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Estonia & Malta Double Tax Treaty
The Double Tax Treaty between Malta-Estonia entered into force on 12 June 2003.

Estonia Withholding Taxes
The main features of the Malta-Estonia tax treaty are as follows:
Dividend Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Estonia sets out a maximum Estonian withholding tax of 5% on dividends distributed by a Estonian resident company to a Maltese resident company where the Maltese resident company holds at least 25% of the share capital of the Estonian resident company. In all other circumstances, the maximum Estonian withholding tax is 15%.
Interest Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Estonia sets out a maximum Estonian withholding tax of 10% on interest paid by a Estonian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the interest income.
Royalty Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Estonia sets out a maximum Estonian withholding tax of 10% on royalties paid by a Estonian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the royalty income.
Other Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Estonia states that subject to the limits of the Maltese and Estonian jurisdiction, income earned by a Maltese resident company from the operation of ships, aircraft or road vehicles in international traffic is only taxable in Malta.
When navigating tax matters from Malta to Estonia and from Estonia 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 Estonia or Estonia to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-Estonia Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.
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