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New Malta MPRP Enhancements for 2025 Applicants

Major changes announced to benefit families applying for Malta permanent residency.

On 22 July 2025, the Government of Malta introduced major updates to the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP). The reforms are designed to increase flexibility, lower costs, and accelerate the relocation process, especially for families.

TLDR: What the 2025 MPRP Changes Mean for You

Malta’s updated residency program is now faster, more affordable, and more flexible, especially for families and global professionals. Key advantages include:

• Faster relocation through a new temporary residence permit

• Lower fees for spouses and minor children

• Rental income potential when you're abroad

• Long-term residency in a stable, English-speaking country in the EU

This development marks a strategic evolution of Malta’s residency offering, reinforcing its position as one of the most attractive European options for global investors seeking long-term residency and Schengen mobility.

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Key Updates to the Malta MPRP for 2025

1. Temporary One-Year Residence Permit Introduced

Applicants who pass standard background checks will now receive a renewable one-year residence permit at the start of the process even before their full permanent residency application is approved. This new temporary permit, valid for 12 months, enables families to move sooner, enrolling children in school, joining local communities, and beginning life in Malta without delay.

Once the application is approved in principle and all conditions are met, the temporary status automatically transitions into permanent residence. If an application is ultimately rejected, the temporary permit will be withdrawn within two weeks of notification.

Benefits:

• Immediate legal status and relocation rights

• Time to settle in, enroll children in schools, and explore property options

• Automatic conversion to permanent residence upon approval

• If the application is declined, the temporary permit is revoked within 15 days

2. Streamlined Pricing for Families

The financial structure has been reworked to make residency more accessible, especially for families:

• Administration Fee, Main Applicant: €60,000

• Contribution, Main Applicant: €37,000 (same for rental or purchase)

• Spouse and Minor Children: No additional charge

• Adult Dependents (e.g., older children, parents, grandparents): €7,500 each

• Dependents added after application approval: €7,500 each

Both the property investment minimums and the €2,000 charitable donation remain at their cur-rent levels. Visit our Malta MPRP program page for a full breakdown or use our MPRP cost calculator.

3. Enhanced Property Usage

Two important updates now allow applicants to make better use of their qualifying property:

• Property owners: May lease their property to third parties when not residing in Malta.

• Property renters: May sublet their rental after five years, with landlord consent.

These changes make the program more cost-effective by creating opportunities to generate rental income.

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Next Steps:

While the full implementation guidelines are still pending final publication, the core changes are now officially in force for all applications submitted from 1 January 2025 onward.

If you’ve been considering Malta as your second home in Europe, now is the time to begin preparations, especially to benefit from the new temporary residency track and the more predictable cost structure.

Contact us today to explore your eligibility and begin your pre-application process ahead of the 2025 changes.

Your Zenturo Team

Because immigration by investment programs can change over time please contact us to speak with an advisor or to receive a preliminary quotation. The information provided in this blog post is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be construed as legal or financial advice.

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