Get Your Malta Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Descent : You may be eligible if your parent, grandparent, or even great-grandparent was born in Malta. Maltese citizenship can be passed through generations depending on registration and lineage.
- By Marriage: Spouses of Maltese citizens may apply for citizenship after 5 years of marriage, or 2 years if living together in Malta.
- By Naturalization: Foreigners may apply after 5 years of residence in Malta, proof of integration, and good conduct.
- By Investment: Under Malta’s Citizenship for Exceptional Services program, applicants may obtain citizenship through investment, subject to strict due diligence and a minimum €600,000 contribution, plus property and donation requirements.
- Dual Citizenship Allowed: Malta fully recognizes dual and multiple citizenships.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your path: descent, marriage, naturalization, or investment.
- Submit your application through the Maltese Citizenship Unit or consulate.
- Provide supporting documents proving ancestry, marriage, or residence/investment.
- Complete background checks, language requirements (if applicable), and wait for approval.
- Take the Oath of Allegiance and receive your citizenship certificate.
Benefits of Maltese Citizenship
- Live and work freely across the European Union
- Visa-free travel to over 180 countries
- Dual citizenship allowed without restrictions
- High quality of life, healthcare, and education
- Citizenship can be passed on to your children
Frequently asked questions.
Does Malta allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Malta permits dual and multiple citizenships. You do not have to renounce your current nationality when becoming Maltese.
Can I claim Maltese citizenship through grandparents?
Yes. If your grandparent or great-grandparent was born in Malta and you meet certain registration requirements, you may qualify for citizenship by descent.
Can I apply through marriage?
Yes. You may apply after 5 years of marriage to a Maltese citizen, or after 2 years of marriage if you’re both residing in Malta.
Does Malta recognize same-sex marriage for citizenship?
Yes. Malta legalized same-sex marriage in 2017. Foreign same-sex spouses can apply under the same marriage-based citizenship rules.
How does Malta’s investment program work?
Applicants must contribute at least €600,000 (or €750,000 for faster processing), invest in property, and donate to a local NGO. The process includes extensive background checks and takes about 12–36 months.
Will I owe taxes in both countries?
Malta taxes residents on worldwide income, and non-residents only on Maltese-source income. Tax treaties may reduce double taxation. Always consult a tax expert based on your situation.