The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has been conducting a number of consultations to gather valuable insights as part of the review and update of the Financial Institutions Rulebook.

The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) has just launched a game-changing tool for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): the Small Business Sustainability Checklist.

Malta is positioning itself as a platform to enable entrepreneurship and businesses to prosper and achieve their international ambitions. With a high ratio of AI startups to residents...

With effect from 1 January 2026, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) brought into force its strengthened Sponsors' Regime, representing a key milestone in the evolution of Malta's capital markets.

Malta has introduced a unified framework aimed at attracting senior and specialised talent across key sectors.

Earlier this year, Malta launched a dedicated regime for family offices and treasury operations, marking a significant milestone in its ambition to become a leading jurisdiction...

Setting up or expanding a business in Malta comes with notable advantages...

Malta is entering a new chapter in its approach to labour migration. On 1 August 2025, the first set of measures under the newly issued Malta Labour Migration Policy will come into effect, reshaping how foreign nationals...

Starting January 2025, small businesses can enjoy VAT exemptions on cross-border EU trade without multi-jurisdiction registrations. Find out how Malta's new Articles 11A and 11B could streamline your compliance...

The Prevention of Financial Markets Abuse Rules, issued by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), provide a comprehensive regulatory framework...

For businesses operating in or from Malta, understanding the legal framework surrounding interest on overdue payments is essential — especially when dealing with international debtors.

On the 9th October 2017, Minister for Finance Edward Scicluna delivered the Budget speech to the House of Representatives.

Recent legislative developments have introduced important changes to the way certain companies prepare and file their annual financial reports in Malta, particularly those subject...

In the dynamic landscape of modern business, the true hallmark of success lies in the hands of dedicated employees.

In today's interconnected world, businesses often need to transfer data across borders to ensure smooth operations and compliance...

As the EU continues to roll out landmark regulations like MiCA, PSD3, and the Financial Data Access (FIDA) framework, a critical question emerges...

For years, multinational enterprises have navigated uncertainty at the intersection of VAT and transfer pricing (TP) regulations. The central question remains unresolved: Are TP adjustments simply outside VAT's scope...

On 6 April 2026, the Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) issued awaited guidelines that signal a fundamental evolution of Malta's economic model for the gaming sector.

Malta has introduced a new Individual Tax Programme consolidating four existing residence schemes into a single framework effective January 2027. While maintaining the attractive 15% tax rate on qualifying foreign income, the reforms introduce higher economic thresholds, renewable five-year status periods, and enhanced compliance requirements, signaling Malta's evolution toward attracting genuine international residents committed to establishing meaningful economic presence.

Malta introduces additional beneficial ownership disclosure requirements to strengthen transparency and align with evolving EU anti-money laundering standards. Legal Notice 184 of 2026 expands the information companies...