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The Key Employee Initiative
Residency

The Key Employee Initiative

An expedited permitting process allowing highly-skilled third-country nationals to obtain a combined work and residence permit in Malta within five working days.

07.07.2024
The Specialist Employee Initiative
Residency

The Specialist Employee Initiative

An expedited work permit programme introduced in January 2024 for highly-skilled non-EU workers seeking employment in Malta.

07.07.2024
UK Non-Doms Planning International Relocation
Residency

UK Non-Doms Planning International Relocation

UK non-domiciled residents exploring relocation options due to proposed tax changes. Malta highlighted as a popular alternative offering favourable taxation.

07.07.2024
Malta Company Formation – A Straightforward Guide
Company Formation

Malta Company Formation – A Straightforward Guide

A guide outlining the process for establishing a business entity in Malta, emphasising the doctrine of limited liability and registration steps.

02.07.2024
Malta Shines in ICS's Shipping Industry Flag State Performance Table for 2023-2024
Maritime

Malta Shines in ICS's Shipping Industry Flag State Performance Table for 2023-2024

Malta achieved recognition across multiple maritime compliance areas in the ICS 2023/2024 Flag State Performance Table.

02.07.2024
Retirement Opportunities in Malta
Residency

Retirement Opportunities in Malta

Malta offers two retirement programmes: the Malta Retirement Programme with a 15% tax rate and the UNPP for former UN staff.

02.07.2024
The 12% VAT Rate for Malta Yacht Charters
Maritime

The 12% VAT Rate for Malta Yacht Charters

Malta introduced a special 12% VAT rate for yacht charters on January 1, 2024, replacing the standard 18% rate for charter periods up to 5 weeks.

02.07.2024
The Role of the Company Secretary in Regulated Entities
Corporate Administration

The Role of the Company Secretary in Regulated Entities

Company secretaries in regulated entities must possess advanced qualifications and maintain detailed records for stringent regulatory compliance.

02.07.2024
The Transfer Pricing (Amendment) Rules, 2024
Advisory and Structuring

The Transfer Pricing (Amendment) Rules, 2024

Malta's Transfer Pricing Amendment Rules establish the Arm's Length Principle for cross-border transactions between associated enterprises.

02.07.2024
The Virtual Financial Assets (Amendment) Act, 2024
Advisory and Structuring

The Virtual Financial Assets (Amendment) Act, 2024

Key changes including elimination of VFA agent requirements, alignment with MiCA regulations, and exclusion of e-money and asset-referenced tokens from the VFA framework.

02.07.2024
The Small Commercial Yacht Code (sCYC)
Maritime

The Small Commercial Yacht Code (sCYC)

Safety and operational standards for commercial yachts between 12-24 meters in length carrying no more than 12 passengers.

06.04.2024
Benefits of Gibraltar
Residency

Benefits of Gibraltar

Gibraltar offers a warm Mediterranean climate combined with significant tax advantages and favourable financial status options for high-net-worth individuals.

11.03.2024