Frequently Asked Questions
Our local agents receive questions about
company redomiciliation, but also about
starting a business in Malta as a foreigner. Therefore, we have prepared some of these questions, hoping that the answers will be useful before you collaborate with our specialists.
1. What does company redomiciliation to Malta mean?
Redomiciliation is the same as domestication or company migration. Through this process, a company transfers its domicile to another country, in this case, Malta. This does not mean interrupting activities.
2. Why are foreign investors interested in redomiciliation to Malta?
Company migration to Malta is often the optimal solution for foreign investors who want to benefit from better and more advantageous legislation, compared to the one from the country of origin. Experienced workforce, and quality infrastructure are other reasons for the company redomiciliation to Malta.
3. How is the company redomiciliation to Malta?
Company migration to Malta starts by registering a foreign business in this country. The Maltese Trade Register is the institution that deals with the approval of the resettlement of
foreign companies in Malta.
4. What documents are required for company redomiciliation to Malta?
A statement from the foreign authorities approving the migration to Malta, a copy of the Articles of Association, an application form provided by the relevant Maltese institutions, and a decision stipulating the company's agreement to relocate are some of the documents required. for this transfer process. More about starting a business in Malta as a foreigner can be discussed with our agents.
5. Is there a need for information about the managers of the company to be relocated to Malta?
Of course, one must prepare and provide a list of the names of the directors, administrators, and secretary of the company transferred to Malta. These redomiciliation formalities can be discussed leisurely with our team of experts in the field.
6. Is a company domiciled in Malta protected in the European Union?
7. How are companies domiciled in Malta taxed?
Companies transferred to Malta are subject to income tax, applied to worldwide income. In addition, these companies also benefit from tax refunds.
8. Are companies domiciled in Malta protected by double tax treaties signed by this country?
Yes, companies relocated to Malta benefit from the protection offered by double tax treaties signed with countries around the world. This means that double taxation is eliminated by various legal methods, and tax evasion is avoided. Please talk to our specialists about starting a business in Malta as a foreigner.
9. Can companies from the Isle of Man, Bermuda, Bahamas, Gibraltar, or the British Virgin Islands be transferred to Malta?
Yes, Malta accepts the redomiciliation of foreign companies from the European Union, EEA, but also from countries such as those mentioned above, as long as the legislation in force is respected. We remind you that support and assistance can be offered to you from the very beginning by our Maltese agents.
10. Is the resdomiciliation process in Malta complicated?
If the formalities are followed and if the Maltese authorities provide the necessary approvals, then the redomiciliation of a foreign company can be done quite easily. In addition, the entire process will not take more than a few days, with specialized help provided by our agents.
Making investments in Malta
Malta is a top destination for foreign investors looking for security and financial stability, consistent profits, a strong economy, and multiple development opportunities. Accessing international markets without any restrictions, but also an advantageous taxation system are other strengths that foreign investors appreciate when listing Malta for future investments. Here are other interesting data and statistics:
- Around USD 14,99 billion represented Malta's GDP in 2019.
- According to the 2020 Doing Business report and the simple business development formalities, Malta was ranked 88th out of 190 world economies.
- Around EUR 206 billion was the total FDI in Malta in 2010.