Malta company formation: 2026 guide

Malta is a onshore jurisdiction in the EU. Headline taxation: 35% headline, ~5% effective via refund system. Companies are typically operational in 7 days from approximately $4,500 all-in for first-year set-up.

Tax headline

35% headline, ~5% effective via refund system

Formation

7 days

From

$4,500

Treaties

70+

Substance

EU substance requirements + DAC6

Banking

Bank of Valletta, APS, plus EU EMIs

What we use Malta for

· Crypto exchange
· Investment fund
· IGaming

Highlights

· MiCA-ready
· EU passport
· PIF/AIF funds
· Gaming Authority

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