Derek
@DP4
English expat in Malta
Forum posts
143
About me
English
Lives in melleiha
Registration: 16 November 2015
Replacement of my Residence Permit Card by hubnera
It appears that to continue to obtain a replacement Permit Card issued before Brexit; Identita (Malta) Office will only accept emails covering photo copies of Bank Statements, the period (in my case) covering the years 2022 to 2026, They will NOT ...
I too, had my ARMS statements rejected, as I was told they could have been paid remotely from outside Malta.And only bank statements would do.With my BOV statements showing ATM withdrawals, local shop payments, etc.I have my uk pensions ... Read More
Replacement of my Residence Permit Card by hubnera
It appears that to continue to obtain a replacement Permit Card issued before Brexit; Identita (Malta) Office will only accept emails covering photo copies of Bank Statements, the period (in my case) covering the years 2022 to 2026, They will NOT ...
I had my residenadce card stolen abroad, & had to apply for a replacement, I too had to provide bank statements from.2021 to 2025, I'm with BOV & went to branch & they printed statements out for me Good luck. Read More
Relocation to Gozo by DanielBrg
Does anybody consider moving over to Gozo from Malta ? The traffic is too much on the main island of Malta
@Daniel Brg I've lived in mellieha for over 9 years, the traffic has always been a problem, to & from Gozo, and the ferry problems don't help, but that's life here, Read More
Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Malta by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Malta as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...
In my experiences when I've ordered stuff, I get an email from Malta post asking if I want to collect it from.a depot, or have it delivered to my address, Of you choose delivery an email is sent when it's going to be delivered, if your out a ... Read More
Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Malta by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Malta as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...
Yep...sounds about right... hopefully the posty leaves a note in the mailbox to collect at the postoffice. 🤞🏻 Read More
Nightlife scams in Malta? Looking for advice before I go by Antoine Ritard
Hi everyone,I’m heading to Malta in about 10 days for a vacation (and maybe to stay longer if I like it), and I’ve been reading quite a bit about the nightlife scene.One thing that keeps coming up is the issue with promoters selling fake ...
Take a look at "shows happening. comReliable site, & should have all the info you need. Read More
Maltese Citizenship by Descent - How long have you been waiting? by Jazzopaul
Hi All, I was hoping top use this thread to give people who have applied for Maltese Citizenship by descent a place to post their experiences, and in particular how long you have been waiting since you first applied, or how long it took you to ...
If you look at the original post it was in 2023Just to give you some idea of how long these processes take in Malta, Notice CLV didn't reply after 2923.Good luck Read More
How to Deal With Medication Prescriptions by edcampanaro
We are soon to be moving to Malta (from the US), and curious how others have gone about having prescriptions for medications handled. Thanks community in advance for any advice/tips you may have
Usually €10- €20 Doctors charge, + prescription costs. Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
Your replying to a post 5 years ago. Read More
Moving household goods to Malta by Pandorak
I am planning on moving to Malta from the UK.I am an EU citizen so don't require a visa for entry, but can anyone advice what paperwork is required to move my household goods to Malta from the UK.I have a friend with a van, so don't plan to use a ...
Drove to Malta from the UK in 2017 ( before brexit), with my belongings, no problem through France or Italy, luckily I had bought an apartment here before, things different now after Brexit, look.at Malta.gov.mt for info.Good luck. Read More
Costs for non-EU citizens who wish to live in Malta.. by keithbarry
I've been wondering what anyone thinks about the exraordinary costs now required by the Maltese Government iff non-EU Citizend want to live in the Maltese Islands..I might mention: 'especially those from the UK. We used to have a 'special ...
Keithbarry Read More
Costs for non-EU citizens who wish to live in Malta.. by keithbarry
I've been wondering what anyone thinks about the exraordinary costs now required by the Maltese Government iff non-EU Citizend want to live in the Maltese Islands..I might mention: 'especially those from the UK. We used to have a 'special ...
It seems you have a low opinion of Malta & it's people ? I wonder why you want to live here? Read More
Do pensioners from UK have to pay Tax on their Pension in Malta ? by mikesalt058
Hello everyone, Can you tell me please do pensioners from UK have to pay Tax on their Pension in Malta ?Mike
I have my uk private & state pensions converted into euro & paid into my maltese bank account , I have registered in Malta for tax, as I live here permanently & each year visit the tax offices where my tax amount is assessed & ... Read More
UK Car in Malta by marsascala247
I have relocated from the UK March 2024 , brought my own car to Malta and taking advantage of the exemption from registration tax . I will keep the car for the 2 years as the rules state . If I sell the car here after the 2 years will the ...
