🇲🇹 Malta Business Registry (MBR) & Companies Act (Cap. 386)
Malta Company Formation & MBR Registration Calculator
Calculate statutory MBR incorporation registration fees, minimum paid-up share capital requirements (€1,164.69), and annual return compliance charges under the Companies Act.
⚡ Capital Structure Presets
Corporate Capital & Submission
EUR €
Minimum statutory authorized capital is €1,164.69.
Total MBR Registration Fee
€245.00
Mandatory Cash Capital Paid-Up: €240.00 (20%)
Statutory Government Fees Breakdown
| MBR Incorporation Registration Fee | €245.00 |
| Annual Return Mandatory Fee (Year 1) | €100.00 |
| Minimum Paid-Up Share Capital Required | €240.00 |
| Total Initial Outlay (Gov Fees + Capital) | €585.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum statutory share capital for a private limited company in Malta? ▼
Under the Companies Act (Cap. 386), the statutory minimum authorized share capital for a private company (Ltd) is €1,164.69, of which at least 20% (€232.94) must be fully paid up upon incorporation.
How are MBR incorporation registration fees determined? ▼
MBR fees follow a tiered schedule based on authorized share capital: online electronic submission costs €245 for capital up to €1,500 (rising progressively to €1,750 for capital above €2.5M), while paper filings incur higher statutory rates (starting at €375).
Is online electronic registration cheaper than paper submission at MBR? ▼
Yes, submitting company incorporation documents electronically via the MBR portal provides a statutory discount of approximately 30% to 35% compared to physical paper submissions.
What is the mandatory Annual Return fee paid to MBR? ▼
Every Maltese company must file an annual return with the MBR accompanied by a statutory filing fee ranging from €100 (electronic) to €1,400 depending on authorized share capital brackets.
Do foreign shareholders require a local Corporate Services Provider (CSP)? ▼
Under MFSA regulations, international entrepreneurs and non-resident shareholders must appoint a licensed Corporate Services Provider (CSP) to conduct AML/KYC verification and handle company incorporation.