Business
Malta — Business: Limited Company
Malta's limited company law allows for the registration of both private and public limited companies, with the Registrar of Companies responsible for maintaining the public register.
Key facts
- Limited companies can have both local and foreign shareholders
Steps
- Step 1: Choose a company name — The proposed company name must be unique and not already in use by another company in Malta.
- Step 2: Register with the Malta Business Registry — The company must be registered with the Malta Business Registry, which will issue a certificate of registration.
- Step 3: Obtain a tax identification number — The company must obtain a tax identification number from the Inland Revenue Department.
Costs
- Registration fee: varies
- Annual tax: varies
Timelines
- Registration time: varies
Required documents
- Certificate of registration
- Tax identification number
Common mistakes
- Failing to register with the Malta Business Registry
- Not obtaining a tax identification number