Register a Company in Malta

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Why Open a Company in Malta?

Malta has a sound legislation for company registration and one of the most attractive taxation systems in the European Union.

Boasting a skilled workforce and cheap labor costs, Malta is one of the best countries to do business in Europe.

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Types of Structures in Malta

The available types of legal entities to be registered in Malta are:

• limited liability companies, which can be private or public,

• partnerships, which can be general or limited.

Foreign enterprisers looking to develop a small scale business have the possibility of registering as sole traders in Malta.

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Documents for Company Registration in Malta

The most important documents related to company registration in Malta are the Memorandum and Articles of Association.

If the Memorandum will contain provisions about the establishment of the company, the Articles of Association are the documents containing all the information about the company.

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Steps to Set Up a Company in Malta

When opening a company in Malta, a businessman must follow the next steps:

• reserve a company name with the Maltese Commercial Register,

• draft the memorandum and articles of association,

• deposit the minimum share capital,• apply for a trade license,•  register for VAT and obtain a tax

identification number,• open a corporate bank account.

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Tax Registration for Companies in Malta

The company registration procedure is completed once the company has obtained its business license and has registered for taxation and VAT with the Maltese authorities.

Our Maltese company formation agents can help you register for taxation purposes.

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Licenses for Companies in Malta

The company must apply for a trading license with the competent authorities depending on the type of activities it will carry out.

Malta has limitations or requires special permits or licenses for some types of businesses or for foreigners wanting to buy properties in the country.

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Taxation of Companies in Malta

According to the Income Tax Act, Maltese companies are subject to the corporate tax on their worldwide income.

Foreign companies carrying business activities in Malta will be levied the corporate tax on the local income only. 

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Company Formation Services in Malta

We provide a wide range of services for foreign investors interested in starting a business in Malta or expending their activity in this country. 

For assistance with the company registration procedure, you can contact our Maltese agents.

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Thank you for your attention!

For more information, please contact us at:(+44) 203-287 0408 (for international clients)

office@lawyersmalta.eu

www.companyincorporationmalta.com

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