Setting Up a Company in Malta: Real-World Experiences

Business owners are always looking for ways to optimize their operations. That might mean anything from new team-building strategies to a complete rebrand. But one option gaining serious traction is relocating the business abroad - specifically to Malta. As I've often written on this blog, setting up a Malta Limited offers advantages you'll struggle to find elsewhere in the EU. But is a Malta Limited really as good as the brochures promise? Today, I want to share what I've actually seen on the ground.

Malta's Size is a Strategic Advantage

One thing that has proven incredibly helpful for me and my clients at Dr. Werner & Partners is simply how compact Malta is. Everything is close by - from government offices to real estate agents. My clients really appreciate this, especially during the initial setup phase. It means you can handle your business obligations efficiently and still have time to grab lunch at a restaurant with a sea view. It's a logistical advantage that shouldn't be underestimated.

The Malta Limited: Tax Efficiency in Practice

The biggest driver for positive feedback from my clients is, unsurprisingly, the tax structure. Without getting too bogged down in the technical details (you can read more in my article "Setting up a company in Malta - is it right for me?"), the effective tax rate resulting from the corporation tax refund system is a massive advantage compared to other jurisdictions. Of course, the Malta Limited model isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. We always need to analyze beforehand whether a business actually meets the necessary requirements.

At Dr. Werner & Partners, my experience has been consistent: clients who get to know Malta through the company formation process generally end up being very satisfied entrepreneurs. Once the Malta Limited is up and running, the benefits become tangible very quickly. All in all, the positive experiences definitely outweigh the negatives.