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Malta's New Individual Tax Programme

Modernised Framework for International Residents

Malta's new Individual Tax Programme replaces four existing residence schemes with a single, modernised framework for international residents, effective from 1 January 2027. While retaining the attractive 15% tax rate on qualifying foreign income remitted to Malta, the new regime introduces higher economic thresholds, enhanced compliance requirements and a renewable five-year residence model. The reforms reflect Malta's commitment to transparency, substance and international best practices, while preserving its appeal to entrepreneurs, retirees, wealthy families and globally mobile individuals seeking tax residence in a stable European jurisdiction.

| 4 min read |

Why Sustainability Reporting Still Matters for Maltese Companies

Out of CSRD Scope?

The Omnibus package may have removed CSRD reporting obligations for many Maltese businesses, but sustainability remains a strategic priority. This article explores why ESG considerations still matter for lenders, investors, risk management, operational efficiency and future regulatory requirements, and highlights the sustainability regulations companies should continue to monitor.

| 10 min read |

How Malta's AML/CFT Enforcement Framework Is Changing

Legal Notice 82 and 83 of 2026

Legal Notices 82 and 83 of 2026 mark a significant evolution in Malta's AML / CFT framework. The amendments introduce a more transparent FIAU enforcement process, place remediation at the centre of regulatory expectations, strengthen senior management accountability, and reinforce the importance of proactive compliance governance for Subject Persons.

| 4 min read |

Malta Takes a Leading Step on Pay Transparency

Pay Transparency Framework

Pay transparency is now a legal requirement in Malta. The Equal Pay (Transparency and Reporting) Regulations 2026 introduce new employer obligations on salary transparency, equal pay, employee pay information rights and gender pay gap reporting, strengthening workplace equality and employment law compliance.

| 5 min read |

How Europe is Redesigning Payments and Trust for a Post‑Quantum World

Quantum Risk and Digital Trust

Europe is reshaping payments, the Digital Euro and trust architecture to prepare for post‑quantum risk and build resilient financial systems.

| 4 min read |
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