Financially Independent Person Visa
Malta's residence for financially independent persons requires proof of stable passive income and accommodation in Malta. No local employment permitted.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Malta requires not spending >183 days in any other single country; ~90 days in Malta commonly expected but not a hard published figure. Range 90-183.
low confidenceHighlights
- Requires stable passive income
- Pathway to citizenship after 5 years
- No local employment required
- Attractive Mediterranean location
- Flexible residency options
The catch
- Real presence required. Expect roughly 90 days a year in-country to keep the status.
- Stays temporary. There's no built-in path to permanent residence — you'd need another route to settle for good.
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What could change
Changes in EU regulations may affect residency requirements.
Tax Notes
Malta has a worldwide tax system, taxing residents on global income.