Insights

The November edition of Andersen European Employment Insights is now available! Prepared by Andersen’s employment law experts across Europe, this issue delivers key updates on legislation, case law and regulatory developments from 18 jurisdictions.

We are pleased to share the Andersen Guide to European Resident Non-Dom Regimes, with the contribution of leading private client tax specialists from countries with attractive tax regimes for expats. This new guide provides a comparative analysis of personal tax, tax residency, and immigration frameworks across major European expatriate domiciles, guiding high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and advisors seeking the appropriate destination for them and their families.

Entrepreneurs, family offices and HNW investors face a shifting European mobility landscape. Portugal is paralysed by delays and legal reforms, France and Italy are raising tax thresholds and regulatory friction, while Malta offers structured, legally sound alternatives. With its discretionary naturalisation route by merit and true permanent residence, Malta emerges as a credible base in the EU for long-term mobility, lifestyle and succession planning.

We are delighted to present the October edition of our European Employment Insights newsletter. In this issue, Andersen’s team of professionals from across Europe offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in employment law, regulations, case law, and collective agreements covering more than 19 countries.

The Civil Procedure Manual | Litigation & Arbitration by Andersen’s European Litigation & Arbitration team offers an in-depth overview of civil procedural rules and litigation practices across Europe. Designed as a practical reference for legal professionals and businesses, it covers key aspects such as case initiation, evidence and digital tools, interim measures, appeals, and enforcement of judgments. By highlighting both the commonalities and distinctions among European jurisdictions, the manual helps practitioners navigate cross-border disputes with enhanced clarity, predictability, and confidence.

Andersen in Malta, through its legal arm Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates, has earned top recognition in the ITR World Tax 2025 guide, ranking Tier 1 in Private Client and securing a position in Corporate Tax. This achievement highlights our leadership in international tax advisory and private wealth planning, delivering strategic, cross-border solutions for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and global businesses.

September’s European Employment Insights newsletter by Andersen offers key updates on employment law across 18 European countries. This edition features a spotlight on Switzerland, highlighting 2025 reforms including job registration, wage-setting, and cross-border taxation. Country-specific developments include Austria’s digital works council ruling, Ireland’s gender balance rules, and Malta’s landmark aviation security agreement.

The August edition of Andersen European Employment Insights newsletter is now available! Prepared by Andersen experts across Europe, this issue covers the latest developments in employment law, regulations, and court rulings in 18 countries.

The Italy Lump Sum Tax Program presents an attractive route for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) seeking tax residency in a major European economy while maintaining efficiency and predictability in their global tax exposure.

Andersen Malta promotes three new Directors, strengthening leadership in immigration, global mobility, and private client tax advisory.

Malta’s Citizenship by Merit, strengthened by Act XXI of 2025 under Article 10(9), replaces transactional investment routes, rewarding contributions in key fields while ensuring compliance with the CJEU ruling in EC v Malta.

In an important update published under Legal Notice 146 of 2025, the Maltese government has introduced significant amendments to the Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP). These reforms reflect Malta’s intent to enhance the programme’s appeal, accessibility, and competitiveness on the global investment migration stage, particularly for families seeking a long-term European base.

This issue, prepared by our Andersen experts, features the latest updates on employment laws, regulations, court rulings, and collective agreements across 19 European countries. In this month’s European Partner Spotlight, we turn to Malta with key insights into non-compete and client restriction clauses. Our very own Dr. Charlene Mifsud, Partner at Andersen in Malta, explores how Maltese courts assess the validity of restrictive covenants in employment contracts.

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We’re pleased to share the June edition of our European Employment Insights newsletter. This issue, curated by our Andersen team of experts, provides in-depth analysis of the latest developments in employment laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and collective agreements across 18 European countries.

We're happy to share the May edition of our Andersen European Employment Insights newsletter. This issue, prepared by our Andersen experts, features the latest updates on employment laws, regulations, court rulings, and collective agreements across 19 European countries.

This issue, prepared by our Andersen team of experts, offers in-depth analysis of the latest developments in employment laws, regulations, judicial rulings, and collective agreements across 17 European countries.

Malta’s strategic geographical position in the Mediterranean places it as an ideal hub for companies from the US, Canada, China, and Mexico seeking access to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Malta offers a strategic gateway to over 450 million EU consumers and efficient connectivity through the Malta Freeport, Europe's third-largest transshipment port.

The March edition of our Andersen European Employment Insights newsletter, offers in-depth analysis of the latest developments in employment laws, regulations, judicial rulings, and collective agreements across 17 European countries.

Malta has emerged as one of the most attractive jurisdictions for tax residency, especially for British Non-Doms and High Net-Worth and UHNW Individuals (HNWIs) seeking alternative options post the abolition of the UK Non-Dom regime effective April 2025. This article delves into how Malta has cultivated such an attractive tax residency regime, its comparative advantages, and acknowledges important considerations.

We are pleased to share the Andersen Employment and Labor Service Line 2025 Dismissals Guide, providing key insights into termination procedures across 30 European countries. This comprehensive resource outlines individual and collective dismissal rules, formal requirements, and the role of employee representatives and state authorities.