Company Formation & Corporate Services in Malta

Register your company in Malta with zeta., an MFSA-licensed Corporate Service Provider. We manage the full incorporation process and ongoing corporate administration — for international founders, investors, businesses, and groups.

  • MFSA Authorised CSP
  • Regulated in Malta
  • Independent since 2011
  • Multi-jurisdiction support
  • Malta, Gibraltar & UK reach

Zeta Corporate & Management Services Limited is an Authorised Company Service Provider — the highest classification under Act X of 2025 — authorised by the Malta Financial Services Authority. We provide end-to-end corporate and management services in Malta — including company incorporation, registered office facilities, local directorship, company secretarial support, re-domiciliation, and capital transaction administration — and, through our international partner network, assist clients with equivalent services in other jurisdictions.

Why Set Up a Company in Malta?

Malta is one of the EU's most established jurisdictions for company formation — combining full access to the European single market with a competitive, transparent tax framework and a stable, well-regulated business environment. For international founders and investors, it offers a credible onshore base without the cost and complexity of larger EU jurisdictions.

EU & Eurozone Access

A Malta company is a fully fledged EU entity, with direct access to the European single market and the euro.

Competitive Tax Framework

A 35% headline corporate tax rate with a full imputation and shareholder refund system that can reduce the effective rate on qualifying trading income, subject to advice.

English-Language & Common Law Influence

English is an official language, company law is documented in English, and the legal system blends civil and common law — familiar territory for international business.

Stable & Well-Regulated

A politically stable EU member state with a mature regulatory environment overseen by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA).

How Zeta Supports Your Malta Company Setup

As an MFSA-licensed Corporate Service Provider, zeta. manages the full company formation process in Malta in-house — so you deal with one regulated team from first enquiry through to a fully operational company. We handle each practical step on your behalf:

  • Initial consultation to confirm the right structure, share capital, and tax position for your goals
  • Company name reservation with the Malta Business Registry (MBR)
  • Preparation of the Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Client due diligence and KYC / compliance onboarding
  • Filing with the MBR and issuance of the Certificate of Registration
  • Tax registration with the Commissioner for Revenue, and VAT registration where applicable
  • Bank account introduction and account-opening support
  • Set-up of registered office, local directorship, and company secretary where required
  • Handover to ongoing corporate administration and compliance support

Who We Help

We work with clients who need a properly structured, compliant Malta company — not an off-the-shelf shell. Our typical clients include:

International Founders

Entrepreneurs and start-ups establishing an EU base for trading, technology, or e-commerce operations.

Investors & Holding Structures

Private investors and family offices using Malta holding companies for international assets and investments.

Established Businesses

Companies expanding into, or relocating to, the EU and seeking a credible, well-regulated jurisdiction.

Groups & Corporate Clients

Corporate groups structuring subsidiaries, joint ventures, or special-purpose vehicles across multiple jurisdictions.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

zeta. is an Authorised Company Service Provider — the highest classification under Act X of 2025 — regulated by the Malta Financial Services Authority. Your company is set up and maintained to the standards expected of a licensed provider, with proper governance and compliance built in from day one rather than bolted on later. We keep your company in good standing through ongoing statutory filings, annual returns, beneficial ownership reporting, and AML / KYC compliance, and we flag regulatory changes that affect you before they become a problem.

Company Incorporation

In Malta, we handle the full incorporation process directly — from name reservation and constitutional document drafting through to registry filing, tax registration, and bank account introduction. Outside Malta, we work with our international partner network to assist clients with incorporations in other jurisdictions.

Malta

Formation of private and public limited companies, partnerships, and branches of foreign companies. Malta offers a 35% corporate tax rate with an effective rate as low as 5% through the shareholder refund system.

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Gibraltar

Through our partner network, we assist clients with the incorporation of companies limited by shares and companies limited by guarantee in Gibraltar, a jurisdiction commonly selected for international holding and trading structures.

