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Malta Company Formation Process
Malta has become one of Europe’s most attractive jurisdictions for company formation, offering a robust legal framework, competitive tax system, and strategic location within the European Union. Its business-friendly environment, English-speaking workforce, and advanced financial and digital infrastructure make it an ideal base for both startups and established international enterprises.
Setting up a company in Malta is a straightforward process. It typically involves choosing a company name, preparing the Memorandum and Articles of Association, appointing at least one director and one shareholder, and registering the business with the Malta Business Registry.
Business in Malta: Why Set Up a Company in Malta
Malta Company Formation: Why Set Up in Malta
Malta continues to attract international entrepreneurs and investors due to its:
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Strong legal protections: Business-friendly regulatory environment designed to support business growth.
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Favourable corporate tax system, with an effective tax rate as low as 5% in certain cases, making Malta one of the most competitive tax jurisdictions in the EU.
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Extensive Double Taxation Agreements: With over 80 agreements worldwide, Malta helps you avoid double taxation and improves your global tax efficiency.
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English-speaking workforce, highly educated talent pool ready to support your business needs.
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Fully digitalised registration process, which provides a streamlined and efficient company incorporation process, minimising delays and paperwork.
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The Malta Companies Act ensures robust legal safeguards, providing transparency and confidence for investors.
Setting up a company in Malta provides a stable and reputable base for your operations within the EU.
Types of Companies You Can Register in Malta
We assist with Malta company incorporation across a wide range of Maltese company types, including:
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Private Limited Liability Company (Ltd): The most popular structure. It requires a minimum share capital of €1,200 (with at least 20% paid up), one shareholder, one company director, and a company secretary.
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Public Limited Liability Company (plc): A structure used by public companies that intend to raise capital through share offerings. The share capital of the company must be at least €46,588, and it must have a minimum of two directors.
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Partnerships: Includes partnerships en nom collectif and en commandite.
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Branches of Foreign Companies: A company may open a branch in Malta to establish a presence without forming a separate legal entity.
Comprehensive Company Formation Services and Corporate Support
Our Services Include:
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Company Formation: Incorporation of private limited companies and different types of legal entities and the preparation of the necessary documentation in relation to the setting of the company
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Registered Office: Provision of a compliant Maltese business address as duly authorised by the MFSA to carry out such service
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Corporate Roles: Assistance with the appointment of directors, company secretaries, and other officers as duly authorised by the MFSA to carry out such service
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Ongoing Compliance: Support with regulatory filings, annual returns, and general company maintenance
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Branch Registration: Guidance and assistance for foreign companies establishing a Maltese branch
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Partnership Setup: Advice on forming partnerships, including en nom collectif and en commandite
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Redomicilation: Assistance in redomiciling your company established in a reputable jurisdiction to continue its operation in Malta.
Malta Company Formation: Why Set Up in Malta
Malta continues to attract international entrepreneurs and investors due to its:
-
Strong legal protections: Business-friendly regulatory environment designed to support business growth.
-
Favourable corporate tax system, with an effective tax rate as low as 5% in certain cases, making Malta one of the most competitive tax jurisdictions in the EU.
-
Extensive Double Taxation Agreements: With over 80 agreements worldwide, Malta helps you avoid double taxation and improves your global tax efficiency.
-
English-speaking workforce, highly educated talent pool ready to support your business needs.
-
Fully digitalised registration process, which provides a streamlined and efficient company incorporation process, minimising delays and paperwork.
-
The Malta Companies Act ensures robust legal safeguards, providing transparency and confidence for investors.
Setting up a company in Malta provides a stable and reputable base for your operations within the EU.
Types of Companies You Can Register in Malta
We assist with Malta company incorporation across a wide range of Maltese company types, including:
-
Private Limited Liability Company (Ltd): The most popular structure. It requires a minimum share capital of €1,200 (with at least 20% paid up), one shareholder, one company director, and a company secretary.
