True leaders make it a point that their staff is recognized and rewarded for their performance. They also ensure business integrity, honesty, and, most importantly, respect for clients as well as partners. Roderick Cutajar is one such leader who drives his success through continuous improvement, strategic leadership, and family involvement in his businesses. His proactive approach to staff training and motivation ensures exceptional customer care.
Active memberships in professional organizations like the Investment Migration Council and the Malta Institute of Management keep him updated and connected. His experience in setting up the Malta Residency Visa Agency and managing extensive travel to meet high-net-worth individuals equips him with the skills and knowledge to navigate the competitive landscape. Balancing professional and personal commitments, Roderick remains committed to excellence and growth.
His journey in the private sector has been defined by significant milestones. In 2016, Roderick was entrusted by the Government of Malta to establish an agency to promote Malta’s Residency Visa Programme, later rebranded as Malta’s Permanent Residency Programme, on a global scale. Despite the demanding travel involved, Roderick and his dedicated team achieved remarkable success, attracting over 1,200 applications in a short time and establishing a robust foundation that has since seen more than 5,000 applications. Malta’s Permanent Residency Programme allows beneficiaries indefinite residency in Malta/Europe and six months visa free access into the Schengen Zone.
Transitioning back to the private sector in January 2019, Roderick channelled his expertise into founding his current ventures. immVest International Limited, recognized with license AKM-IMMV, has become renowned internationally for its specialization in residency and citizenship by investment, handling numerous successful cases with a focus on Malta’s local residency and residency to citizenship programmes, the latter the only programme providing European Citizenship within a period of 12 -15 months.
Integral to these ventures is Roderick’s family, with his son Dr. Aidan Cutajar overseeing legal compliance and quality standards, his daughter Michela managing real estate transactions and HR, and his wife Margaret handling office administration. Their involvement underscores the collaborative ethos that drives the company forward.
Roderick’s active memberships in the Investment Migration Council and the Malta Institute of Management have further enriched his journey. As a Fellow and Certified Member of the IMC, he is deeply engaged in the global immigration and investment community. Meanwhile, his association with the Malta Institute of Management provides invaluable networking opportunities among peers in business leadership.
Under Roderick’s leadership, immVest International Limited, immVest Properties Limited and Gallant Management Consultancy Limited have earned a reputation for superiority, driven by a vow to exceptional customer service, integrity, and continuous improvement. His extensive experience in the immigration sector, coupled with insights gained from global travels, has equipped him to handle high-profile cases with discretion and care. His journey exemplifies not only business growth but also a steadfast dedication to making a positive impact through his work, viewing his role at immVest as a mission to provide unparalleled opportunities for his clients.
A Leading Agency in Residency and Citizenship by Investment
As remarked in the precedent paragraphs, immVest is an accredited company approved by Komunita’ Malta, the government authority responsible for reviewing and approving such licenses. Given that the Company’s CEO has himself set up a successful Residency by Investment Agency from scratch and managed the same agency for a period of three years for the government of Malta, he acquiredw the respect and trust of investors, high and ultra-high net individuals globally. immVest is a total solution provider.
Roderick’s family is integral to the successful operations of the business. His son, Dr. Aidan Cutajar, handles all legal requirements, including the monitoring and coordination of investors applying for residency or citizenship programs. He ensures legal compliance and maintains high-quality standards. Furthermore, he is also involved in the applicant’s due diligence procedures. Roderick’s daughter, Michela, manages real estate transactions, assisting investors with their property needs. Michela handles the HR part of the business. His wife, Margaret, oversees all office administration and setup and VIPs Concierge Services, making it a true family business. Additionally, immVest boasts a team of great, loyal, and passionate staff members who are considered part of the extended family.
Malta’s Permanent Residency Programme & Residency to Citizenship Programme Benefits
According to Roderick Cutajar, different nationalities apply for Malta’s Programmes. Recently there was an increase of US nationals applying for citizenship or the residency programme.
Malta’s Residency to Citizenship programmes provides beneficiaries:
-The right to live, work, study, and retire in any country within the EU
-Visa-free travel to 186 countries
-Access to high-quality healthcare and education
-A transparent and robust financial infrastructure
-A long-standing, solid citizenship by investment program
-Residency processing of only 4 weeks
-Citizenship eligibility after only 12 months
-No Maltese language requirement
-English as a national language
-Dual citizenship is allowed
-Access to free healthcare in the EU
-A better quality of life in a sunny and warm climate
-Personal security and the freedom associated with dual citizenship
-The right to operate a business and work in the EU
-The opportunity to benefit from Maltese tax residency
-Applicants are not required to continuously live in Malta before or after citizenship approval
-No world-wide tax on income
-Membership in the EU since 2004 and the Schengen Area since 2007.