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Cyprus

Through our partner network, we assist clients with the incorporation of Cyprus companies, an EU jurisdiction frequently used for international holding and trading structures benefiting from an extensive double tax treaty network.

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United Kingdom

Through our partner network, we assist clients with the incorporation of UK companies limited by shares and companies limited by guarantee, benefiting from a globally recognised legal framework and access to international markets.

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Dubai

Through our partner network, we assist clients with company formation in mainland Dubai and in free zones such as DIFC and DMCC, offering access to Middle Eastern and Asian markets and a business-friendly regulatory environment.

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Nevis

Through our partner network, we assist clients with the formation of Nevis Business Corporations (NBCs) and LLCs — a Caribbean jurisdiction renowned for robust asset-protection legislation and a tax-neutral environment for foreign-source income.

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Mauritius

Through our partner network, we assist clients with the incorporation of Global Business Companies (GBCs) and Authorised Companies (ACs) in Mauritius — a stable, well-regulated offshore jurisdiction with an extensive network of Double Taxation Agreements.

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Corporate Services

Ongoing corporate management services to ensure your company meets all statutory obligations and operates in full regulatory compliance.

Registered Office

Provision of a registered office address as required by law. We receive and manage official correspondence, regulatory notices, and statutory documents on your behalf.

Local Director

Appointment of a qualified local director to satisfy substance and residency requirements. Our directors bring professional oversight and ensure compliance with local corporate governance standards.

Company Secretary

Dedicated company secretarial services including maintenance of statutory registers, preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, coordination of board and general meetings, preparation of meeting minutes, and timely filing of annual returns with the relevant registry.

Corporate Re-Domiciliation

We assist companies in transferring their domicile to and from Malta and other jurisdictions without the need for liquidation. The re-domiciliation process preserves the company's legal identity, existing contracts, and operational continuity while enabling access to a more favourable regulatory or tax environment.

Capital Transactions

Full administration of share capital changes, ensuring all transactions are properly documented, filed with the relevant registry, and compliant with applicable corporate law.

Share Transfers

Preparation and execution of share transfer instruments, board approvals, and registry filings to effect the lawful transfer of shares between parties.

Share Allotments

Administration of new share issuances including board resolutions, subscriber agreements, and notification to the company registry to update the authorised and issued share capital.

Share Buybacks

Coordination of share repurchase transactions in compliance with statutory solvency requirements, including preparation of the necessary resolutions and regulatory filings.

Share Cancellations

Processing of share cancellations following buybacks or capital reductions, including amendments to constitutional documents and notification to the relevant registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can engage an MFSA-licensed CSP such as zeta., who will reserve your company name, prepare the Memorandum & Articles of Association, file documents with the Malta Business Registry (MBR) and register for tax and VAT.
A straightforward Malta private limited company can typically be incorporated within 3–5 business days once all due diligence documentation is in order.
The minimum authorised share capital is €1,165, of which at least 20% must be paid up at the time of incorporation.
Malta's headline corporate tax rate is 35%. Under Malta's full imputation and shareholder refund system, qualifying shareholders may claim refunds of tax paid by the company, which — depending on the nature of the income and the shareholders' specific circumstances — can reduce the overall effective tax rate (potentially to as low as approximately 5% on trading profits, where eligible). Holding structures may also benefit from the participation exemption, which can result in a 0% effective rate on qualifying dividend income and capital gains. The applicable rate depends on each client's structure and facts, and professional advice should be sought.
Generally, yes. There are typically no nationality restrictions on shareholders or directors of a Malta company. However, under the National Foreign Direct Investment Screening Office Act (Chapter 620 of the Laws of Malta), certain non-EU investments in critical sectors may be subject to pre-screening requirements. zeta. will guide non-EU clients through due diligence and any applicable screening requirements.
Yes. zeta. manages the end-to-end process including name reservation, drafting of constitutional documents, MBR filing, bank account introduction, tax and VAT registration.

Register Your Company in Malta

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