Taxation in Malta

Income Tax

An individual is considered a Maltese resident, if they spend at least 183 days in any calendar year, in the State.

Non residents with rental income from a Maltese property are liable to Maltese Income Tax.

The Tax year in Malta is the calendar year. The date of filing an annual return is August 30.

Non-resident individuals in receipt of rental income are liable to Income Tax at 15%. Against this income, an allowable deduction of 20% of the gross income is permitted for tax purposes

At present Ireland does not have a tax treaty agreement with Malta.

Capital Gains Tax

Income from capital gains is added to the other regular income. Sale of real estate owned by an individual for at least 3 years is exempt.

Stamp Duty

The rate of stamp duty is 10cent for every LM25.