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About Us
Who are we
About Malta
Venture Capital
MVC matches private investment in Maltese startups to help them grow faster, go further, and bring national impact along the way.
Let’s back great ideas — together.
what we do
We empower high-potential startups through strategic co-investment, fuelling innovation, job creation, and national economic growth.
Together, we help our clients achieve tangible, measurable results. Focused on business outcomes — we bring a unique set of expertise and skills to the party.
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MEET THE TEAM
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why choose us?
Why Choose Malta Venture Capital for Your Business?
At Malta Venture Capital, we support ambitious startups and growing businesses with the capital, expertise, and strategic guidance needed to achieve sustainable growth.
We believe that successful businesses need more than funding. They need experienced partners who understand the challenges of building, scaling, and entering new markets. Our team works closely with entrepreneurs to identify opportunities, strengthen business models, and create long-term value. Through our strong connections across the public sector, we can also facilitate access to relevant government entities and support programmes that may assist startups in areas such as innovation, business development, internationalisation, and skills enhancement.
What We Offer
- Growth Capital to help businesses scale and expand
- Strategic Guidance from experienced investment professionals
- Access to Networks including industry experts, investors, and business partners
- Business Development Support to accelerate market opportunities
- Access to a broad ecosystem of government agencies and support organisations that can help businesses navigate available opportunities and growth initiatives
- Opportunities to connect with a growing network of entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutually beneficial partnerships
Our Approach
We take a collaborative and hands-on approach, partnering with businesses that demonstrate innovation, strong leadership, and growth potential. Through tailored support and responsible investment, we help companies transform ideas into sustainable success. We actively encourage collaboration among our portfolio companies and professional network, creating an environment where founders can learn from one another, share experiences, and unlock new business opportunities.
Why Businesses Partner With Us
- Local market expertise with an international outlook
- Long-term partnerships focused on sustainable growth
- Strong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship
- Transparent, professional, and founder-focused approach
- Access to valuable relationships across government entities and business support organisations
- A dynamic network of startups, founders, mentors, and industry professionals who contribute to each other’s growth and success
Malta Venture Capital is dedicated to empowering businesses that shape the future, creating value for entrepreneurs, investors, and the wider economy. By combining investment capital, strategic expertise, access to government support mechanisms, and a collaborative entrepreneurial ecosystem, we help businesses accelerate growth and achieve lasting impact.
About SIS
The Seed Investment Scheme (SIS) has been introduced in order to help start-ups raise equity finance.
The Seed Investment Scheme offers incentives in the form of tax credits to individual investors resident in or operating in Malta, who invest in a qualifying Maltese start-up or early stage companies. The scheme offers young entrepreneurs a route to vital funding in the initial stages of their project by effectively minimizing the risk to investors.
Some important points to consider are:
- SIS investors can receive a maximum of €250,000 tax credit in a single tax year,
- A company can raise no more than €750,000 in total via SIS investment.
- Investors can receive up to 35% tax relief in the tax year the investment is made.
- The company seeking investment must be incorporated and based in Malta.
- The company must not have more than 10 employees.
- The company must be no more than three years old.
- The company must have assets of less than €250,000.
Most commercial activities are acceptable for SIS funding, however there are some exclusions:
- Dealing in immovable property, shares, securities and/or other financial instruments; Dealing in goods other than in the normal course of business;
- Carrying on banking, insurance or any other activity covered by the Investment Services Act, the Banking Act, and the Financial Institutions Act;
- Providing legal, accounting or other professional services;
- Activities relating to development of immovable property;
- Receiving royalties or license fees;
- Operating or managing hotels, hostels, guest houses or residential care homes;
- Carrying on activities in connection with the generation of electricity and other energy sources;
- The holding of shares, whether directly or indirectly, in any company which carries out any of the activities listed in any one or more of paragraphs above.
Example: Jenny invests €20,000 in SIS shares in the 2022 to 2023 tax year in SIS. The relief available is €7,000 (€20,000 at 35%). The amount owed for the year (before relief) is €15,000 which she can reduce to €8,000 as a result of her investment.
Example: James invests €20,000 in the 2022 to 2023 tax year in shares. The relief available is €7,000 (€20,000 at 35%). The tax owed for the year (before relief) is €5,500. James can reduce his tax bill to zero as a result of his SIS investment, and carries the rest of the relief available until it is fully absorbed.
FORMS
Qualifying Investor
In order for a person to qualify as a ‘qualifying investor’ in terms of the Rules, an investment must be made by way of the subscription to a fresh issue of fully paid up, non-redeemable equity shares at par on the investors own behalf in a qualifying company.
Qualifying Company
A company will qualify as a ‘qualifying company’ if it satisfies a number of conditions (as set out in the Rules) and provides the required documentation as part of the application process. It will then be issued with the relative compliance certificate by MIMCOL.
Guidelines
The guidelines reflect legal notice 45 of 2024 and provide interested investors and companies with details on the application process.
INVESTORS
In order for a person to qualify as a ‘qualifying investor’ in terms of the Rules, an investment must be made by way of the subscription to a fresh issue of fully paid up, non-redeemable equity shares at par on the investors own behalf in a qualifying company.
FAQS
What is SIS?
The Seed Investment Scheme (SIS) offers incentives in the form of tax credits to investors in return for investment in a qualifying Maltese start-up or early stage companies. The scheme offers young entrepreneurs a route to vital funding in the initial stages of their project by effectively minimising the risk to investors.
How long will the SIS last?
SIS will remain effective until the 31st December 2026 (unless extended by the Ministry for Finance) but shall also cease to be active upon the application of the scheme to €5 million.
AS AN ENTREPRENEUR
How should my company register for the SIS?
Companies wishing to obtain the status of ‘qualifying company’ must submit an application for determination of eligibility with MIMCOL. You can contact them for the documentation required and to discuss the application process.
Should my company be incorporated and registered in order to apply for SIS?
Yes, you will need to be incorporated in Malta in order to get the relative compliance certificate.
How much does the compliance certificate cost?
It is free of charge to get the compliance certificate.
What is the maximum I can receive by way of investments?
Investments in a qualifying company shall not, in aggregate, exceed €750,000.
AS AN INVESTOR
If I invest in a company under SIS, how can I guarantee success?
As with any investment, there are risks involved; however these risks are significantly reduced because of the tax benefits offered.
Can the SIS relief be granted on investment in a company which operates overseas?
No. The Scheme is for individual investors resident in or operating in Malta.
Is there a minimum amount required for investment?
There is no minimum requirement.
What is the maximum tax credit I can receive?
The total tax credit applicable to any investor shall not exceed €250,000 per year. Provided the total threshold for the Scheme is not exhausted.
Do I still get relief if I invest in my family member’s business?
No. An investor does not qualify if he or she is connected to the qualifying company through direct lineage, whether it is their spouse, sibling, descendants or ascendants.