Advantages
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300 days of sunlight per year
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EU Member country offering political stability
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Very friendly and hospitable people
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Very low unemployment rate
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Malta has been revealed as one of the happiest places in the world ahead of France, Spain, and Italy
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English and Maltese are both official languages of the Islands and all Maltese speak English fluently
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Malta is home to 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (confirmed/tentative)
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Its history is very rich including the Neolithic Period, Romans, Knights of St John, French and British occupation
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Excellent social life and a wide selection of acclaimed restaurants from all regions
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It benefits from crystal clear seas and several sandy beaches
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Great sport facilities, including an 18-hole golf course, world class diving, sailing and other water sports
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Excellent schooling to above UK standards in English speaking schools and University
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Low cost of living and a great selection of affordable properties
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Very stable property market with steady capital growth
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Daily flights to all major European and North African countries
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Advantageous Tax system: no rates or Council taxes are charged in Malta
Malta's geographical situation
Why Malta?
Malta Info sheet
Area: 316 km2
Name: Republic of Malta (Repubblika ta' Malta)
Population: 493,559 (2019)
Official Languages: Maltese and English
Member of the EU: from 1st May 2004
Time Zone: CET (UTC+1)
Flag: White and red background, with the George Cross in the upper left corner of the white part
Capital City: Valletta
Highest point: Ta’ Dmejrek 253m (close to Dingli)
Drive: on the left
Calling code: + 356
Tourists per year: 2.1 millions (2019)