Hi all
Thanks so much for all of your wonderful insights into the Beautiful place that is Malta. I was on the island a couple of weeks ago and fell in love. A bit knee jerk, as soon as I hit UK soil I started thinking about moving over with my husband and three kids. We currently live in London, in jobs we hate, and I have a spinal condition which is horribly affected by the cold. Needless to say, I had minimal pain whilst on the island, and the thought of being able to live, pain free in such a beautiful setting is absolutely exhilirating, if a little scary.
I have been applying for jobs, and have two skype calls booked for Monday. Im really just trying to get an idea of what the appetite for my skills is out there. I work within HR and Corporate responsibility at the moment, within the construction sector.
My kids are 16, 6 & 2 so I would need schools, kinder and possibly 6th form that were English speaking, and would need to find out about child minders as I have read that the school holiday lasts a whole 3 months. Does anybody know the school hours please?
Also, could somebody confirm the tax situation? I have read lots about residency but its a little confusing. Am I right in thinking that for the first six months I would pay higher tax? Is there any work around for this? And would I be able to be classed as a disabled person for tax purposes or is this subject to an application process?
I am currently the main provider in our home and my husband would probably look for work in hospitality or factory work (I.e unskilled). Am I being absolutely crazy even considering leaving my whole life in London behind?
We dont own property here and have no family, and the thought of a completely new start is really tempting.
If anyone can provide any insight, I would be truly grateful.
Thanks in advance,
Lucille