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Covid-19 presents one of the largest threats to our society and our economy in our lifetime, a threat no business operating in Malta will have planned for.

Mr Liao Wang is a successful Chinese businessman who lives in Beijing with his wife. At 55, family remains central to his life. Their two children study in Europe, one in Amsterdam and the other in Madrid, and the couple visits them every six to eight weeks. Since both children have finished school and have continued their studies abroad, the Wangs are considering a move of residence.

This has now increased to an annual gross salary of at least fifty-two thousand Euro (€52,000) as of year of assessment 2020.

Amendments were made to the Malta Retirement Programme, Global Residence Programme, Residence Programme and the United Nations Pensions Programmes Rules by means of Legal Notice 69 of 2020 (hereinafter ‘Legal Notice')...

Legal Notice 282 of 2019 was published on the 5th November 2019, amending Subsidiary Legislation 123.141, entitled Qualifying Employment in Innovation and Creativity (Personal Tax) Rules

Following revisions at EU level, the Department of Contracts has published Circular 2 of 2026 to announce reduced revised financial thresholds for public procurement, utilities procurement and concession contracts...

Malta has officially tied for 5th place in the Nomad Passport Index 2025, sharing the spot with Italy in a global ranking of the world's most powerful passports.

Malta's residence and citizenship landscape is undergoing significant transformation through 2026-2027, with three key reforms affecting tax residence programmes, citizenship pathways, and permanent residence options. Understanding these changes and their transitional provisions is crucial for individuals and families considering Malta as their EU base.

Malta is emerging as a compelling destination for internationally minded Americans seeking more than just investment opportunities or retirement locations. With its unique combination of EU membership, English-speaking environment, stable legal framework, and Mediterranean lifestyle, the island nation offers families and entrepreneurs a strategic platform for long-term planning, business expansion, and geographic diversification. From quality of life advantages to sophisticated professional services and var

The Malta government published Legal Notices 84 and 86 of 2026 on 1 April, which are designed to make enhancements to the Value Added Tax (VAT) and gaming tax frameworks under Maltese law. These changes, which respond directly to feedback received from the gaming industry following extensive consultation, will enter into force on 1 October.

Following the publication of Legal Notice 86 of 2026 which we wrote about last week, the MTCA have issued these Guidelines in conformity with Article 75(2) of the VAT Act (Chapter 406, Laws of Malta)...

The Prime Minister of Malta, in a press conference held yesterday morning together with Finance Minister Scicluna and Economy Minister Schembri

Early this year the Maltese Government introduced a system whereby yacht owners could register their yachts in Malta and pay 5% VAT on the market value of the yacht. Such yachts would be considered to be VAT-paid for EU purposes as soon as Malta joins the European Union on 1st May, 2004. The offer was valid until 31st March, 2004

As the maritime industry continues to embrace digital transformation, Malta took a significant step forward by implementing a fully electronic certification system for vessels under its flag.

The Government of Malta has established clarity for Malta's nomad residence permit holders though the introduction of new tax rules for digital nomads residing in and working from Malta.

On the 20th December 2021, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (the "OECD") issued a press release and published the Global Anti-Base Erosion Model Rules (Pillar Two) (the "Rules")...