Malta

With over 35 million Indians living abroad, India ranks third globally for its expatriate population. Indians migrate for various reasons, including better job prospects, quality education, and improved living standards. Let’s consider countries with developed economies, good opportunities for entrepreneurship or making a career, and quality education and healthcare. Some of them are easier for Indians to immigrate to because of residency by investment programs.

Lyle Julien

Wealthy Americans have been applying for citizenship by investment more and more often, according to the statistics. They do this mainly to future-proof their lives in an era of high inflation and political unrest. One of the countries of choice for US citizens is Malta, which offers an opportunity to acquire citizenship for exceptional services by direct investment. Explore how to get a Maltese passport as an American investor.

Julia Loko

Indians in Malta are the most popular non-EU nationality. They are attracted to the country by its high standard of living, developed economy, and comfortable climate. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Malta boasts crystal-clear turquoise waters, picturesque cliffs, and sandy beaches. There are three ways to get Malta citizenship from India. One of them, by naturalisation for exceptional services by direct investment, requires a minimum investment of €610,000. In this article, learn how to get Malta citizenship for Indian citizens.

Lyle Julien

Roughly 450,000 Americans have retired abroad, according to the USA Social Security Administration. 38% of them choose Europe as their destination. This is unsurprising, as most countries in the top 27 belong to the EU. Let’s explore why US citizens retire abroad and what the best destinations for retirement are.

Alevtina Kalmuk

Buying real estate is one of the ways to legally obtain residency or citizenship in another country. All it takes is purchasing an apartment, house, or commercial property that meets the country’s requirements. In Greece, for example, buying a property for renovation worth at least €250,000 qualifies an investor for residency. In Türkiye, investing at least $400,000 in real estate makes one eligible for citizenship. Here is where investors buy property, whether they can rent it out, and how to keep residency when selling property.

Elena Kozyreva

The Schengen Area is a zone that covers the majority of the European countries. Within this zone, there is no border control. Although most of the Schengen countries also belong to the European Union, these two areas are not the same. We explain how the Schengen area differs from the EU, how it functions and which countries it includes.

Vladlena Baranova

Residence and domicile are often confused, yet they carry distinct meanings. In short, the difference lies in permanence and intent. Residence typically involves a temporary stay, while domicile refers to a permanent home. Domicile and residency concepts influence tax obligations, legal rights, and long-term commitments. In this article, we unpack these crucial distinctions and highlight seven countries where you can obtain non-dom status.

Vladlena Baranova

Malta has long appealed to British citizens — and not just for the sunshine. As a former British colony, the island shares deep-rooted cultural, legal, and linguistic ties with the UK. English is an official language, driving is on the left, and many aspects of daily life feel comfortably familiar to Brits. In recent years, that appeal has only grown. Nearly 10% of Malta’s foreign population are UK nationals, and the number keeps rising. One of the main reasons is Brexit: since leaving the EU, many British citizens have started looking for ways to regain access to European rights, including the freedom to live, work, and travel across the EU. This guide explores why so many UK nationals are choosing Malta, and what it takes to obtain citizenship.

Julia Loko

Expensive watches lose 3.6% in value each year, totaling a 16.3% drop over 12 years — only a few brands, like Rolex, tend to gain value. Suppose an investor chooses to buy a villa in Greece and gets a Golden Visa. In 12 years, they’ll likely become a Greek citizen — gaining freedom of movement that no luxury item can match. If the market stays stable, Greek property prices could grow 1.5—2x in these 12 years — or up to 2.5x in hotspots like central Athens or coastal areas. In this article, we will compare luxury assets with residency and citizenship by investment programmes to determine which truly endures.

Elena Ruda

In 2023, Malta ranked 3rd among countries with the largest foreign population, following Spain and Luxembourg. That year, 2,511 foreigners became Maltese citizens, according to Malta Independent. Malta attracts expats worldwide with its Mediterranean lifestyle, affordable cost of living, favorable tax regime, high safety, and diverse residency options. Learn why Malta is especially appealing to US citizens, and all about immigration opportunities.

Julia Loko

Half of our clients are interested in starting a business abroad and choosing a proper tax jurisdiction for the company they are about to form. The Maltese tax system is appealing to investors. The conditions for entrepreneurs in Malta are among the most favourable in Europe and include numerous benefits to businesses. We discuss the advantages of living and doing business in Malta.

