What does it cost to buy property in Malta?
Licensed listing agency commissions are commonly seller-paid; traditional broker arrangements can differ. A buyer fee is not automatic. Check your agreement and whether this is an agency or sensar service.
Calculate my property costsExample: €500,000 resale purchase
| Fee | Indicative amount | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Stamp duty Reduced for first-time buyers and main homes of residents. | €25,000 | verified 2026-10-13 |
| Notary fees and searches | €5,000 – €10,000 | verified 2026-10-13 |
| AIP permit (non-EU buyers) Only outside Special Designated Areas. | €233 | verified 2026-10-13 |
| Architect survey | €0 – €944 | estimate 2026-10-13 |
| Agency fee (when charged to the buyer) Licensed listing agency commissions are commonly seller-paid; traditional broker arrangements can differ. A buyer fee is not automatic. Check your agreement and whether this is an agency or sensar service. | €0 – €5,900 Only if owed under your agreement | estimate 2026-10-14 Source |
Common questions
Who pays the estate agency?
Licensed listing agency commissions are commonly seller-paid; traditional broker arrangements can differ. A buyer fee is not automatic. Check your agreement and whether this is an agency or sensar service.
Can the fees differ locally?
The current calculator uses country-wide rules. Local valuations, exemptions and professional quotes can still change your costs.
Are mortgages or insurance included?
Financing is separate. First-year home insurance is included only where a sourced estimate is available; otherwise a quote is needed. Personal gains taxes, special exemptions and unknown commission are not complete estimates.
Does the IIPE route guarantee a saving?
No. Taxes and required costs remain payable. Only your avoidable, separately agreed agency fee can be compared with IIPE services, assuming the same property price and outcome. An existing mandate may still require payment.