Startup Residence Programme
Startup Residence Programme is a residence route in Malta (Yrittäjä). Innovative startup endorsed by Malta Enterprise; ≥ €25k paid-in capital/investment (lower if already VC-funded); founders + key staff get 5-yr residence (renewable), family included. Fee ~€1,500.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 23'500. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Malta resident non-dom: remittance basis; company 35% with refunds (~5% effective)
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Luokka | Yrittäjä |
|---|---|
| Sijoitus | CHF 23'500 |
| Maksut (perhe) | CHF 1'410 |
| Tulot / v | — |
| Varat | — |
| Väh. oleskelu | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Kansalaisuus | 7 |
| Työ | ownBusiness |
| Kelpoisuus | non-EU/EEA/CH nationals |
| Verot | Malta resident non-dom: remittance basis; company 35% with refunds (~5% effective) |
| Tilanne | 2026-10 |
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