I bought my car from the UK 7 years ago and the agreement was to qualify for the exemption of registration tax you had to prove you had owned the car for 2 years in the UK? & if you sell the car the tax is to be paid unless you scrap it. Read More
Where to live on Malta? by Ellis Liam
I‘m currently in the process of applying for a job. The company is in Mosta. I have stayed in Valletta, Floriana and Qawra and generally liked it everywhere.I‘m wondering, where would you say makes sense to live, when working in Mosta ...
Volcano is right 45 min if you are lucky.Living further afield buses are very crowded peak times , & if full drive past your stop. There is no easy commuting in Malta. Good luck. Read More
Romance Scam Perpetrator in Cospicua & Rabat! Beware! by malta2500
Hello,I'm looking to try and post the below in any Malta groups that I can... we are desperate at this point and hoping I can post in this group.Someone I know is being taken advantage of by a man named Tommy (about 65 years old) who lives in ...
And go to the Police. Read More
Water bill by Gooner75
Hi just a quick question how much are people paying for their water consumption in an average two months? Ours seems quite high and we really don't use a lot of water. Thanks in advance
Have you contacted ARMS ? asking them to investigate? Read More
Tax return for non dom by Leamcon
I've done a lot of googling but still not clear to me how to complete my first tax return. Maybe someone can advise who has been through the same process?. Here the issues:-I am an EU non Maltese citizen-I became tax resident during 2023 year under ...
If you phone the tax office (153), you can ask for a 1 to 1 meeting with 1 of their advisors, I sugest you ask for a local office rather than the main 1 in Floriana, ( as its very noisy). Read More
Importing EU registered car by gareth24
I have posted about this before and do so again as I am hearing so many different variations of what you can do. 12 months ago I plugged my Toyota details (registered in another EU Country) into the importing website and the tax was 14,000 euros, an ...
I drove here from the uk before Brexit, looking at the import website said I wouldhave to pay €1800 , unless I could prove I had owned the car in the UK for minimum of 2years. I took relevant documents to the VAT offices in Malta, and did ... Read More
Working for a UK company (living in the UK) and German company remote by GuestPoster0901
Hello guys,i am German citizen and working for a German authority. Got accepted now for a job in the UK for a UK authority. Moving to the UK in October and working there 100% (full time). My current employer asked me if I will still working for them ...
Not sure why this is coming up on Expats Malta? Read More
Medical insurance required for economic self s6 by Pandorak
I gather that one of the requirements for the self sufficiency status is medical insurance. I have some questions about this:1) Are there any particular insurance companies in Malta that sell this type of insurance?2) What does this insurance ...
@GozoMo But....where in his / her post does it say they come from Greece ???? Read More
Medical insurance required for economic self s6 by Pandorak
I gather that one of the requirements for the self sufficiency status is medical insurance. I have some questions about this:1) Are there any particular insurance companies in Malta that sell this type of insurance?2) What does this insurance ...
@GozoMo Am I missing something here ?????Where does the Greece thing come from ???? Read More
Medical insurance required for economic self s6 by Pandorak
I gather that one of the requirements for the self sufficiency status is medical insurance. I have some questions about this:1) Are there any particular insurance companies in Malta that sell this type of insurance?2) What does this insurance ...
I came here pre Brexit, self sufficiency, over 60, no insurance, got my health certificate, and have had a hip replacement operation mri scan, xrays,etc.And a foot operation, without any costs ... Read More
Kids with a little English by FamFatnass!
Hi, we want to move to Malta in early 2022. Now I am afraid that my girls will have language problems. They will be 12 1/2 and 11 and only speak a little school English and of course zero Maltese (fluent German and good French won't help them ...
This post was posed in 2021. ??? Read More
The importance of local language in Malta by Cheryl
Hey everyone, As an expat, language questions often arise due to the need to communicate effectively in a new country. We’re curious to read your experiences with learning and using the local language in Malta. Here are some questions to get ...
