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Malta Tax News 2012

Malta Saudi Arabia Double Tax Treaty

January 2012
Malta and Saudi Arabia signed on January 4, 2012 a treaty for prevention of double taxation between the two countries.
The treaty is expected to boost future business ties between the countries.

Malta Israel New DTA

August 2011
Malta and Israel signed on July 29 a new double tax treaty. The DTA is expected to strengthen the economic ties between the two countries.
According to the Maltese foreign ministry Malta imported in 2010 EUR 8.3 from Israel, mainly mineral fuels, while the import from Israel was EUR 3.8.
Malta's exports to Israel in 2010 improved by 58% compared to the previous year.

Malta 7% V.A.T. Rate

November 2010
The Maltese finance minister announced an increase of the reduced V.A.T. rate on accommodation.
The increase will take effect on January 1, 2011.

Malta Bahrain Double Taxation Treaty

April 2010
Malta and Bahrain signed on April 12, 2010 a new double taxation agreement, DTA.
The new tax agreement is in line with the OECD model regarding exchange of tax information.

Malta Tax Amnesty

September 2009
The Maltese finance minister announced on September 4, 2009 a tax amnesty for defaulters. The total income tax due for over 60 years is about EUR 60 millions.
For debts from 1998 onwards taxpayers will enjoy a 90% reduction on interest and fines. For debts prior to 1997, when the system was not computerised, the reduction will amount to 25% of the balance due.
The applicants for the voluntary plan have to apply by January 15, 2010.

Malta's law regarding medical treatment violates EU laws

January 2009
Malta's court finds Malta's system of prior authorisation to free medical treatment abroad in violation of EU law.
The court has ordered the government to pay nearly EUR 75,000 to a Maltese patient after refusing authorisation to free medical treatment abroad.
Article by Ganado Sammut Advocates www.ganadosammut.com.

Malta's Budjet 2009

November 2008
Malta's finance minister presented on November 3, 2008 the 2009 budget.
The target of achieving a balanced budget will be moved by one year, from 2010 to 2011.
Excise tax on unleaded petrol and diesel will increase, while excise taxes duties on spirits will be reduced, bringing the rates closer to Italy.
Travellers departure tax will be abolished from 1.11.2008.
Income tax rates for individualswill remain unchanged, but the tax bands will be raised.
A tax holiday will be granted to women joining the labour market, for each child under 16 years old.
For the full brief by Ganado Sammut Advocates please see www.ganadosammut.com.

Malta and U.S. Double Taxation Treaty

August 2008
Malta and the U.S. signed a new tax treaty on August 8, 2008.
The treaty provides for elimination of withholding on dividend payments to pension funds.
The withholding tax rates for interest royalties and other income are 10%.

Malta Income Tax

JANUARY 2007
In 2007, Malta's corporate tax rate remains the same as in 2006, 35%.
For individuals, the tax rates for 2007 are 15%, 25% and 35%.
The tax exempt income for individuals in 2007 is MTL 3,250.

Malta Income Tax

OCTOBER 2006

According to Malta's 2007 budget the personal tax exempt income would be MTL 3,250, compared to MTL 3,100 in 2006.
There would be only 3 tax rates for individuals, 15%, 25% and 35%, compared to the present 5 tax rates in 2006.

Malta Income Tax

JANUARY 2006
From 1.1.2006 individuals having an employment income ,derived mainly outside Malta, will pay in Malta, subject to certain conditions, a flat income tax rate of 15%.

Malta V.A.T.

JANUARY 2004
From 1.1.2004 the new standard v.a.t rate in Malta is 18%(previous rate-15%).

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