In the heart of the blue Mediterranean, Malta, covering an area of only 316 square kilometers, is witnessing a startling phenomenon: this tiny island nation with a population of over 500,000 has already attracted nearly 10,000 Chinese nationals to obtain permanent residency—equivalent to one Chinese immigrant for every 50 residents. Even more surprisingly, Chinese applicants account for as much as 87% of its investment immigration projects, forming a unique "Chinese immigration highland."
On July 22, 2025, the Maltese government promulgated "Legal Notice 146/25," introducing key adjustments to the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP)—optimizing the fee structure, lowering immigration costs, relaxing property usage requirements, and adding a "1-year temporary residence permit," among other changes, to open a convenient gateway to Europe for global families, especially Chinese families, with lower thresholds and higher flexibility.
Malta's ability to attract a large number of Chinese immigrants stems from its comprehensive advantages across seven dimensions, each of which precisely matches the core needs of Chinese families:
01. Identity Convenience: A "Passport" to the Schengen Area
Malta is a Schengen member state. Holders of permanent residency can freely enter and exit 29 Schengen member states without the need for additional visas, with a maximum stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Whether for business travel, in-depth European tours, or visiting friends and relatives, one can achieve "travel on demand" without the hassle of frequent visa applications.
02. Family Coverage: One Application, Four Generations Migrating Together
One person as the main applicant can bring their spouse, children, parents, and grandparents to obtain permanent residency together, truly achieving "reunion-style immigration" and meeting the core demands of Chinese families to "balance children's education with the care of the elderly."
03. Educational Advantages: British System + Overseas Chinese Student Benefits
Malta is a member of the Commonwealth, and its education system is fully benchmarked against the UK, offering the dual advantages of "low cost + high pathway": public schools are free (English instruction), and private school tuition is only 1/3 of that in China. International schools allow direct application to universities in major countries such as the UK, US, Australia, and Canada. With the qualification for the Joint Entrance Exam for Overseas Chinese Students, one can be admitted to key domestic universities with lower scores under certain conditions.
04. Medical Security: World-Class and Fully Covered
The Maltese healthcare system is ranked fifth in the world by the World Health Organization (WHO). Permanent residents can enjoy fully free public healthcare, from daily consultations to inpatient surgeries, without bearing high costs. Malta's overall cancer cure rate reaches 80%, far exceeding the global average, with medical equipment and technology benchmarked against top European standards.
05. Tax Advantages: A European "Tax Haven"
There is no inheritance tax, gift tax, etc., corporate income tax is as low as 5%, and it is not a global taxation system, making it an ideal choice for asset allocation.
06. Low Application Threshold
There are no requirements for language, education, business background, or physical presence (immigration jail), and investment is made only after approval, making it safe and reliable.
07. Living Environment: Livable, Safe, and No Language Barriers
No language barrier: English is an official language of Malta (alongside Maltese), so there is no need to learn a minor language for daily communication or handling affairs. Social safety and stability: Malta's crime rate has long been among the lowest in Europe, with good social order, suitable for long-term family living. Pleasant climate: It has a Mediterranean climate with an average annual temperature of 15-25℃, warm winters and cool summers, with no extreme weather, suitable for retirement and vacations.
For investors who want to immigrate to Europe, one investment, the whole family of four generations can apply for Malta permanent residency
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