Characteristics of Malta Offshore Company
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Company Type |
Company Limited by Shares |
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Governing Corporate Legislation |
Companies in Malta are regulated under the Malta Companies Act of 1995, and the regulating authorities in Malta include the Malta Financial Services Authority and the Maltese Registry of Companies. |
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Confidentiality |
There is a high level of confidentiality and privacy to the companies set up in Malta. |
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Accounting Requirements |
The Tax Filings and all the financial accounts should be submitted annually. |
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Taxation |
The regular corporate tax rate is set at 35%, but in the case of a foreign shareholder, 90% of the total amount is reimbursed to the person. This makes the effective Tax Rate at a highly attractive 5%. |
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Legislation |
Modern Offshore Legislation |
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Stability |
Stable Political and Business Environment |
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Minimum directors and shareholders |
A minimum of 1 shareholder and one director are required for a business. |
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The requirement to appoint Company Secretary |
Yes |
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The need to appoint an auditor |
Auditors certified by the Accountancy Board according to the Accountancy Profession Act of 1979 can conduct statutory audits in Malta. |
Malta Offshore Company Setup Advantages
Reputable Jurisdiction
Single Member Ownership
Re-domiciliation Allowance
Corporate Tax Benefits
Nominee Service Availability
Malta Offshore Company Registration Is Ideal For
Holding Structures
Patents, Licenses, Trademarks and Rights
Consultancy Business
Franchise Business
Shipping
Warehouse Business
International Investments and Trading
E-Commerce
Easy Steps to Register Your Company
Fill out a Form
Upload Documents
Register your Company
Additional Services
Receive the Document Package
Documents Required to Register Malta Offshore Company**
- Certified passport copy
- Certified proof of address
- Professional reference letter
- Bank reference letter
- CV (Signed)
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FAQs
Is setting up an offshore company legal?
As long as there are no criminal intentions involved such as tax evasion, money laundering, trading without proper license etc., the setting up of an offshore company is completely legal.
Is physical presence in the bank necessary for opening a Bank Account?
This depends upon the bank in which you are opening your account. Many of the banks may not require your physical presence but in some of the banks, you have to be physically present while opening a Bank Account.
When will I receive my corporate documents?
After the incorporation of the company, the corporate documents of the company will be available in two to six days.
What will happen if the annual renewal fee is not paid?
In case the annual renewal fee is not paid, the bank may close the account at any given time and the authorities can impose a penalty on the entity.
