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// Regulation · Jun 2026

MBR to house COOPs

The Malta Business Registry will now be responsible for housing and managing the registry for Cooperatives. This integration aims to centralise corporate services and provide a unified administrative platform.

The MBR has announced a shift toward centralisation by integrating the registry of Cooperatives (COOPs) into its administrative infrastructure. This move is intended to unify corporate registry functions under a single authority.

By housing COOPs within the MBR, the registry aims to provide a more consistent regulatory framework and improved service standards for cooperative societies. This transition is part of ongoing efforts to modernise Malta's corporate registry services.

// What this means for your business
  • Unified registry services for different types of legal entities in Malta.
  • Potential changes in the administrative procedures for cooperative societies.
  • Easier access to information regarding cooperatives alongside other business types.
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