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Tax residence for retirees and individuals with foreign-source income.
Varies
Min. income
Varies
Application fee
Not specified
Processing time
Indefinite with renewals
Stay duration
Global Residence Programme is a passive income route in Malta for relocation and residency planning. Tax residence for retirees and individuals with foreign-source income. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Estimate only).
Global Residence Programme is a Malta passive income program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | High |
| Visa type | Passive Income |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | Varies |
| Processing time | Not specified |
| Stay duration | Indefinite with renewals |
15% flat tax on remitted foreign income for qualifying applicants.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
residencymalta.gov.mt
Last checked: June 23, 2026
This link is provided for reference. NomadIndex has not independently verified that all figures match the current official requirements.
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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