-
Public Limited Liability Company (plc): A structure used by public companies that intend to raise capital through share offerings. The share capital of the company must be at least €46,588, and it must have a minimum of two directors.
-
Partnerships: Includes partnerships en nom collectif and en commandite.
-
Branches of Foreign Companies: A company may open a branch in Malta to establish a presence without forming a separate legal entity.
Comprehensive Company Formation Services and Corporate Support
Our Services Include:
-
Company Formation: Incorporation of private limited companies and different types of legal entities and the preparation of the necessary documentation in relation to the setting of the company
-
Registered Office: Provision of a compliant Maltese business address as duly authorised by the MFSA to carry out such service
-
Corporate Roles: Assistance with the appointment of directors, company secretaries, and other officers as duly authorised by the MFSA to carry out such service
-
Ongoing Compliance: Support with regulatory filings, annual returns, and general company maintenance
-
Branch Registration: Guidance and assistance for foreign companies establishing a Maltese branch
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Partnership Setup: Advice on forming partnerships, including en nom collectif and en commandite
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Redomicilation: Assistance in redomiciling your company established in a reputable jurisdiction to continue its operation in Malta.
Malta Company Registration Key Requirements
To open a company in Malta, the following conditions must be met:
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Company Name Approval: The chosen name must be approved by the Malta Business Registry (the official registry of companies in Malta) and be clearly distinguishable from existing entities.
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Company Director: At least one director must be appointed (can be an individual or a corporate entity provided that it holds the necessary authorisation). The director does not need to be a resident in Malta.
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Company Secretary: A company secretary is mandatory for all private limited companies. The company secretary does not need to be a resident in Malta.
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Registered Office in Malta: Every company must maintain a registered address within Malta.
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Memorandum & Articles of Association: An essential document that needs to be prepared as part of the company registration process is the memorandum and articles of the company to be registered in Malta. This document will contain the essential details of the company and must be subscribed for by all the members of the company. The company will be officially registered in Malta once this is processed and the Registrar issues a certificate of registration in respect thereof.
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Statutory Forms: In cases where the company has one or more corporate shareholders, it is required to disclose who ultimately owns or controls the company through a statutory form that needs to be submitted to the Malta Business Registry. Other statutory forms are required to be submitted at the company registration process such as the statutory form containing a declaration by the proposed director/s regarding their appointment.
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All applications are filed online, and most companies are registered within 2 to 3 working days if all documentation is in order.
Post-Incorporation: Statutory Company Maintenance & Compliance.
Once your business is registered, ongoing compliance with Maltese corporate legislation becomes essential. At A2CO, we provide structured administrative and regulatory support to help you meet all statutory obligations under the Malta Companies Act.
Our services include:
- Filing of annual returns and audited financial statements
- Maintenance of statutory registers and company records
- Company secretary services
- Submission of updates to the Beneficial Ownership Register
- Regulatory compliance monitoring under Maltese legislation
In addition, we can assist with:
- Malta tax and VAT registration
- Bank account opening coordination
- Payroll services, including employee salary processing and statutory social security contributions
With A2CO as your compliance partner, you can ensure your business remains in good legal standing, year after year.
Our Services
Why Choose A2CO
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Clear, expert guidance at every step
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Fast and efficient company formation process
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Full support with registration, compliance, and company setup
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Trusted by international and local businesses
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Based in Malta with deep local expertise
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Licensed by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)
Frequently Asked Questions
The company registration fee in Malta typically starts at €100 depending on the authorised share capital of the company, with total costs varying based on the structure and the documents of the company required for the registration of the company.
Most incorporation in Malta applications are processed within 7 to 1o working days after submission to the Malta Business Registry registration platform
Yes, foreigners can set up a new company in Malta with full ownership, provided they meet the basic requirements under company law.
Working with anauthorised company service provider is mandatory. We at A2CO have the necessary authorisation to carry out this service. This ensures your business formation is handled diligently and, in accordance with the necessary legislation.
The required documents of the company include identification of shareholders and directors, the memorandum and articles of association, and the address of the company.
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