Julia Loko

11 countries — including Malta, Vanuatu, and the UAE — do not levy taxes on real estate ownership. Some others, such as the Netherlands and St Kitts and Nevis, offer low property tax rates of no more than 0.5%. This article explores real estate taxation in 21 countries, offering a comprehensive guide to the taxes associated with owning property abroad.

Albert Ioffe

In Malta, investors can apply for citizenship or a permanent residence permit. These are two different procedures with their own residency requirements. In both cases, the investor’s family members can participate and obtain the status.  If the investor and their family provide reliable background information and documents, they can get Maltese passports in one year and permanent residency in six months.  Learn how to apply for a Malta passport or permanent residency and what the expenses are.

Julia Loko

7 out of 10 billionaires have second passports. However, this privilege is not only available to the super-rich. An increasing number of entrepreneurs, investors, and top managers are choosing second citizenship to protect themselves, their capital, and their families. For example, restaurateurs obtain second passports to safeguard their businesses from sanctions. Discover why second citizenship is a tool for solving the most complex problems, not just a whim or luxury.

Albert Ioffe

Malta has become a sought-after destination for retirees worldwide, offering favourable tax treatment of foreign pension income and visa-free travel within the Schengen Area. Retirees are also drawn to Malta’s warm climate, laid-back lifestyle, and high-quality healthcare. To access the special tax regime and other benefits, retirees obtain residency through the Malta Retirement Programme.

Anna Semenyuk

Obtaining Malta citizenship for exceptional services by direct investment costs at least €690,000. These costs are calculated per applicant and for a period of 5 years. The costs also depend on the number of family members in the application and how quickly it is processed.

Julia Loko

Of the top 10 happiest countries in the world, five countries are from the European Union. The region is renowned for its high quality of life, stable economic growth, and vast business opportunities. It is no wonder that the number of EU citizens continues to grow yearly. Let’s revise the main benefits of the EU passport and all possible ways to obtain one.

Vladlena Baranova

Citizens of some countries do not need a visa to enter the USA or the UK. Others can overcome this restriction by obtaining second citizenship in a country that offers visa-free access to both destinations. Explore the countries with visa-waiver agreements with the United States, the conditions for obtaining a 10-year US visitor visa, and which second passport is best for frequent travel to Great Britain.

Albert Ioffe

Malta has an excellent healthcare system, with treatment that can be accessed via public and private facilities. The country has the lowest percentage of unmet medical examination needs in the EU according to the Health at a Glance 2022 report.

Julia Loko

According to the Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, investors consider Berlin, London, Paris, Amsterdam and Hamburg to be the most promising for real estate investments. The top ten also includes cities in Spain, Italy and Austria. Each European country has its own rules for buying an EU house. To help future cosmopolitans navigate them, we have compiled a guide to real estate in Europe. Immigrant Invest explains the average cost per square meter of housing, additional costs in buying European real estate, the amount of utility bills and annual taxes. The guide will be useful for cosmopolitans who are considering buying real estate in Europe to participate in programs for obtaining a residence permit or second citizenship.

Elena Ruda

Real estate in Malta is an excellent investment that allows you to apply for Malta citizenship and the opportunity to live in any EU country. Malta’s citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services by direct investment requires applicants to purchase or rent residential property.

Igor Buglo

Maltese medicine has a good level of service, which complies with the standards of the EU, but it costs lower than in some other EU countries such as Germany and France. At the same time, Malta’s healthcare costs are around 10% of the GDP. It’s quite a lot: in comparison, in Europe Germany has the highest costs — about 12,8%; and the lowest — Luxembourg with 5,8%. Let’s observe the Maltese healthcare system, how it works and how to get treatment if you’re a foreigner.

Julia Loko

A South African passport allows visiting 105 countries without a visa. Meanwhile, passports of EU countries allow travelling visa-free to up to 173 states; above that, they provide their holders with numerous benefits. Fortunately, South Africans can have dual citizenship and enjoy all the advantages of their second passports. Learn the details on obtaining dual citizenship for South Africans.

Lyle Julien

Investors can include their siblings in citizenship applications in the Caribbean countries, like Grenada or St Kitts and Nevis. Some European residency programs also allow applicants to obtain residence permits for brothers and sisters. And it’s possible to get a US Green Card for a sibling, too. But there are some peculiarities to consider, like age thresholds, high costs or an enormously long procedure. Let’s discuss all the conditions for getting a passport or an RP for a sibling.

Vladlena Baranova