Tourists visit Malta for various reasons with the Island offerering numerous attractions that will surely spark the interest of most travellers. But Malta is not only a holiday destination - with competitive operating costs, easy access to the market and availability of qualified personnel, amongst others, it is also the ideal jurisdiction in which to set up your business. The following list provides a quick and comprehensive overview of Malta’s advantages:

• European Union member state;
• The Euro is the official currency since 2008;
• A highly developed financial services centre;
• A strong legal system;
• A favourable tax regime;
• The Island's strategic location at the crossroads of three continents, serving as Europe's Middle Eastern outpost;
• A liberal foreign direct investment regime;
• Simplified administrative procedures for acquiring necessary permits;
• Bilateral investment agreements with over 15 countries;
• Double tax treaties are signed with over 40 countries;
• Low set up and operating costs;
• English is an official language;
• A highly qualified, well-educated and multilingual labour force;
• Efficient legal, accounting and banking services;
• European standard of living;
• Excellent flight connections;
• Pleasant climate and agreeable topography;
• One of the lowest crime rates in Europe;
• A sound ICT infrastructure;
• A solid international reputation.