Zeta's hub on setting up and running a company in Malta — formation, corporate tax, VAT, accounting and payroll, plus the MFSA-licensed CSP that handles it.
Setting up and running a company in Malta touches formation, tax, VAT, accounting and ongoing administration. This hub consolidates Zeta's guidance on each, alongside our company formation and corporate administration services.
Incorporation, structuring and corporate vehicles in Malta.
Legal Notice 61 of 2026 officially updates the definitions of Large, Medium-Sized, and Small Undertakings under the Companies Act, effective 20 March…
Read article →Malta has introduced the Youth Enterprise Regulations 2026, establishing a new company framework specifically for individuals aged 16-17, dramatically…
Read article →Why Malta has become an attractive business destination with a competitive corporate tax framework, an effective rate of just 5%, EU membership…
Read article →A guide outlining the process for establishing a business entity in Malta, emphasising the doctrine of limited liability and registration steps.
Read article →How Maltese holding companies can leverage the participation exemption to shield dividend income and capital gains from taxation.
Read article →Malta offers strategic advantages for business expansion including EU membership, competitive taxation, and a skilled English-speaking workforce.
Read article →Malta's legislative framework for mergers and acquisitions under the Companies Act, outlining the process and creditor protections.
Read article →The CJEU invalidated provisions granting public access to beneficial ownership registers; access now limited to competent authorities.
Read article →MFSA guidance helping individuals submit detailed declarations about wealth origins and fund sources for regulatory approval.
Read article →Important information regarding the beneficial ownership requirements for Maltese companies.
Read article →Key benefits and advantages of incorporating and operating a business in Malta.
Read article →MFSA guidance on electronic submission of documentation during COVID-19 business continuity planning.
Read article →Amendments to Malta's Companies Act regarding the Register of Beneficial Owners regulations.
Read article →Why Malta is an attractive jurisdiction for company formation and international business operations.
Read article →Corporate tax, VAT, accounting, payroll and ongoing company administration.
Equal pay in Malta has just moved from principle to hard obligation. The new Equal Pay (Transparency and Reporting) Regulations transpose the EU Equal…
Read article →As of 22nd May 2026, the Salaries or Wages (Exemption from Attachment) Order 2026 increases the protected minimum salary threshold to €1,350 per month,…
Read article →Malta Introduces Key Changes to Leave and Wage Rules
Read article →On the 26th of December 2025, Malta introduced a brand-new corporate vehicle tailored for the agricultural sector through the Companies Act…
Read article →Key legislative changes introduced through the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2025, affecting Maltese company law and corporate governance requirements.
Read article →Malta's new 2025 audit exemption regulations reduce compliance expenses for emerging and smaller enterprises, detailing eligibility requirements,…
Read article →Why many businesses are choosing to outsource their payroll functions, highlighting key advantages like regulatory compliance, time savings, and cost…
Read article →The distinction between liquidation, dissolution, and winding-up in Maltese corporate law, detailing voluntary and involuntary dissolution procedures.
Read article →The MBR published its 2023 annual report highlighting 3,283 new company registrations and modernisation through digitalisation initiatives.
Read article →Company secretaries in regulated entities must possess advanced qualifications and maintain detailed records for stringent regulatory compliance.
Read article →Gibraltar removed from the FATF's Grey List and added to its whitelist, recognising the jurisdiction's commitment to AML and CTF standards.
Read article →The MFSA announced adoption of the Final Delegated Act establishing the first set of European Sustainability Reporting Standards.
Read article →EBA guidelines clarifying how financial institutions should implement remote customer onboarding while complying with AML requirements.
Read article →A company secretary's critical governance role managing filing obligations, board documentation, and regulatory compliance under Maltese law.
Read article →The MFSA launched a consultation paper on enhancing the governance, culture and conduct of MFSA-authorised entities.
Read article →The 6AMLD strengthens financial crime prevention through expanded criminal liability and harmonised predicate offences across EU Member States.
Read article →Legislative modifications to Malta's Companies Act regarding director qualifications, electronic addresses, and corporate record-keeping requirements.
Read article →Malta hosts over 20 operating banks supervised by the MFSA, covering personal and corporate bank accounts and Malta's appeal as a financial…
Read article →Impact and implications of the Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive on corporate compliance in Malta.
Read article →Overview of the benefits and implications of the General Data Protection Regulation for businesses.
Read article →Analysis of corporate tax avoidance practices and regulatory responses in the EU.
Read article →UN Security Council resolutions condemning illicit exploitation of Libya's natural resources and related sanctions measures.
Read article →Updates to the EU's list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes.
Read article →The intersection of anti-money laundering requirements and GDPR compliance in financial services.
Read article →The European Commission welcomed new rules entering into force to prevent tax evasion and money laundering.
Read article →Analysis of the tax treaty framework between Cyprus and India.
Read article →European Commission presents new measures to combat corporate tax avoidance across the EU.
Read article →Malta's financial services sector GDP nearly doubled in the post-crisis period, demonstrating resilience and growth.
Read article →From reading about the topic to acting on it — our team turns this into outcomes.
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