Costs and Fees to Register a Company in Malta in 2026
Registration of a public and private company is a relatively quick process. If the companies legal documents with all supporting documentation complete in good order delivered to the Registrar, within a week of delivery the certificate of incorporation will be issued. A company setup in Malta provides an effective, EU-based solution.
1. Government Registration Fees (Malta Business Registry)
When you register a company in Malta, you pay official statutory fees to the Malta Business Registry (MBR). These fees are based on the company’s authorised share capital - the higher the authorised capital, the higher the fee.
Key Points
- Minimum fee: €100 — this applies for companies with authorised share capital up to €1,500.
- Top end of scale: up to about €2,250 for very large companies with capital exceeding several million euros.
Government Fees (Indicative Scale)
| Authorised Share Capital | Approx. Registration Fee (Paper) | Approx. Registration Fee (Online) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to €1,500 | €245 | €100–€210 |
| €1,501 – €5,000 | From €245 + incremental | From ~€210 + increments |
| €5,001 – €10,000 | From ~€350 | From ~€294 |
| €10,001 – €50,000 | From ~€450 | From ~€379 |
| €50,001 – €100,000 | From ~€770 | From ~€651 |
| €100,001 – €250,000 | From ~€870 | From ~€736 |
| €500,000+ | Up to ~€1,220–€2,250 | Up to ~€1,016–€1,900 |
2. Annual Fees & Compliance Charges
After incorporation, every Maltese company must file an annual return with the MBR and pay an annual fee — also based on authorised share capital.
Typical Annual Return Fees
- Minimum: ~€100 per year for small-capital companies.
- Higher brackets: fees can rise to €1,400+ for companies with very large share capital.
- Late-filing penalties: can apply if returns are submitted past statutory deadlines.
These fees are separate from government taxes and do not include professional compliance costs (e.g., accountants or auditors).
3. Other Mandatory Costs
Minimum Share Capital
- For a private limited company (Ltd): minimum €1,165 authorised share capital , with at least 20 % paid up on incorporation.
- Public companies require much higher capital, but most new businesses will be private companies.
Professional Services
Our service team is composed of qualified corporate lawyers, tax advisors, and accountants, including duly authorised Corporate Service Providers (CSP) and professionals regulated under the Malta Financial Services framework. Collectively, our professionals possess extensive experience in delivering tailored business and financial solutions, supported by a broad and integrated portfolio of services.
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Document preparation & incorporation support | €500 – €2,000+ |
| Registered office (1 year) | €850 |
| Company secretary services | €1,200 |
| Legal consultation | €500 – €2,000 |
| Corporate bank account assistance | €500 – €1,000 |
Establish your presence in the global marketplace through the formation of a company in Malta. We invite you to contact us for professional advice tailored to your objectives and to support the successful achievement of your business goals. Contact us to receive a free expertise and quotation.