As for the Malta Permanent Residency Programme, beneficiaries will:
-Stay or settle indefinitely in Malta;
-Six months visa free travel into the Schengen area;
-Government fee, donation and renting of property only after approval except for the first €10,000;
-Four generations of family members can apply;
-Flexibility to rent or purchase property;
-After five years, no minimum requirements for renting or purchasing property;
-Processing time – seven to eight months;
-Processing of applications carried out through immVest International as an approved accredited agent;
-Application/Government fees one of the lowest;
-Programme is based on a robust legal framework.
Building Success Through Integrity
Roderick is a person of the greatest integrity and still believes that a handshake is a commitment between two parties. He maintains active memberships with both the Investment Migration Council (IMC) and the Malta Institute of Management. The IMC is regarded as the ‘home’ for professionals in the immigration by investment business. Roderick is a Fellow and a Certified Member of the IMC, a status reserved for those who have been professional members for at least five consecutive years and have over ten years of working experience, including three years at a senior level. The IMC is led by a highly competent group of individuals.
The Malta Institute of Management is a focal point for professionals in management and other business sectors. It is the premier professional body representing managers and business leaders in Malta, providing an excellent platform for networking and meeting other leaders.
Building a brand reputation is a gradual process that requires significant effort from the entire team. At immVest, everyone, regardless of their role or function, contributes to the success of the business. The company’s objective is to provide an exceptional customer experience and value for money while nurturing healthy business relationships with partners. Effective communication and dialogue with both internal and external stakeholders are essential. immVest’s core values include business integrity, honesty, and respect towards clients and partners, which are practiced diligently by the entire team.
Cultivating a Culture of Continuous Improvement and Leadership
Ensuring recurrent staff training is crucial, and fostering a motivated team that consistently exceeds customer-care expectations is a priority at immVest International Limited. The company cultivates a culture of continuous improvement and positivity, ensuring all staff members are recognized and rewarded for their performance. This approach enhances workplace well-being and fosters a passion that resonates with clients and partners alike.
The challenge of establishing a government entity from inception was formidable. However, Roderick Cutajar’s background in human resources management proved invaluable in assuming the CEO role effectively. His tenure in the immigration and investment sector provided opportunities to acquire new skills, learn from established professionals in the field, and gain insights into global market programs. This accumulated knowledge has been pivotal in guiding new initiatives and directions for the company.
Navigating Global Networks
Travel is an essential aspect of Roderick’s role as CEO. This requirement has honed his ability to adapt to diverse cultural backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of earning trust and respect from hosts to achieve success. Meeting VIPs and VVIPs is a rewarding experience, where careful handling, diligence, and discretion are paramount in managing their cases effectively.
The synergies between both companies’ services complement each other well. For applicants seeking Malta’s residency or citizenship through investment programs, property acquisition is a prerequisite. Roderick’s companies facilitate this process, offering comprehensive support tailored to individual preferences. When clients visit Malta for biometrics or other requirements, they are provided with personalized tours of properties in Malta and Gozo, ensuring a seamless residency experience.
Directing the Demands of Immigration
Balancing personal and professional commitments has always posed challenges for Roderick. He acknowledges that running a business requires constant 24/7 dedication, yet he strives to carve out quality time for his family. Roderick deeply values the unwavering support of his loving wife and family, which has been instrumental in navigating the demanding nature of the immigration by investment industry, particularly when dealing with VVIPs.
Despite the industry’s complexities and occasional opposition in forums, Roderick remains committed to the belief that immigration by investment is pivotal for economic growth and prosperity. He sees it as a means to offer beneficiaries and their families enhanced opportunities in education, healthcare, investments, and overall quality of life. At ‘immVest,’ Roderick and his team view their work not merely as a job but as a dedicated mission to be pursued with utmost sincerity and dedication.
Roderick and his team continues to support investors and families to settling, setting up or operating in Malta.
Awards and Accolades:
- Uglobal Top 10 Global Migration Companies 2022: Uglobal, a renowned events and publisher focused on the immigration by investment business, has recognized immVest International Limited Malta as one of the top 10 leaders in the residency and citizenship by investment business.
- Uglobal Top 10 Global Migration Companies 2023: For the second consecutive year, immVest International was awarded this prestigious award.
Companies achieving the above awards are evaluated on the basis of the industry experience, company and customer-care performance, track record and brand reputation.
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Email: roderick.cutajar@immvest.com | Mobile +356 79634496
