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 […]

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 […]

Customer Due Diligence – Why Does It Matter?

Nowadays, everyone seems to be talking about customer due diligence. In the past couple of years in Malta, we’ve experienced a paradigm shift in the way financial business transactions are conducted. Just a few years ago, it was the norm to walk into a bank for the first time and exit with a bank account, […]

Typical Maltese Food You Must Try

Maltese cuisine is known for its diverse mix of different Mediterranean cooking, which is influenced by the many countries that have conquered Malta over the century. As a melting pot of French, Silician, North African, English, Spanish, and Arabic foods, Maltese people were able to quickly adapt and transform the eclectic blend of flavours into […]

What You Need to Know About Taxation in Malta

Malta’s highly desired taxation system has made the country a favourite jurisdiction of choice for many foreign companies planning to relocate their business interests or looking for a better market within Europe. In addition to its favourable income and taxation rate system, Malta takes pride in its efficient English workforces, which draw more traffic and […]

35 Facts about the Maltese Islands

1. The Maltese islands are an archipelago made up of 5 islands, 3 of which are inhabited: Malta, Gozo (Għawdex), Comino (Kemmuna). The other two uninhabited islands are Cominotto (Kemmunett) and Filfla. 2. Valletta is the capital city and it was the first planned city in Europe. It was constructed by the Knights of Saint […]

Relocating
to Malta

Are you thinking or considering to move to the islands of Malta? As the smallest EU member state, we have much to offer. This publication aims to provide some useful information to help you make up your mind. Basic facts and statistics Here are some basic facts about Malta: Malta is the smallest EU member […]