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Borg Galea & Associates

Malta Ordinary Residence: Structured Tax Planning for International Individuals

Navigate the Malta Ordinary Residence Scheme with professional guidance from qualified tax advisors who maintain established relationships with the Maltese tax authorities.

  • No tax on foreign capital gains — regardless of remittance
  • Remittance basis of taxation on foreign income
  • No wealth tax, inheritance tax, or estate duty
  • EU member state with 80+ double taxation treaties

20+ years tax advisory experience. Free initial consultation.

Discuss Your Residency Options

Free consultation. No obligations.

Established

Tax Practice

80+

Double Tax Treaties

ACCA & MIA

Certified Professionals

0%

Foreign Capital Gains Tax

Your Contacts

Andrew Fenech

Andrew Fenech

Business Development Manager

Christine Ann Galea

Christine Ann Galea

Tax Transformation Leader

Warranted by the Malta Accountancy Board

ACCA & MIA Certified Professionals

Corporate Member of FinanceMalta, MIT & IFSP

Fully GDPR & AMLD-Compliant

Key Benefits of the Malta Ordinary Residence Scheme

Malta offers a favourable tax framework for individuals who are ordinarily resident but not domiciled in Malta.

No Tax on Foreign Capital Gains

Capital gains arising outside Malta are not subject to Maltese tax, regardless of whether they are remitted to Malta.

Remittance Basis of Taxation

Foreign income is only taxable in Malta to the extent it is received in or remitted to Malta, providing control over your tax liability.

Competitive Tax Rates

Income arising in Malta is subject to tax at progressive rates, with a structured framework that supports effective tax planning.

No Wealth Tax

Malta does not impose any wealth tax, inheritance tax, or estate duty, making it attractive for high-net-worth individuals.

Our Advisory Process

We provide structured, step-by-step guidance to ensure your residency planning is compliant and tax-efficient.

01

Initial Assessment

We review your personal circumstances, current tax residency, sources of income, and objectives to determine suitability.

02

Tax Planning & Structuring

Our tax team develops a tailored plan that optimises your position under the remittance basis of taxation.

03

Application & Compliance

We prepare all documentation, liaise with the Inland Revenue Department, and manage the application process.

04

Ongoing Advisory

Continuous support with annual tax returns, reporting obligations, and advisory on changes in legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Malta Ordinary Residence Scheme applies to individuals who are ordinarily resident in Malta but not domiciled. Under this framework, foreign source income is taxed on a remittance basis — meaning it is only subject to Maltese tax if received in Malta. Foreign capital gains are not taxed in Malta regardless of remittance.
Non-domiciled individuals who are ordinarily resident in Malta are subject to a minimum annual tax. The specific amount is determined by current legislation and may be updated periodically. Our team will provide you with the current applicable threshold during your consultation.
Yes. Employment income earned in Malta is taxable in Malta at the applicable progressive rates. The remittance basis applies specifically to foreign source income. Our team can advise on the most tax-efficient structure for your employment or self-employment arrangements.
To maintain ordinary residence status, you need to demonstrate genuine links to Malta. While there is no strict minimum number of days required by law, spending a significant portion of the year in Malta and maintaining a qualifying property are important factors.

Discuss Your Residency Planning

Submit your details below and one of our qualified tax advisors will get back to you within 24 hours. Free initial consultation, no obligations.

You will speak with

Andrew Fenech

Andrew Fenech

Business Development Manager

Christine Ann Galea

Christine Ann Galea

Tax Transformation Leader

  • Free initial consultation
  • Response within 24 hours
  • No obligations whatsoever

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