Buy A Shelf Company In Malta
Acquire a fully registered Maltese company with no trading history ready for immediate transfer, full compliance, and access to EU tax benefits and financial systems.
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Malta Company Registration Process
Procedure to acquire a ready made company
Your chosen directors and shareholders of the new company sign official documents that allow us to make them the directors of your ready made company. We transfer the company into your power and it is ready to trade immediately.
Changing the company name of the Ready Made Company
We can also file a company name change the same day.
Appointing the new Directors
To appoint the directors of your new company you will need to sign official forms that state this. This can also be done through giving us a power of attorney to do this on your behalf.
We will be removed as directors of the company and it will be transferred over to you. You then receive the Certificate of Incorporation , Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company and the Company secretarial Forms.
Established Ready Made Shelf Companies, sometimes called old shelf or established companies, are dormant / inactive companies that were incorporated in the previous years but have never been active.
FAQs
What are the advantages of a Maltese ready-made company?
A Maltese ready-made (shelf) company allows you to launch operations quickly with an already registered, clean company. Key benefits include:
- Immediate ownership transfer (within 1–3 business days)
- No previous business activity or liabilities
- Fully compliant with Maltese company law and EU regulations
- Easy access to banking, VAT, and tax identification
- Favorable tax system, especially for international trading and holding structures
- Saves time and paperwork compared to starting from scratch
What are the most common types of company formation in Malta?
The most common business structure in Malta is the Private Limited Liability Company (LTD).
Other types include:
- Public Limited Company (PLC): For large-scale or publicly listed businesses
- Sole Proprietorship: For individual traders
- Partnerships (En Nom Collectif and En Commandite)
- Branches of Foreign Companies: For international expansion into Malta
- Foundations and Trusts: Often used for asset holding or family planning
The LTD is the most flexible and widely used entity, both for local and foreign entrepreneurs.
How much share capital is required to form a Private Limited Company in Malta?
The minimum share capital for a Private Limited Company (LTD) in Malta is €1,165, of which at least 20% (€233) must be paid up at the time of incorporation.
Shelf companies typically have the capital already in place, making transfer and activation fast and seamless.
What are the key features of a Maltese Private Limited Company (LTD)?
- Limited liability for shareholders
- Requires at least one director and one shareholder (can be non-residents)
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed
- Registered with the Malta Business Registry (MBR)
- Eligible for VAT and tax registration
- Must have a registered office address in Malta
- Subject to annual reporting and accounting compliance
- Attractive corporate tax refund system, allowing effective tax rates as low as 5% for foreign shareholders (subject to conditions)
What other types of company formation are available in Malta?
In addition to the standard LTD, Malta also offers:
- PLC (Public Limited Company): For businesses seeking public capital; requires €46,588 in share capital
- Sole Proprietorships: Simple but with full personal liability
- General Partnerships (En Nom Collectif) and Limited Partnerships (En Commandite)
- Branches of Foreign Companies: For international businesses establishing presence in Malta
- Foundations and Trusts: For wealth structuring, asset protection, and charitable purposes
However, the Private Limited Company remains the most efficient and preferred option for most use cases, especially for trading, consulting, and holding activities.
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