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

Malta Retirement Visa for US CitizensMalta Retirement Visa for US Citizens
May 7, 2026
Publication

Malta Retirement Visa for US Citizens

A legal and practical overview of Malta’s retirement residence routes for US citizens, including tax treatment, eligibility, and compliance considerations.

European Residency for Americans: Permanent Residency in EuropeEuropean Residency for Americans: Permanent Residency in Europe
May 4, 2026
Publication

European Residency for Americans: Permanent Residency in Europe

More Americans are turning to European residency as a secure and flexible Plan B. Malta’s Permanent Residence Programme stands out with fast approval, lifetime status, and strong family benefits.

Global Wealth and Mobility Summit Malta 2026: Cross-Border Structuring and Mobility in FocusGlobal Wealth and Mobility Summit Malta 2026: Cross-Border Structuring and Mobility in Focus
April 28, 2026
Event

Global Wealth and Mobility Summit Malta 2026: Cross-Border Structuring and Mobility in Focus

The Global Wealth & Mobility Summit Malta 2026, hosted by Andersen in Malta in collaboration with Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates, brought together leading legal, tax, and private client practitioners to examine the realities of cross-border wealth structuring in an increasingly complex environment.

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