I agree with Arthuros , if you live in a country , you should try to learn some of the basic language, Just polite daily words,out of respect. I'm English &l live in Malta, & yes... everyone speaks English, but, I always offer my ... Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo) by keithbarry
I am retired and currently receiving 2 pensions in the UK. If I come to live on Gozo will I need to pay tax locally or carry on as I am, paying tax in the UK?Thanks,Keith
FOxg10ve... then you must be using a UK address for your UK bank account ???? Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo) by keithbarry
I am retired and currently receiving 2 pensions in the UK. If I come to live on Gozo will I need to pay tax locally or carry on as I am, paying tax in the UK?Thanks,Keith
The person is receiving 2 UK pensions , presumably being paid into a BANK ACCOUNT, either in the UK or Malta ? & is enquiing where the tax should be paid ???? Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo) by keithbarry
I am retired and currently receiving 2 pensions in the UK. If I come to live on Gozo will I need to pay tax locally or carry on as I am, paying tax in the UK?Thanks,Keith
If you are a non resident in the UK you can open a" Buisness Bank Account " in the UK, at any central bank. Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo) by keithbarry
I am retired and currently receiving 2 pensions in the UK. If I come to live on Gozo will I need to pay tax locally or carry on as I am, paying tax in the UK?Thanks,Keith
If you have your pensions paid in GBP into an UK bank , you need to have a UK address, it can get complicated if you don't have one . Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo)
Cojeamiran....???? What has this to do with pensions & retirement ?????????? Read More
Retirement to Malta (Gozo) by keithbarry
I am retired and currently receiving 2 pensions in the UK. If I come to live on Gozo will I need to pay tax locally or carry on as I am, paying tax in the UK?Thanks,Keith
I moved to Malta 6 years ago , retired with my 2 UK pensions being converted into euros & credited to my maltese bank account ,and pay my tax here I'm Malta , if you pay uk tax you can ask for duel taxation agreement. Read More
Help me to choose Android box by damnet
Dear FriensI'm looking to buy an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general consensus what the best ...
Try TVMUCHO, costs approx €48 pa. Gets alUK tv normal stations for people living outside the UK., Read More
Pension change of bank details by Gooner75
Hi just wondered if anyone on this forum is from the UK with a British state pension and has changed their bank details that their pension is paid into recently? What was the process? Thanks.
Hi Gooner, It's GOV.UK then international pension center. Read More
Pension change of bank details by Gooner75
Hi just wondered if anyone on this forum is from the UK with a British state pension and has changed their bank details that their pension is paid into recently? What was the process? Thanks.
Hi Gooner75I 1st went on line then sent my requirements in writing Good luck., Read More
Pension change of bank details by Gooner75
Hi just wondered if anyone on this forum is from the UK with a British state pension and has changed their bank details that their pension is paid into recently? What was the process? Thanks.
I did it before Brexit, having my UK pension paid into my BOV account, as fusspot says just give department of pensions your Malta bank details. Read More
Driving to Malta from mainland Europe by blackcatsrunfast
Hello peopleHappy New Year to everyone!On the 25th of January I will leave Belgium and go to Malta by car.I already know I must take a ferry from mainland Italy to Sicily, then another ferry from Sicily to Malta.Where should I take the ferry in ...
Genoa to Palermo best 21 hours , nice ship.Pozzallo to Valletta 1.1/2 hours. Sicily ferry cheaper than malta ferry,Done the journey, enjoy . Read More
Renewing a British Passport in Malta by Trinilang
Hello Everyone!I'm a retired British citizen with 10-year post-Brexit residency in Malta. I have just realised that my GB Passport is about to expire. Is it possible to renew one's passport personally here in Malta?Or is it necessary to send my ...
And if your visiting any EU country , if you use your UK passport wirh your Malta residency card together you can use the EU members sections . Read More
Renewing a British Passport in Malta by Trinilang
Hello Everyone!I'm a retired British citizen with 10-year post-Brexit residency in Malta. I have just realised that my GB Passport is about to expire. Is it possible to renew one's passport personally here in Malta?Or is it necessary to send my ...
HIRenewed mine on line ( it's the digital photo that took awhile), you have to send back your old passport, but all is explained on their website. Read More
Residence permit and Immigration Appeals Board Problem by e_francis046
Hi everyone, I applied for my residence permit but after a few months I received a letter from Identity Malta that my application has been withdrawn and refused. So my employer did some appeals to the IMMIGRATION APPEALS BOARD. I was confused ...
See Foxg10ve's reply.... Read More
Help me to choose Android box by damnet
Dear FriensI'm looking to buy an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general consensus what the best ...
Dammeter. The shop maltadeals4u, sell different types of android boxes, & give advice on what to download got mine €100, now get games and all TV stations ( no other costs ). Read More
Help me to choose Android box by damnet
Dear FriensI'm looking to buy an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general consensus what the best ...
Try " Maltadeals4u.com"Based in Gzira. Read More
Driving across Europe from Uk to Malta by ItsMrsGray
Hello, My husband and I moving to Malta em Feb and we are planning to drive there with our 2 years-old boy. We will obsviously stop for sightseeing and we think will be impossible to do it straight with a toddler.... Has anyone done this trip ...
