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</style> <div class="protocol-wrapper"> <div class="protocol-header">/// OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE</div> <div class="timeline-row"> <div class="timeline-phase"> <span class="phase-title">PHASE 01</span> <span class="phase-sub">ONBOARDING</span> <span class="phase-time">(Weeks 1-4)</span> </div> <div class="timeline-data"> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">File Structure:</span> We coordinate with licensed agents to compile your rigorous "Tier 1" diligence file, including Source of Wealth validation required by the Residency Malta Agency (RMA). </div> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Property Strategy:</span> We present a curated portfolio of qualifying real estate (Lease or Purchase) to meet the €10,000+ annual minimum requirement. </div> </div> </div> <div class="timeline-row"> <div class="timeline-phase"> <span class="phase-title">PHASE 02</span> <span class="phase-sub">SUBMISSION</span> <span class="phase-time">(Month 2)</span> </div> <div class="timeline-data"> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">RMA Filing:</span> Your appointed Licensed Agent submits the complete application to the Residency Malta Agency. </div> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Administrative Fee:</span> Coordination of the initial €40,000 non-refundable government administrative fee payment. </div> </div> </div> <div class="timeline-row"> <div class="timeline-phase"> <span class="phase-title">PHASE 03</span> <span class="phase-sub">APPROVAL</span> <span class="phase-time">(Month 4-6)</span> </div> <div class="timeline-data"> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Letter of Approval:</span> Upon RMA vetting success, a Letter of Approval in Principle is issued. </div> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Capital Deployment:</span> Only <strong>after</strong> approval do you execute the final investment (Government Contribution of €28k/€58k + NGO Donation of €2k). </div> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Biometric Trip:</span> We schedule your single required trip to Valletta for biometric data capture. </div> </div> </div> <div class="timeline-row last"> <div class="timeline-phase"> <span class="phase-title">PHASE 04</span> <span class="phase-sub">ISSUANCE</span> <span class="phase-time">(Month 6-8)</span> </div> <div class="timeline-data"> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Certificate & Cards:</span> Final issuance of the Certificate of Residence and EU Residency Cards, renewable every 5 years. </div> <div class="data-point"> <span class="data-label">Schengen Access:</span> Immediate visa-free travel activation across the Schengen Zone. </div> </div> </div> <div class="protocol-header" style="border-top: 1px solid #000; margin-top: 60px;">/// QUERY LOG</div> <div class="faq-container"> <div class="faq-row"> <div class="faq-label">QUERY: CAPITAL RISK</div> <div class="faq-content"> <span class="faq-question">Is the investment refundable?</span> <span class="faq-answer">Malta's MPRP is primarily a <strong>contribution</strong> model, not an investment. The government fees (€28k-€58k) and donation (€2k) are sunk costs. However, the Real Estate capital (if purchased) is recoverable after 5 years, or you may choose to simply lease a property to minimize upfront CAPEX.</span> </div> </div> <div class="faq-row"> <div class="faq-label">QUERY: CITIZENSHIP</div> <div class="faq-content"> <span class="faq-question">Does this lead to a passport?</span> <span class="faq-answer">Not directly. The MPRP is a permanent residency program. While naturalization is legally possible after 5 years, it is historically difficult without significant physical presence. For a direct path to citizenship, we recommend the <strong>Direct Investment for Exceptional Services</strong> pathway (higher CAPEX, 12-36 month timeline).</span> </div> </div> <div class="faq-row"> <div class="faq-label">QUERY: FAMILY INCLUSION</div> <div class="faq-content"> <span class="faq-question">Who can be included?</span> <span class="faq-answer">Malta offers 4-generation inclusion: Main applicant, spouse, unmarried dependent children of any age (non-working), and dependent parents/grandparents.</span> </div> </div> </div> <div style="margin-top: 40px; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; padding-top: 20px; font-size: 10px; color: #888; line-height: 1.4;"> <strong>DISCLAIMER:</strong> PentaPath acts as a strategic consultancy and project management firm. We are not a law firm or a licensed agent. All applications are submitted via government-licensed agents in accordance with Maltese regulations. </div> </div>