Stamp duty is charged on Malta property purchases at a standard rate of 5% of the property value or purchase price, whichever is higher, payable by the buyer. Since 28 October 2025, first-time buyers pay 0% on the first €200,000 and 5% on any excess, under a scheme made permanent in Malta’s Budget 2026.
See the full Stamp Duty & Buying Costs guide for notary fees and other costs to budget for alongside stamp duty.