Your replying to a message sent in 2018, Read More
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Can a pre printed answer be posted every time a job request is posted ??? Read More
Best place in Europe move to for Permaculture? by CuriousFatality
Hello there ladies and gentlemen! Me and my partner are currently in the process of saving up to buy land inorder to start a homestead/permaculture farm. The question is, where should we go? At the moment we live in the UK (I'm from Poland ...
It was posted9th February 2020. ?? Read More
Santa Maria Estate Mellieha by biancajuba
Hi, we are planning to relocate to Malta soon. We have been to Malta several times, but haven't seen Mellieha. Now we are considering renting a property in Santa maria estate. My Question is: how is the area there? Is it close to supermarkets, ...
Yes there are parks in.mellieha 1 opposite valyou's supermarket, a smaller 1 by cross keys restaurant., there's a gym plenty of history sites, great beach, & buses to Valletta & beyond. Read More
importing a car from UK post Brexit by dennisp99
I appreciate that there is a separate thread currently doing the rounds on importing a car but that relates to a left hand drive car from another EU country and I don't want to piggy back on that. I am hoping to get residency in the fairly ...
So, if you can prove you have owned the car in the UK for a minimum of 2years then you can be exempt of the import tax. And if you can prove that you have owned the car in Malta for a minimum of 2 years you don't have to repay this ... Read More
importing a car from UK post Brexit by dennisp99
I appreciate that there is a separate thread currently doing the rounds on importing a car but that relates to a left hand drive car from another EU country and I don't want to piggy back on that. I am hoping to get residency in the fairly ...
Thank you FOxgIOv some people JUST don't get it!!?? Poor SimCityAt 🤣😅😆 Read More
importing a car from UK post Brexit by dennisp99
I appreciate that there is a separate thread currently doing the rounds on importing a car but that relates to a left hand drive car from another EU country and I don't want to piggy back on that. I am hoping to get residency in the fairly ...
But , if you have had the car in Malta for more than 2 years , you don't have topay this tax.. but I brought my car here when the UK was still still in the EU. Read More
LEAVING Malta by Joana Silva54
Hi everyone, I am leaving Malta and I am not sure what I need to do before hand. I think I paid more tax in the beginning when I arrived and I am not sure if I am entitled to a tax return, how I can be sure of that? who can help me with this ...
Phone 153, & ask for appointment at an office near where you live. Its. easier than their main office , & I've always found them very helpful. Read More
Maltese citizenship via naturalisation by north8
Hi there, I've been doing my research on Maltese citizenship. Online sources tell me that after five years of legal residency I'll be eligible to apply. However, people have told me that the timeline is actually much longer, something in ...
I went to the Evans building thinking it was 4 years of permanent residence. & had my form completed ( with my sponsors), but as stated it is 5 years , you 1st have to email for an interview appointment, then after complete the form and ... Read More
Relocation by Ronijayne
Hi, Would welcome some honest advise to help in deciding if Malta is the right choice for us. We have been to Malta Many times and love the country. Husband has been in talks with a company keen to hire him based in Sliema (approached him out fo ...
I agree with Gozo Mo, don't take to much notice of the negative points ( no where is perfect ), some points Traffic jams are world wide in rush hours. Try Amazon Germany, for goods delivered. Food stores , we have Lidl stores with ... Read More
STEP-DOWN TRANSFORMERS by GuestPoster48701
Greetings everyone, Hope you're all doing well, whilst staying virus-free! FYI, we recently relocated to the island of Malta, from Florida, USA. We bought a few stepdown transformers, in order to accommodate the difference between our 110 ...
It's not that simple , you need to calculate the power demand of the load, then there is the volt-drop you have to take into consideration. & provide earthing , to determine the cable size, I taught electrical installations in the UK. ... Read More
STEP-DOWN TRANSFORMERS by GuestPoster48701
Greetings everyone, Hope you're all doing well, whilst staying virus-free! FYI, we recently relocated to the island of Malta, from Florida, USA. We bought a few stepdown transformers, in order to accommodate the difference between our 110 ...
Hi, the 230v/ 110v yellow box transformers have different socket / plug connections, as they are designed for industrial use. Your'l need a domestic connection ,so as stated Amazon are probably your best bet . Read More
Moving to malta. by Tillstone20
Hi. We are considering moving to Malta. We will be looking to work when we get there and are looking for as much advise as possible to the process. We will be renting at first so would like to know best areas to be looking near the coast. We will ...
Good Luck, jobs here are not easy to find, & as stated wages are low ( ave 5 euros p,h), renting is expensive , especially near the sea. In summer , dogs are not welcomed on beaches, then there's residency, health care, & taxes. Read More
ID Malta residency by Gooner75
Currently waiting on my letter to go and collect my ID card... My Mum and Dad received theirs last week? Wouldn't they normally all be sent together? Or have other people received theirs at different times? Thanks in advance, Leigh.
