaxDeloitte Malta
ArticleMaltese Citizenship & TaxationMalta's citizenship and taxation systems operate independently, with tax obligations determined by residence and domicile rather than nationality. The Malta Citizenship by Merit programme allows individuals to acquire citizenship while benefiting from the country's non-domiciled tax regime, which taxes only Malta-sourced income and foreign income remitted to Malta. MaltaImmigrationChetcuti Cauchi Advocates
ArticleRetiring To Malta: Residency, Cost Of Living, Housing And MoreFor many years, Malta has been and still is a prime destination for expats who want to retire. MaltaImmigrationCSB Group
ArticleInternational Tax Update: Landmark Ruling On SC Lowy: Principal Purpose Test Under The India-Luxembourg Tax TreatyIn a precedent-setting decision, the Delhi Bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) ruled in favor of SC Lowy P.I. (Lux) S.A.R.L., addressing the applicability of the Principal Purpose Test (PPT)...MaltaTaxCSB Group
ArticleUp For A Gig? The Risks Of Worker Misclassification In The "Gig Economy"Several "gig economy" business models have sprung up in Malta over the past few years. MaltaTaxGVZH Advocates
ArticleMalta Transposes The EU Directive Relating To The Global Minimum TaxThe European Union Global Minimum Level of Taxation for Multinational Enterprise Groups and Large-Scale Domestic Groups Regulations...European UnionTaxWH Partners
ArticleStaying Ahead Of The Curve: Malta's Plan To Further Strengthen Its Financial Services OfferingThe financial services sector has been one of the pillars of the Maltese economy for over 30 years and has allowed Malta to establish itself as a reputable international financial centre.GlobalCorporate/Commercial LawDixcart Group Limited
ArticleNavigating Malta's Yacht VAT: A Guide For Yacht OwnersMalta has gained a high reputation in the shipping and yachting world, not only because of its geographical location but also because it offers attractive and competitive incentives, thereby making Malta one of the top flags in the world. GlobalTaxDixcart Group Limited
ArticleIncentive Guidelines MicroInvest 2014The MicroInvest Scheme is a tax credit incentive aimed at encouraging micro enterprises and self-employed individuals to improve and expand their business. MaltaGovernment, Public SectorCapstone Group
ArticlePresta Nome MandateIn its judgement on the 27 April 2021, delivered in the names of Peter Camilleri (the "Plaintiff") vs Lee David Camilleri u Nicholas Camilleri (the "Defendants"), the Court of Magistrates (Gozo – Superior Jurisdiction) (the ‘Court').MaltaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationGanado Advocates
ArticleRental Income And Investment PropertyDo you own a property which was inherited or acquired with the aim to generate rental income?MaltaReal Estate and ConstructionBorg Galea & Associates
ArticleThe Budget Measures Implementation Act, 2023Following the last budget speech and the parliamentary debates on Bill No. 24, the Budget Measures Implementation Act, 2023 (‘the Act') was issued on 4th April 2023.MaltaTaxKPMG Malta
ArticleDecentralized Autonomous Organization – New Frontier For Tax LawyersTax law, practice and jurisprudence are struggling to keep up with the rapidly evolving space of digital technology. Web 3.0, crypto, NFTs and blockchain technologies...MaltaTechnologyWH Partners