The unique geographical location and the stability in Malta has made it one of hotspots for investors interested in establishing their business. Lots of people around the world are thinking about opening a holding company in this European nation, but what makes it a good location? There are a number of advantages of establishing a holding company in Malta because of the tax participation exemption by the government. Even though the country doesn’t have any dedicated legislation for incorporating holding companies, it does boast a unique taxation system that can facilitate all foreign entrepreneurs.

Other than tax, the advantages of holding company in Malta also include the freedom to operate the business within and outside of the European Union. Holding companies come with a lot of flexibility. For instance, a Maltese holding company can be used for holding shares and securities, for real estate assets or for obtaining intellectual property rights. Depending on your preference, the Maltese Commercial Code enables you to register a company as a private or public liability corporation. You will need minimum share capital for registering the company, depending on the type of holding company you intend to establish in Malta.

It is not a time consuming process and will not take you longer than three days. In addition, the taxation system in Malta will also exempt tax on the income that’s earned from qualifying participation holdings. However, a participating holding company can reap the benefits of tax exemption, if they own 10% of equity share. The same is applicable for holdings that don’t just allow you to vote, but also enable distribution of assets and profits in case the company is dissolved. The dividends and capital gains that you get from shares under a participating holding will not be taxed and transferring these holdings also doesn’t incur any tax.