Malta: Wealth & Asset Management

Malta has introduced a new Individual Tax Programme consolidating its existing residence schemes into a single framework effective January 2027. While maintaining the attractive 15% tax rate on foreign-source income, the programme introduces significantly higher economic thresholds and a five-year renewable status model, signaling a shift toward attracting genuine long-term residents willing to make substantial contributions to the Maltese economy.

Malta has secured the top position in the 2026 Global Citizenship Program Index, reinforcing its reputation as a premier destination for family offices and ultra-high-net-worth individuals...

Explore a comprehensive collection of financial sector publications covering banking, capital markets, pensions, insurance, taxation, funds, asset management, and private wealth management. Access annual reports, benchmarking studies, and industry analyses from Malta's financial services sector spanning 2023-2026.

Global mobility is no longer a question of convenience or lifestyle optimisation. It is increasingly being treated as a function of jurisdictional risk management rather than personal preference.

Malta is increasingly recognised as a European family office location, combining a favourable tax and legal framework with a compelling Mediterranean lifestyle.

Malta holds a respected position in international wealth planning, offering a legal framework that combines robust asset protection, strategic flexibility, and EU-aligned regulatory oversight.

On the 10th of June 2025, the European Banking Authority (EBA) issued a No Action letter addressing a pressing issue faced by crypto...

The Malta Financial Services Authority ("MFSA") has published a position paper on the tokenisation of fund units in response to growing...

Malta is one of the most attractive destinations for establishing holding companies dedicated to managing intellectual property (IP), thanks to its combination of favourable tax benefits, a strong legal framework, a network of over 70 Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) and direct access to the European single market.