Summa Fiduciary Services Ltd provides the legal and administrative foundation for doing business in Malta. From company formation and corporate governance to tax planning, fiduciary services, and relocation support, we help clients establish and manage their presence across our shores.
Providing fiduciary shareholders and corporate directors
Summa supports you from company set-up through to ongoing governance, helping you structure your business effectively from day one. From incorporation and ownership design to company secretarial and compliance, we handle every detail.
Management
Fiduciary Services
We provide discreet fiduciary support, including nominee and trustee services, as well as tailored asset-holding and ownership structures. We’re in it for the long haul; every step and system is designed to ensure confidentiality, compliance, and long-term peace of mind.
Advisory
Tax Advisory
We aim to make tax simple. Offering clear, practical advice that supports how your business is structured and grows, we help you stay compliant while making informed, confident decisions, whether local or cross-border.
Management
Residency & Relocation
Relocating to Malta? From residency applications to settling in, we offer practical guidance and hands-on assistance to make the transition as smooth, well-managed and welcoming as possible.
Summa Fiduciary Services is built on a deep understanding of the local business landscape with decades of multi-disciplinary experience.
We combine technical expertise with a hands-on, personal approach, supporting individuals and businesses at every stage. Everything we do is grounded in trust.
Company Formation & Structuring
We help clients establish and organise their corporate presence in Malta, building structures that are clear, efficient, and fit for purpose. From initial incorporation through to group design, we focus on setting the right foundation so you can hit the ground running.
Incorporation of Maltese companies and group structures
Shareholding arrangements and board composition design
Corporate Administration
We handle the ongoing requirements that keep companies running smoothly and clients focused on what they do best. Our role is to ensure that the day-to-day governance is managed meticulously and efficiently.
Registered office provision and company secretarial support
Maintenance of statutory obligations and regulatory filings
Fiduciary Services
We provide secure and discreet fiduciary solutions that support ownership planning and asset control. Each structure is designed strategically for long-term stability.
Trustee and nominee appointments
Structured asset holding and ownership arrangements
Tax Advisory & Residency Support
We guide clients through both tax considerations and relocation planning, offering practical advice that aligns with their personal and business objectives. The aim is to make elaborate processes more manageable and clear.
Drafting of the company’s Memorandum & Articles of Association
Application of company tax, VAT and PE number
Assistance with bank account opening
We liaise directly with your preferred banks in order to open the bank account for your business. Our firm enjoys an impeccable reputation with all local banks assuring that your business opens a bank account with a Maltese bank.
Company Liquidations
Company secretarial services
Whether we ourselves are the company secretary or simply provide support to the company secretary, we ensure that this important role is successfully fulfilled.
Registered office address services
We can also provide shared office space on a dedicated floor.
Malta Business Registry (MBR) submissions
Submission of documentation to reflect any changes that have occurred
Annual return and beneficial owner annual submissions
Assistance with beneficial owner inspections
Drafting of resolutions
Fiduciary shareholders
Directorship services
Trusts
Formation of Trust
Act as Trustees and with all the compliance requirements relating to it
Operating a yacht involves navigating a complex web of international maritime law, regional VAT regulation and employment compliance. We deliver specialized accounting, tax and administration solutions designed to protect your asset, optimize your tax position and keep your operations fully compliant.
Our specialized yachting services include:
Yacht Registration & Register maintenance
Complete management of Malta Flag registration, documentation and ongoing registry compliance to protect your ownership structure.
Maritime VAT Advisory
Expert tax guidance covering the VAT implications of purchasing, importing, chartering, operating and eventually selling your vessel across international waters.
Crew Registrations
Smooth onboarding and legal registration of international crew members in line with maritime regulations.
Crew Payroll solutions
Fully compliant crew payroll processing including social security and employment contract administration.
Who We Work With
We work with a select range of local and international clients who require structured, reliable support in Malta across corporate, fiduciary, and administrative matters. We service businesses and individuals operating in a wide variety of sectors.
Company formation, registered office and corporate administration, so you can establish your presence and hit the ground running.
Group structuring, shareholding arrangements and board composition designed to be clear, efficient and fit for purpose.
Discreet trustee, nominee and asset-holding arrangements, designed for confidentiality and long-term stability.
Structures built for clarity and efficiency, supported by practical tax structuring and cross-border advisory.
Residency applications and relocation assistance, aligned with how your business is set up in Malta.
The Benefits of Working with CMS Corporate
Working with CMS Corporate means having a dedicated partner across every layer of your business. We bring together financial, corporate, and fiduciary expertise under one roof, helping you stay organised, compliant, and focused on growth. Our role is to simplify the complex, reduce friction, and provide the insights you need to take calculated steps forward.
A single point of support for all that your business needs.
We tailor our services to your needs and take pride in working closely with our clients to tackle issues head-on, together.
We ensure your business stays organised and on track.
Our guidance is grounded in real business thinking, tailored to your objectives and decisions.
We provide fully-fledged financial reporting and ensure you’re fully aligned with regulatory requirements at all times.
Client Review
“Working with Summa has been a seamless experience. The team is approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us grow. They’ve made what can be a challenging process feel straightforward and well-managed throughout.”
Insights
Explore our latest insights and perspectives on corporate, fiduciary, audit and tax matters in Malta.
We believe the best results come from collaborating with passionate people. Whether you have a vision or need guidance, we’re here to help transform challenges into opportunities. Let’s start the conversation and bring your aspirations to life!