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Malta citizenship by investment program?

I'm interested in exploring options for obtaining a second citizenship and have heard about Malta's citizenship by investment program. I'd like to understand the current requirements, investment options, and the overall timeline for this program. Could someone explain the different investment routes and the general eligibility criteria for applicants?

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Malta's Citizenship by Investment program (officially Maltese Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment — MEIN):

Investment Requirements:

Option 1 (36-month residency):

  • €600,000 contribution to National Development Fund
  • €700,000+ property purchase OR €16,000/year rental
  • €10,000 philanthropic donation

Option 2 (12-month residency):

  • €750,000 contribution to National Development Fund
  • Same property + donation requirements

Total Cost: ~€800,000–1,000,000+

Process:

  1. Due diligence application
  2. Receive approval-in-principle
  3. Fulfill residency requirement (12 or 36 months)
  4. Make investments
  5. Oath of allegiance
  6. Receive citizenship certificate & passport

Benefits:

  • 🇪🇺 EU citizenship — live/work anywhere in EU
  • 🛂 Visa-free travel to 180+ countries
  • 💰 Favorable tax system (no worldwide taxation)
  • 🏦 Stable economy, English-speaking
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Includes spouse and dependent children
  • 🌍 Dual citizenship allowed

Restrictions:

  • Maximum 400 applications per year
  • Strict due diligence (6–8 months)
  • Must maintain property for 5 years

This is one of the few programs offering direct EU citizenship. Compare citizenship programs on MIGRS.

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