Voluntary liquidations allow organisations to wind up inactive or surplus entities effectively, helping to achieve an optimal corporate structure. Whether as part of group restructuring or to reduce unnecessary administrative burdens, BDO’s outsourcing team provides expert guidance and support, ensuring the liquidation process is efficient and fully compliant with Maltese regulations. 
 

Our Voluntary Liquidation Services 

BDO offers detailed assistance at every stage of the voluntary liquidation process. Our team can help with: 

Group Restructuring

• Assessing your current group structure to identify unnecessary or surplus entities for liquidation. 

• Recommending steps to optimise your organisation’s structure while maintaining regulatory compliance. 

• Aligning the liquidation process with your strategic business goals.

 

Appointment of Liquidators or Scheme Auditors

• Assisting in the selection and appointment of qualified liquidators or scheme auditors as required by law
• Liaising with key stakeholders to ensure the liquidation is handled by experienced professionals.

 

Regulatory Filings and Compliance

• Preparing all necessary documentation, including resolutions, statutory declarations, and liquidators’ reports. 

• Submitting required filings to the Malta Business Registry (MBR) and ensuring tax clearance from the Maltese tax authorities. 

• Managing the legal and financial steps necessary to close the entities in line with Maltese corporate law. 
   

 

Who Can Benefit from These Services? 

Voluntary liquidation services are ideal for: 

• Organisations looking to remove inactive or dormant entities from their group structure. 

• Businesses seeking to reduce administrative and operational costs by closing surplus entities. 

• Groups undergoing restructuring and consolidation to align with their strategic objectives. 

 

The Voluntary Liquidation Process with BDO 

Initial Consultation and Assessment

• Our team conducts a detailed review of your corporate structure to identify entities suitable for liquidation
• We provide a roadmap outlining the steps necessary to complete the process.

Planning and Documentation

• Assistance with drafting shareholder resolutions, declarations of solvency, and other statutory documents
• Guidance on meeting legal obligations and ensuring that all stakeholders are informed.

Execution

• Appointment of the liquidator or scheme auditor and coordination of their activities. 
• Management of inter-company transactions and obligations prior to liquidation.
• Filing all required documents with the MBR and securing tax clearance certificates. 

Finalisation

• Ensuring all legal and financial requirements are completed for the dissolution of the company. 

• Delivery of final documentation confirming the entity has been officially wound up. 

 

Why Work with BDO Malta? 

BDO offers the expertise and resources necessary to simplify the process of voluntary liquidation. Here's how we make a difference: 

• Local Expertise: Our knowledge of Maltese regulations ensures that your liquidation process adheres to all legal and tax requirements. 

• Tailored Solutions: We adapt our services to suit your specific circumstances, whether it’s a single entity liquidation or part of a broader restructuring effort. 

• End-to-End Support: From the planning stage to the final closure of the entity, we provide guidance at every step of the process.