Malta has updated its trust beneficial ownership framework through Legal Notice 252 of 2026, published on 22 September 2026. The amendments to the Trusts and Trustees Act (Register of Beneficial…
Understanding the Malta gaming licence timeline helps operators plan investment, recruitment and the launch of an online gaming business. The application to the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) forms one part…
Malta’s aircraft financial leasing proposals raise important questions for businesses planning aviation finance structures. On 24 July 2026, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) issued consultation Ref. 04-2026 on a…
Malta is entering a new phase in the development of its digital financial services sector.The next stage is no longer simply about crypto-assets and virtual currencies. The focus is increasingly…
Malta has developed a well-established legal and tax framework for the establishment and administration of trusts. This framework is particularly relevant to international individuals and families where the settlor is…
Malta has established itself as an important European jurisdiction for aircraft ownership, registration, leasing and financing. The jurisdiction combines a dedicated legal framework for aircraft registration and aircraft mortgages with…
Requests for personal and financial information have become an ordinary part of doing business in Malta.Banks, financial institutions, lawyers, accountants and Company Service Providers (“CSPs”) routinely request identification documents, corporate…
The regulatory perimeter applicable to businesses handling client funds has always presented a difficult question.A company may receive money from a customer, hold those funds for a period of time…
Requests for personal and financial information have become an ordinary part of doing business in Malta.Banks, financial institutions, lawyers, accountants and Company Service Providers (“CSPs”) routinely request identification documents, corporate…
Malta has established itself as an attractive destination for international property investors, supported by sustained demand for residential accommodation, tourism, international business and relocation.The Maltese residential property market has continued…