Dr. Jean-Philippe Chetcuti

Dip.Tax Dip.ITM B.A. LL.M.(Warwick) LL.D. TEP
Managing Director
Languages spoken:
English, Maltese, Italian
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Summary

Jean-Philippe is a seasoned private clients lawyer renowned for his work in global citizenship, including investment law, residence programs, tax residence, tax, and wealth and business structuring.  For over 25 years, he has advised some of the world's most affluent and successful families

Jean has contributed significantly to policy development in the sector of residence and citizenship-by-investment globally. He has written extensively on personal tax planning, residency and citizenship, and the family office sector, including the Dual Citizenship Report Global and European editions.

JP has championed the cause of family businesses in Malta and their recognition as an important business unit, and made the case for the introduction of a world first Family Business Act in Malta.

Experience

JP served as Chairman of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP Malta Branch) and is the international associate for Malta at the American Immigration Lawyers Association AILA.  He has been recognized by Who's Who Legal for Malta and Chambers and Partners as a leading professional. JP is a Uglobal-verified immigration lawyer and a regular contributor to Investment Migration Insider.

Academic Record

  • Central Law Training, Dip. International Trust Management
  • Malta Institute of Taxation, Dip. Taxation
  • University of Warwick, LL.M. Tax & Economic Law
  • University of Malta, Doctor of Laws, European Tax Law
  • University of Malta, Notary Public
  • University of Malta, B.A. Law & English

Memberships

  • International Bar Association (IBA)
  • International Fiscal Association IFA
  • Malta Institute of Taxation MIT
  • International Tax Planning Association ITPA
  • Chamber of Advocates
  • Society for Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP) Malta Branch (ex-Chairman)

Our Insights

European Employment Insights November 2025
November 24, 2025
Publication

European Employment Insights November 2025

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.

Andersen Guide to European Resident Non-Dom Regimes
November 18, 2025
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Andersen Guide to European Resident Non-Dom Regimes

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.

European Residence & Citizenship: Strategic Shifts for HNW Individuals and Founders in 2025
November 4, 2025
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European Residence & Citizenship: Strategic Shifts for HNW Individuals and Founders in 2025

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.

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