Malta Golden Visa. Two options. Which one do you need?
People use the term for two separate Maltese solutions. One grants citizenship and a passport in a European Union country. The other grants residence. Pick the outcome that fits.
The Passport.
A merit-led naturalization path for exceptional individuals with demonstrable ties to Malta. On success, you receive Maltese citizenship and a passport in a European Union country — with the rights, obligations and scrutiny that come with it.
- OutcomeMaltese citizenship · EU passport
- Travel rightsFreedom to travel to 185 countries
- Residency rightsRight to live in 31 countries in Europe
- Residency first8 month legal residence
- Family inclusionPartner and dependent children
Not a citizenship by investment. Eligibility is discretionary.
The Residency.
A statutory permanent-residence program for non-EU families. On approval, you receive a Maltese residence card with the right to live in Malta and travel the 27 countries within the Schengen Area and other countries that recognize this status.
- OutcomeMaltese residence card
- Travel rightsSchengen visa-free (up to 90/180)
- Residency rightsRight to live in 1 country in Europe
- Residency testNo minimum stay requirement
- Family inclusionPartner and dependent children and parents
A residence card. Not a passport.
Both are official Maltese solutions anchored in Maltese legislation. Both require rigorous due diligence. Neither is a commodity with each is an application assessed on its merits by the relevant Maltese authority.
Compare side by side
The key differences, in plain language.
Indicative only. Official thresholds and criteria are set by the relevant Maltese authorities and change from time to time.
Senior advisory team.
A Malta-based senior advisory team serving high-net-worth individuals and families through a holistic, Malta-focused approach — combining senior oversight, structured execution, and direct coordination throughout the client journey.
Oliver Said
Advises high-net-worth individuals and families on family office strategy, cross-border structuring, and bespoke international solutions.
Bei Tang Munoz
Guides Asian high-net-worth individuals and families on European access, cross-border opportunities, and tailored strategic solutions.
Dr. Cheryl Grech
Provides high-net-worth individuals and families with legal guidance on family office matters, corporate structuring, and bespoke cross-border solutions.
Ian Azzopardi
Advises high-net-worth individuals and families on Malta tax structuring, cross-border tax matters, and tailored wealth solutions.
Ayoub Rebroub
Supports high-net-worth individuals and families across the Middle East and South Asia with tailored cross-border solutions.
Ivana Schieda
Represents high-net-worth individuals and families in sourcing and securing Malta property aligned with their broader lifestyle and strategic objectives.
Julian Bartolo
Works closely with law firms, tax advisors, and private client representatives worldwide to coordinate tailored cross-border solutions for high-net-worth clients.
Olga Galea
Supports high-net-worth individuals and families across the CIS region with tailored cross-border solutions.
A physical office. A real Maltese firm.
We meet clients in person at The Brewhouse in Birkirkara. If you are serious about either program, you will spend time on the island — and so will we.
Confidential conversations happen face-to-face where possible. Video otherwise. Never through unsolicited channels.
Tell us what you're after. We'll take it from there.
One brief form. A senior advisor reviews it within one working day and responds directly. No call-center, no third-party referral.
By submitting, you agree to our privacy policy. Endevio does not position Maltese programs as a commodity or guarantee outcomes. All applications are assessed by the relevant Maltese authority and are discretionary.
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Our license is public. The full certificate is below. We are regulated practitioners and a member firm of the IFSP and the Investment Migration Council.