What legal services does Dr Josianne Cardona Gatt provide in Malta?

Dr Josianne Cardona Gatt provides comprehensive legal, corporate, commercial, regulatory, licensing, gaming and iGaming, immigration, and Maltese citizenship & residency legal advisory services for local and international clients.

How can I schedule a legal consultation with the practice in Malta?

You can request a legal consultation through the website contact form, via email at cardonagatt.legal@gmail.com, or by calling +356 99826016.

Where is the legal practice of Dr Josianne Cardona Gatt located?

The practice is located at 16, Duke of Edinburgh Street, Hamrun, Malta, advising clients both locally in Malta and internationally across Europe and globally.

Does the practice assist international businesses establishing in Malta?

Yes, the practice offers complete cross-border and corporate setup assistance, including company incorporation, licensing, regulatory compliance, employment matters, and commercial contract drafting.

Navigating the MGA Licence Application Process: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide

Key Legal Takeaways

The application process is initiated through the MGA's online Licensee Portal with comprehensive corporate disclosures.

Fit & proper screening evaluates probity, criminal history, and financial integrity of all qualifying shareholding interests.

Technical architectures, random number generators (RNG), and game servers must undergo independent third-party certification.

Licences are issued for a 10-year validity term, subject to annual compliance reviews and compliance fee contributions.

Stage 1: Fit and Proper Checks and Financial Probity

The MGA conducts rigorous background investigations on all shareholders holding 5% or more equity, ultimate beneficial owners, directors, and Key Persons. Documentation includes police conduct certificates, bank references, verified statement of affairs, and notarized passports.

Stage 2: Business Plan and Operational Review

Applicants must submit a detailed business plan including three-year financial projections, marketing strategies, human resource structures, and target jurisdictions. The MGA assesses whether the corporate entity is adequately capitalized to sustain planned operations.

Stage 3: Technical Systems Audit and Go-Live

Prior to full authorization, the applicant’s gaming environment undergoes a Systems Audit performed by an MGA-approved independent audit firm. The audit verifies that gaming systems, security policies, data backups, and player protection controls operate in full accordance with the submitted technical architecture.