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India & Malta Double Tax Treaty
The Double Tax Treaty Malta India has come into force with effect from 7 February 2014.

India Withholding Taxes
The main features of the Malta India tax treaty are as follows:
Dividend Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta India sets out a maximum Indian withholding tax of 10% on dividends paid by a company resident in India to a beneficial owner resident in Malta.
Interest Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta India sets out a maximum Indian withholding tax of 10% on interest paid by a resident of India to a resident in Malta.
Royalty Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta India sets out a maximum Indian withholding tax of 10% on royalties paid by a resident of India to a resident of Malta. The withholding tax also applies to fees for technical services.
Other Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta India definition of a permanent establishment (PE) is based on the OECD model, and includes the possibility of a service PE.
When navigating tax matters from Malta to India and from India to Malta, it’s essential to understand how the Double Tax Treaty between the two countries impacts taxation on income, capital gains, and other financial obligations. This treaty ensures that individuals and businesses benefit from reduced tax liabilities and avoid the risk of double taxation. By leveraging this agreement, both residents and companies can optimise their tax position when operating or investing across Malta to India or India to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-India Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.
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