Malta Immigration • News Flash
On August 19, 2025, the Residency Malta Agency (RMA) issued a new notice. In accordance with the provisions of Legal Notice 164 of 2025, the Malta Identity and Passport Agency has updated the fee schedule for residence cards.
Details of the Fee Adjustments
• Residence card issuance fee: Increased from 27.5 EUR per person per year to 100 EUR per person per year. For applicants of the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP), the issuance fee for the initial 5-year validity card has increased from 137.5 EUR per person to 500 EUR per person.
• Replacement fee: For residence cards requiring replacement due to loss, theft, damage, or changes in personal information (such as a change of address), the replacement fee has increased from 27.5 EUR per person to 50 EUR per person.
Scope of Application
This fee adjustment applies to all residence programmes managed by the Residency Malta Agency (RMA).
WorldWay Friendly Reminder
All applicants are advised to pay close attention to the requirements of the new regulations. When applying for residence cards, processing renewals, or handling replacements, please prepare the corresponding fees in advance to avoid delays in the processing workflow caused by outdated information, which may lead to unnecessary trouble. If you have any questions regarding the new regulations, or if you need further information on the application requirements and process details of the MPRP, please consult the WorldWay Group in a timely manner to obtain precise interpretation and guidance.
As a "four-in-one" country, Malta holds the status of an EU member state, a Schengen Area member, a Commonwealth member, and a Eurozone country, making it an ideal destination for many immigrant investors. On July 22, 2025, the Maltese government officially promulgated Legal Notice 146/25, which introduced several amendments to the current Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP). These mainly include revisions to the programme's fee structure, the introduction of a new temporary residence permit, and upgrades to leasing flexibility, further benefiting applicants. (For details, please click to view WorldWay's previous report: Major Adjustments to Malta Permanent Residence Policy!)
For investors looking to immigrate to Europe, one investment allows the whole family of four generations to apply for Malta permanent residence status! This programme has no requirements for language, academic qualifications, or business background. The application conditions are simplified, the operation is straightforward, and the investment amount is low. At the same time, children can enter top universities in mainland China with lower scores as overseas Chinese students, and the whole family can enjoy high-quality European medical care, retirement benefits, and many other advantages, which can be described as achieving multiple goals at once.
As one of the Top 500 Asian Brands, WorldWay Group has been focusing on investment immigration for over 20 years. As an active promoter of European investment immigration programmes, we have maintained good interaction with the Maltese government for many years and are your best choice for handling Malta immigration.
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