Chapter 6: Liquidation in Malta after Loss of Good Standing
Failing to keep your company in good standing until it’s struck off the company register, imperatively, should never be classified or thought of to be a substitute for proper company liquidation. Under Maltese law, a company cannot simply cease operations without a formal winding-up process. In this last chapter of our series “The Essential Guide […]
Chapter 5: Company Struck Off Due to Loss of Good Standing
After discussing penalties and repercussions in the previous article of our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, we now focus on the point where a company loses its legal existence and the process required to restore it to good standing. In Malta, a company may be struck off the […]
Assessing Malta’s Tonnage Tax Regime
The Maritime Sector constitutes a fundamental component of the Maltese economy, with Malta’s entrance into the European Union propelling it to become a leading maritime hub across the Mediterranean region. Malta has established a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework specifically tailored to the shipping industry. This framework has facilitated the development of the Maltese shipping […]
A comprehensive guide to Malta’s yacht registration
Much has been said and written in recent years about Malta’s reputable position as one of the largest international ship registers across the globe. Fuelled by a robust legal and regulatory framework and bolstered by a comprehensive array of international maritime services and infrastructure, Malta’s maritime flag registry stands at the forefront on an international […]
Chapter 4: Repercussions for Maltese Companies Losing Good Standing
After reading our previous article of our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, you might now be wondering, what happens if company directors continue to disregard these statutory obligations, leading to companies persistently failing to comply with these requirements? This is a crucial question. Persistent non-compliance exposes companies to […]
Chapter 3: Penalties – The Cost of Non-Compliance in Malta
If you’ve read this far through our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, it means that you’re on the right path towards understanding how to keep your company in good standing and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. You’ve now developed a clear understanding of the key obligations that arise […]
Chapter 2: Filing Deadlines for Maltese Companies in Good Standing
In this second chapter of our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, we focus on one of the most critical areas of corporate compliance, meeting filing deadlines. Understanding the specific obligations that arise simply from having a company registered in Malta is the first step that its directors need […]
Chapter 1: Initial Steps and Obligations to Keeping Your Maltese Company in Good Standing
In this first chapter of our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, we focus on the initial steps every company must take after incorporation in Malta, understanding the laws, obligations, and structures that keep your business compliant and in good standing. Before we look at specific compliance duties, it’s […]
The advantages when purchasing and registering a yacht in Malta.
For yacht owners looking for a strategic and advantageous location to register their vessel, the archipelago of Malta in the Mediterranean presents an enticing option. Any yacht owner should give serious thought to the value-added tax (VAT) consequences, and the Maltese flag is both a symbol of nautical tradition and a representation of a jurisdiction […]
Introduction: Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing
In this first part of our series “The Essential Guide to Keeping a Maltese Company in Good Standing”, we introduce why maintaining good standing matters and what you should know from the start. Upon incorporating a company in Malta, it is imperative that its directors ensure that the entity remains in good standing. The fines […]