🇲🇹 Malta · Naturalisation
Citizenship by Naturalisation — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €750,000 |
| Minimum annual salary | €600,000 |
| Proof of savings | €16,000 |
| Minimum investment | €10,000 |
| Age range | 18–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €450 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Citizenship possible after 5 years.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://data.globalcit.eu/NationalDB/docs/MAL_Citizenship%20act_consolidated%20version%20Act%20XV%202013_ENGLISH.pdf.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €750,000.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“over eighteen (18) years of age”
“The application may be submitted against a fee of €450”
“twelve (12) months immediately preceding ... aggregate period of a minimum of four (4) years, during the six (6) years preceding”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-12.