Insights

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.

‍The death knell has finally been rung for the UK Res Non Dom and global high-net-worth individuals are scrambling for alternatives. In this article, Andersen tax advisors explore the preferred non-dom alternative destinations for UK Res Non Doms.

The February edition of our European Employment Insights newsletter includes in-depth analyses of the latest updates in employment laws, regulations, judicial rulings, and collective agreements across 19 European countries.

Malta, the Mediterranean jewel of the European Union, allows reputable families to obtain Maltese Citizenship by Merit under the Maltese Citizenship Act, following major amendments introduced in July 2025. The framework has evolved away from a transactional Citizenship by Investment model towards a more discretionary and merit-driven pathway.

Known as The Blockchain Island, Malta offers crypto investors a secure, tax-efficient jurisdiction with residency and citizenship by merit opportunities. With crypto-friendly regulations, strategic EU access, and favourable tax policies, Malta provides a prime destination for those seeking financial security and global mobility.

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) provides a robust family residency solution, while the Global Residence Programme (GRP) creates opportunities for tax-efficient structuring under Malta’s non-dom system. The Citizenship by Merit rules recognise exceptional merit and contribution to Malta as the basis for naturalisation, creating a pathway anchored in demonstrable value rather than financial investment alone. For crypto investors, Malta’s reputation as an early regulator of digital assets adds credibility when presenting crypto-sourced wealth in support of residence and citizenship applications.

As the year comes to a close, we are pleased to share the December edition of our Andersen European Employment Insights newsletter, providing a comprehensive analysis of recent developments in employment laws, regulations, legal precedents, and collective agreements across 19 European countries.

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Andersen in Malta, alongside sister law firm Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates, offers comprehensive legal and tax solutions as part of Andersen Global's multidisciplinary network, supporting multinational companies and business families in Malta.

We're excited to share the November edition of our European Employment Insights newsletter. Including in-depth analyses of the latest changes in employment laws, regulations, legal rulings, and collective agreements across 18 European countries.

Malta's Res Non-Dom tax system applies to non-domiciled individuals who will establish residence for tax purposes in Malta. This remittance-based tax framework allows eligible individuals to benefit from Malta's system of taxation for Resident Non-Doms, with no worldwide taxation or any tax on foreign capital gains, even when remitted.

Andersen's Corporate and M&A Service Line Announces Latest Release of European Corporate Insights. The newest edition highlights Q3 2024 M&A and PE trends in Europe, offering key insights into the current landscape.

Andersen in Spain will be hosting the Andersen Global Sportspersons Summit in Madrid on the 21st of November. This meet will focus on the latest legal, contractual, and tax issues affecting the sports industry.

Our latest Litigation and Arbitration Newsletter, Mediation: Legal Framework and Business Benefits, is now available. This edition highlights the benefits of mediation as a collaborative alternative to traditional litigation. It enables parties to negotiate mutually beneficial resolutions while reducing the risks of significant financial losses.

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) offers non-EU nationals a 6-8 month pathway to permanent residency in Malta. South of Sicily, Italy, in the Mediterranean Sea, the independent Island of Malta is a full member of the European Union and of the Schengen Area. This investment-based Permanent Residency program provides an attractive opportunity for individuals and families seeking stability, exceptional healthcare, and educational benefits in a European Union member state.

The October edition of the European Employment Insights newsletter is now available! This issue offers in-depth analyses of the latest developments in employment legislation, regulations, legal precedents, and collective agreements across 18 European countries.

Maltese citizenship by descent allows individuals with Maltese ancestry to secure recognition of their citizenship. The Citizenship Act (Cap. 188, Art. 3–7) establishes who is eligible, with distinctions between persons born before and after independence. The process requires careful collection of civil status records and other documents proving lineal descent. This publication outlines the legal basis, eligibility criteria, application process, and practical implications for those wishing to reconnect with their Maltese heritage and benefit from EU citizenship.

We are pleased to introduce our inaugural European IP, ICT, and Data Insights Newsletter, covering major 2024 legal developments in intellectual property and technology. This edition explores key topics like AI's impact on IP, VINs as personal data, 3D trademark protection, and more.