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Vaia Legal will attend at Corporate Jet Investor London 2025

Jan 21, 2025 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Corporate Jet Investor London 2025 is a leading international conference on business aviation, taking place in London from February 3-5, 2025. The event gathers over 600 senior executives from 40+ countries, featuring high-level discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities for industry leaders and stakeholders. Reach out to [email protected] to schedule a meeting at the Corporate Jet Investor London 2025 and explore how Vaia Legal may assist you.
EBAA’s Guidelines and Recommendations for Charter Flight Contracting

Jan 16, 2025 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

In January 2020, the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) released an important set of Guidelines and Recommendations for Charter Flight Contracting (Guidelines), aimed at improving the transparency, safety, and efficiency of business aviation charter services across Europe.
Guide to the Digital Nomad Residence Permit (MNRP) in Malta

Jan 7, 2025 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Malta offers an excellent opportunity for remote workers with its Digital Nomad Residence Permit. This initiative allows non-EU and non-EEA nationals to live and work from Malta for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal. Here’s everything you need to know about applying for this permit. What is the Digital Nomad Residence Permit? The Digital Nomad Residence Permit allows remote workers, freelancers, and independent contractors to live in Malta while working for a non-Maltese company.
Shore-to-Ship Technology in Malta’s Grand Harbour

Dec 23, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Shore-to-Ship technology, also known as Onshore Power Supply (OPS) or cold ironing, allows vessels to connect to an onshore electrical grid while docked. This technology enables ships to turn off their engines and draw power from the land-based electrical system, significantly reducing emissions and noise pollution in port areas.
Malta Permanent Residence Programme

Dec 2, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

The MPRP offers a streamlined path to Permanent Residency in Malta, a thriving economy in Europe. The program allows eligible applicants and family members to apply in a single application and reside in Malta indefinitely, thereby securing their residency status and access to all Schengen countries for life. Unlike other programs, the MPRP grants Permanent Residency from the outset, eliminating the need for frequent renewals. Additionally, there are no mandatory physical stay requirements in Malta.
The Maltese citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services by direct investment

Nov 28, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Malta’s Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment(NESDI) program allows foreign individuals and their families to become citizens of Malta by contributing to the country’s economic development. The program was introduced in 2020 and is regulated by the Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services Regulations (S.L. 188.06).
Irrevocable De-registration and Export Request Authorisations (IDERAs) under Maltese Aviation Law

Nov 8, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Under Maltese law, Irrevocable De-registration and Export Request Authorisations (IDERAs) are a legal instrument that grants certain parties the authority to request the de-registration and export of an aircraft from the Malta Aircraft Register.
Vaia Legal Secures Licenses to Offer Expert Guidance for Malta Permanent Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programs

Nov 7, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

We are excited to announce that Vaia Legal has officially acquired the necessary licenses authorized by Community Malta Agency (Aġenzija Komunità Malta) and Residency Malta Agency for the application of the Malta Permanent Residency Programme (MPRP) and the Malta Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Programme (NESDI).
Cell Companies in the shipping and aviation sectors

Sep 13, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

In June 2020, the Companies Act (Shipping and Aviation Cell Companies) Regulations (S.L. 386.22) were implemented into Maltese law. These regulations provide for the incorporation of cell companies in the shipping and aviation sectors.
Malta's Corporate Tax System

Sep 4, 2024 | irglobal.com | Katrina Abela

Malta is recognised as a leading jurisdiction of choice for a number of industries, mainly due to models and structures developed with the intention of attracting business to the Island. Malta is also renowned for its robust legal and regulatory framework and taxation structures, while also having a highly skilled workforce, incentives for specific industries such as gaming, aviation and shipping, and generally, a business-friendly environment.