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Dividend Tax in Malta

Dividend tax in Malta can be effectively reduced to 5–10% through a refund mechanism allowing up to 95% of the corporate tax paid by non-resident shareholders to be reclaimed. This makes the jurisdiction one of the most advantageous in the EU for international business. CloudKleyer offers company formation services in Malta, tax optimization strategies, and IT infrastructure setup, including the option to colocate equipment in a Tier 3 data center.

Comprehensive Company Formation Services in Malta: From Legal Support to IT Infrastructure

CloudKleyer provides end-to-end support for setting up a business in Malta — from legal company registration to full IT infrastructure deployment.

We collaborate with a trusted law firm with years of experience in the jurisdiction. Our partners ensure full compliance with Maltese legislation, prepare incorporation documents, assist in opening bank accounts, and help obtain licenses and tax identification numbers.

Meanwhile, the CloudKleyer team handles the technical side: hardware colocation in a Tier 3 data center and connecting to global cloud platforms. This is particularly relevant for IT companies that require fast scalability, failover resilience, and consistent infrastructure access. We offer both security and flexibility — from rent-to-own server leasing to hybrid cloud solutions.

Turnkey IT Infrastructure Services

Turnkey IT infrastructure setup Network equipment rental
Colocation Remote Hands: rapid repair and technical maintenance
Rental of server racks and rack space High-speed internet connectivity
Dedicated physical server rental via a rent-to-own model Connectivity to major global public clouds
Virtual server rental with custom configurations Private and hybrid cloud deployment

Key Tax Benefits

Although the nominal corporate tax rate in Malta is 35%, the refund system significantly reduces the effective burden to 5–10%, depending on the type of activity.

Additional tax advantages include no capital gains tax, no inheritance tax for direct heirs, and no wealth tax. Malta has over 70 double taxation treaties, including with the EU, the US, the UK, and Russia.

Examples of refunds:

100% refund for Participating Holdings (companies holding equity in foreign entities)
6/7 refund for trading activities
5/7 refund for passive income and royalties
2/3 refund for certain qualifying activities under EU directives

Available Company Types

With CloudKleyer’s assistance, you may register:

  • Private Limited Liability Company (Ltd.)
  • Public Limited Liability Company (p.l.c.)

You may also open a branch, subsidiary, or holding structure through consolidation, merger, or reorganization mechanisms.

The most common form is the Ltd., optimal for small and medium-sized enterprises. For larger projects, attracting investors, or going public, a p.l.c. is recommended as it allows issuing shares and is subject to stricter regulatory oversight.

Popular Business Directions in Malta

iGaming

for fast registration and getting license

Holding companies

for asset management and equity participation

E-commerce

for international wholesale and retail operations

Shipping companies

for vessel registration under the Maltese flag

Investment structures and captive insurance firms

operating under regulatory supervision

All legal entities are required to maintain a registered office in Malta. If you lack local infrastructure, we can provide a legal address.

Special Tax Regimes for Expats

For international professionals and business owners, Malta offers favorable tax programs:

  • Global Residence Programme – fixed personal income tax rate of 15% (minimum €15,000/year).
  • Highly Qualified Persons Rules – 15% tax rate for employees in IT, finance, aviation, insurance, and other key industries.

These regimes enable personal tax optimization when relocating to or doing business from Malta, while maintaining access to the EU market and its infrastructure.

Compliance Certifications

Our data center in Malta operates independently of other telecom providers and is connected to the European mainland via four submarine cables, ensuring stable, high-speed connectivity.

Service quality is confirmed by key certifications →

ISO 27001 information security management compliance
ISO 9001 quality management system certification
PCI DSS data security for payment processing and financial services
Upcoming SOC certification

CloudKleyer Business Advantages in Malta

Competitive Internet Rates

Business internet rates in Malta can reach €50 per Mbps. Thanks to direct access to internet exchange points, CloudKleyer offers a wide range of tariffs and pricing below public data center rates.

Remote Hands Maintenance and Support

We provide Remote Hands services for corporate infrastructure at our data center. Our skilled engineers offer rapid repairs and configuration of critical IT components, as well as connections to networks and major global clouds.

Flexible Equipment Options

We can supply the necessary equipment and deploy local infrastructure. With direct contracts with global manufacturers like HP, Dell, IBM, Fujitsu, Cisco, and Juniper, we offer customized server configurations at competitive prices. If you already own equipment, we will handle its relocation and setup in Malta.

7 Days of Free VPS Hosting

New VPS clients receive a 7-day free trial, with the option to modify configurations afterward. Hosting packages include one IPv4 address.

Messenger-Based Customer Support

Our support team responds promptly via messengers — no need to wait hours for a reply. Unlike providers using only ticket systems, we offer real-time multilingual assistance in English, German, Spanish, Greek, Ukrainian, and Russian.

Additional CloudKleyer Services

Free Server Migration
Post-Warranty Server Support
Server Hosting Across Multiple Countries
Backup and Data Recovery
When partnering with CloudKleyer, we will migrate your data — from virtual, cloud, or physical servers — free of charge. Our system administrators use reliable tools like Acronis and Veeam to ensure secure, fast, and seamless transfers with no downtime.
After hardware warranty expiration, we offer subscription-based support — a fixed monthly fee covers repairs and replacement of any failed components, even high-value ones. No need to source parts or troubleshoot on your own.
We operate data centers in nine cities worldwide, including Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London, New York, and Moncton. You choose the location — we’ll link your servers into a single secure network or build a private cloud.
We’ll design a reliable backup system tailored to your company’s needs. We provide storage, servers, and cloud solutions with automated backups. In the event of failure, data can be quickly restored. We use advanced Acronis and Veeam solutions to keep your business running under high load or emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)



Malta is an EU member with a strong legal framework and strategic location. Its tax model allows for up to 95% refunds on corporate tax, effectively lowering the rate to 5–10%, offering real advantages for international structures.


No. Malta is a full EU member and is not on any offshore blacklist.


The standard VAT rate is 18%. Reduced rates of 7% and 5% apply to certain goods and services. Some transactions are VAT-exempt.


The base rate is 35%. However, due to refund mechanisms, most companies pay between 5–10%, and in some cases, even 0%.


With all documents prepared, the process takes 2 to 4 business days.


Yes. A registered office is mandatory. We can provide a legal address and office-related services.


No. Original documents must be submitted, so the process cannot be completed entirely remotely.


The minimum share capital is €1,170.

How to Order Company Formation Services in Malta

If you plan to establish a business in Malta and would like to utilize CloudKleyer’s services for company formation or IT infrastructure setup, click the "Request a Call" button located at the top of the website. A support specialist will contact you to answer any questions you may have regarding the registration process.

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