DFK Malta

History and Foundation

DFK Malta was founded in February 1990 as Farrugia, Farrugia & Co., a traditional accounting and auditing firm serving local businesses. The firm’s name reflects the founding Farrugia family, whose members have remained at the helm through its evolution. In April 1993, the practice joined DFK International as a correspondent firm and later graduated to full membership, aligning itself with one of the world’s largest associations of independent accounting and business advisory firms. This affiliation allowed DFK Malta to offer clients international expertise while retaining its independent, locally rooted identity.

Over three decades, the firm expanded its service lines beyond core audit and tax to include corporate advisory, fiduciary services, media advisory, and strategic marketing planning. It also adopted a group structure, incorporating three separate limited liability companies to comply with Maltese regulatory requirements:

- DFK Malta Audit Limited – authorised as an audit firm by the Accountancy Board. - DFK Malta Tax & Consultancy Limited – authorised as an accountancy firm by the Accountancy Board. - DFK Malta Corporate Services Limited – authorised to act as a mandatory in holding securities/immovable property and to provide company services, regulated by the Malta Financial Services Authority.

Services and Products

DFK Malta’s service portfolio is structured around the following key offerings:

| Service Line | Description | |--------------|-------------| | Audit & Assurance | Statutory audits, regulatory compliance reviews, and financial statement assurance. | | Tax Services | Corporate and personal tax planning, VAT advice and registration, international tax structuring, and tax dispute resolution. | | Business Advisory | Strategic consulting, risk management, process improvement, and financial due diligence. | | Corporate Advisory & Support | Company formation, restructuring, mergers & acquisitions support, and corporate governance. | | Residence Advisory | Guidance on Maltese residence and citizenship programmes, including tax implications. | | Fiduciary Services | Trust administration, nominee services, and asset holding structures. | | Liquidation & Dissolution | Winding-up of companies, solvent and insolvent liquidations, and deregistration. | | Media Advisory | Consulting for media and entertainment sector businesses, including regulatory compliance. | | Strategic Marketing Planning | Market entry strategies, brand positioning, and digital marketing counsel. | | SaaS & AI Solutions | Implementation support for accounting software and artificial intelligence tools, including the first 12 months’ subscription under eligible EU funding schemes. |

International Network

As a member firm of DFK International, DFK Malta benefits from shared expertise across 200+ member offices in 90 countries. This network enables the firm to handle cross-border assignments, multi-jurisdictional tax matters, and international audit standards efficiently. The firm frequently collaborates with other DFK member firms to serve clients expanding into or out of Malta.

Recent Initiatives and Market Presence

DFK Malta maintains an active public profile through its blog and social media channels, where it publishes analyses of Malta’s annual budget, EU funding opportunities, and regulatory changes. In 2025, the firm highlighted the extension of several Business Enhancement Schemes until December 2026, assisting clients in accessing tax credits, cash grants, and subsidies. The firm also offers software implementation services that qualify for EU aid, reflecting its commitment to digital transformation.

The company’s workforce of 45 professionals is described as passionate, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and continuous professional development. The firm promotes a collaborative culture and invests in training to keep staff current with evolving regulations and technologies.

Regulatory and Licensing

DFK Malta operates under the oversight of multiple Maltese authorities. Its audit arm is licensed by the Accountancy Board, its tax and consultancy arm is also authorised by the Accountancy Board, and its corporate services arm is regulated by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) for mandatory and company service activities. This multi-licence structure ensures the firm can offer a fully compliant range of financial services.