Company Formation in Malta
We register Malta private limited companies (Ltd) end-to-end: name reservation, Memorandum & Articles, MFSA registration, tax and VAT numbers, and corporate bank-account introductions. Malta's full-imputation system can bring the effective corporate tax rate down to as little as 5% for qualifying non-resident shareholders.
Indicative cost€1,800 +VAT
Timeframe48–72h
Legal basisCompanies Act (Cap. 386)
First stepName reservation
What is included
Name reservation, incorporation documents, MFSA filing, registered office, tax & VAT registration, and bank-account introductions.
Who it is for
Founders, holding structures, e-commerce, IT and consulting businesses, and international groups establishing an EU base.
Documents you will typically need
- Passport / ID of each shareholder & director
- Proof of address
- Proposed company name(s)
- Description of activity
Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to form a company in Malta?
- A standard Malta private limited company is typically incorporated within 48–72 hours once the name is reserved and due-diligence documents are provided.
- What is the effective corporate tax rate in Malta?
- Malta's headline corporate tax is 35%, but through the full-imputation and refund system the effective rate for qualifying non-resident shareholders can be as low as 5%.
- What documents are required?
- A passport or ID and proof of address for each shareholder and director, one or more proposed company names, and a short description of the intended activity.
- What does company formation in Malta cost?
- Indicative professional fees start around €1,800 plus VAT, excluding government and third-party fees; the exact quote depends on the structure.