🇲🇹 Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) & Notarial Council
Malta Property Stamp Duty Calculator
Calculate statutory stamp duty on real estate purchases in Malta, including 1% provisional duty upon signing the Promise of Sale (Konvenju) and first-time buyer concessions.
⚡ Buyer Incentive Presets
Acquisition & Concession Scheme
EUR €
Total Net Stamp Duty Payable
€2,500.00
Statutory Relief Saved: €10,000.00
Payment Schedule Breakdown
| 1% Provisional Duty at Konvenju | €2,500.00 |
| Balance of Duty Due at Final Deed | €0.00 |
| Standard Baseline Duty (Before Relief) | €12,500.00 |
| Estimated Notary Legal Fees (incl. VAT) | €3,540.00 |
| Total Buyer Acquisition Costs | €6,040.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard stamp duty rate for property buyers in Malta? ▼
Under the Duty on Documents and Transfers Act (Cap. 364), the standard statutory rate of stamp duty on property purchases is 5% of the transfer value.
How much provisional stamp duty is paid upon signing the Konvenju? ▼
A mandatory provisional payment of 1% (of the total purchase price) is paid to the notary upon signing the promise of sale (Konvenju) and remitted to MTCA within 21 days.
What is the First-Time Buyer stamp duty exemption in Malta? ▼
Eligible first-time buyers purchasing their primary residence are completely exempt from stamp duty on the first €200,000 of the property value, resulting in a maximum statutory tax saving of €7,000 to €10,000.
Are there special stamp duty incentives for properties in Gozo or UCAs? ▼
Properties situated in Urban Conservation Areas (UCAs) or traditional properties in Gozo benefit from reduced stamp duty rates or full exemptions up to statutory caps.
What are typical notary fees for a property acquisition in Malta? ▼
Notary fees for title searches, drafting the deed, and contract publication are regulated under the notarial tariff, generally averaging 1% to 1.5% of the purchase price plus 18% VAT.