Head to head
Cyprus vs Malta
Three key differences
- Indicative total: Malta runs $108,000 below Cyprus.
- Upper timeline: Cyprus is 4 months shorter than Malta.
Field
Cyprus
Malta
Status type
Permanent residence
Permanent residence
Min. investment
$325,000
$165,000
Government & due diligence
$3,000
$55,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$328,000
$220,000
Timeline
2–4 mo
6–8 mo
Residency
0 d/yr
0 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
spouse + children under 25 in education
spouse + 经济依赖children + parents and grandparents of both spouses
Dual citizenship
N/A
N/A
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.