Cyprus & Malta Double Tax Treaty

The Double Tax Treaty Malta Cyprus, as amended, was signed on 22 October 1993 and is currently in force. 

Cyprus Withholding Taxes

The main features of the Malta-Cyprus tax treaty are as follows:

Dividend Income

The Double Tax Treaty Malta Cyprus sets out a maximum Cypriot withholding tax of 15% on dividends distributed by a Cypriot resident company to a Maltese resident company.

Interest Income

The Malta Cyprus Tax Treaty sets out a maximum Cypriot withholding tax of 10% on interest paid by a Cypriot resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the interest income.

Royalty Income

The Double Tax Treaty Malta Cyprus sets out a maximum Cypriot withholding tax of 10% on royalties paid by a Cypriot resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the royalty income.

Other Income

The Double Tax Treaty Malta Cyprus outlines that certain pensions and other similar remuneration arising from Cypriot sources and paid to a Maltese resident are taxable only in Malta. However such a rule does not apply to similar payments advanced by a Cypriot statutory body or local authority or a political subdivision thereof for services rendered therein unless the Maltese resident individual is also a Maltese national.

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When navigating tax matters from Malta to Cyprus and from Cyprus 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 Cyprus or Cyprus to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-Cyprus Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.

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