Funds & Investment Services: Why Malta

Malta’s advantageous geographical location, within a fairly easy flight distance of Europe’s major cities.

Entitlement to certain tax refunds, based on the full imputation tax system which Malta enjoys, extends to non- residents. Moreover, dividend distribution to shareholders of Malta-based companies is free of any Maltese withholding tax.  In addition, Malta enjoys the benefits of double taxation treaties with over sixty jurisdictions.

With an ever-increasing work force, MFSA is fully equipped to deal efficiently with licensing applications and with ongoing monitoring. However, it does not limit its role to policing activities. Furthermore, the Authority operates an ‘open door’ policy whereby prospective or licensed operators may discuss an issue upfront with the responsible officials.

Malta boasts a flexible, reliable and highly productive multilingual workforce. English in common use as the main business language. Malta offers a wealth of specialised professional services and auditing firms to choose from.

A solid banking foundation, comprised of established Maltese banks as well as other major international banks, providing their services to both corporate and individual clients.

A financial legislative framework which allows for the setting-up and regulation of a variety of investment services such as hedge funds, banking and financial institutions and captive insurance business.

The potential for redomiciling companies into and out of Malta in order to preserve the chain of continuity of that company’s good reputation.

Availability of top technical and professional support.