I got an email from ID Malta saying they are doing the cards which are due to expire 1st. & it takes a long time ( quote from ID Malts ). Be patient & wait for your collection letter. Read More
Hilltop Hotel Mellieha by Malc1969
Hello :) Can anybody help me. I stayed in this hotel but am aware it closed. Does anyone know where it’s upto refurb wise? Or suggest any alternatives with a similar view. Many Thanks -Malc
Never heard of it !!! Sorry. Read More
Hilltop Hotel Mellieha by Malc1969
Hello :) Can anybody help me. I stayed in this hotel but am aware it closed. Does anyone know where it’s upto refurb wise? Or suggest any alternatives with a similar view. Many Thanks -Malc
Hi Malc Some of the hotels in mellieha are closed at the moment, eg ,Pergola, solana is open as is the maritim , & doing some good deals at the moment. Read More
utility bills by dennisp99
How often are electricity and water bills issued? I am renting a property and the lease requires that I pay the landlords €80 a month on top of rent. I would rather deal direct with the supply company. How common is that? Advice please.
There's an ARMS app you can download, and do your own meter readings, and view Bill's, once downloaded might be worth paying ARMS a visit, to clarify things ( wouldn't recommend phoning ). Read More
UK Residents - Ten Year Residency Status by BlueOctupus
Hi, Back in late June on the ID Malta website it stated that their working arrangements were returning to normal. Also for UK residents the following was stated : "The process of issuing new residency documents to UK nationals residing ...
I went the 1st day it opened, got there about 12ish, left at 5:30, good luck , Read More
Schedule v form by Gooner75
Hi guys, Does anyone know about the schedule V form and receiving free medication for UK pensioners please? I know you have to get an appt with a Doctor at Mater Dei but then what happens. Thanks in advance, Leigh.
My advice Adrian Go there in person , emails never get answered, arrive early, & be prepared to be there a long time. I've done it myself. Good luck. Read More
Application for residency after Brexit stalled? by MaltaCommando
Hello, my father which is a british national and resident here in Malta applied for the new residency post-brexit when he was told to do so, about in February. From then on, we haven't received any communication. It was said that everything ...
I also applied when the office 1st opened in person, taken my photo & fingerprints, along with documentation, and I haven't heard anything yet. But, this is Malta. It'll get here sometime. 😊 Read More
Mobile Phone by JWH145
Last question, I want to transfer my mobile number to use in Malta, I have had the same mobile number for 18 years so don't want to lose it. At the minute I have a contract with BT with unlimited minutes, texts, 25GB of data for £20 a ...
I have my UK number with EE, & my Malta number with Vodafone (mix500), good deal get a dual sim phone and use can use both on 1 phone. Read More
Seeking opinions from Londoners that live in Malta by Misslv
I would like to ask those of you who came over from London or the UK how did you adapt to life in Malta. I arrived just a month ago and these are the major disparities that I find in the way of living and that I am finding “hard” to ...
I lived in London all my life, before moving to Essex, now been in Malta 21/2years, get the tallinja app, you then have all the bus times from any stop. Get the farmers products cheaper than the supermarket &much better quality, and just chill ... Read More
derelict car notice by MamLam
Hi All, I got a 'this car is being considered as derelict and will be impounded in 8 days' notice on my car the other day and I don't understand why (there is no number to contact). (refers to 8A in this law ...
Suggest you go to malta transport in person. Take all documents with you. Get there early as long queues. Read More
Moped in Malta? by LissiJayne
Hi, I have made the decision to move to Malta so I am now thinking about my every day life there. In the UK I have a moped which I used to ride every day to work until May this year when I passed my car test and started to drive a car instead. I ...
Hi I moved to Malta about 18 months ago.driving my car from the UK. Now changed its paperwork to maltese The driving here can be breathtaken. You need to concentrate all the time. I would say use the car rather than the bike. Read More
Importing a classic/vintage car from EU by nickwong
Hello, I am shipping my much-loved 1977 MG BGT to Malta having just moved from UK in January 2018. My understanding of the paperwork required is this: (I've copied these steps below in case they help another member importing a classic ...
Don't have a vintage car but drove mine here from the UK Re: exampt registration tax. Best to visit the VAT office. Must show everdence of having the car in the UK for more than the 2 yrs. Good luck. Read More
Bathroom power outlets by niccarey
Doing some bathroom renovations. There is already a washing machine in the bathroom but I want to add a vanity unit for my wife with power outlets (hair dryers and stuff). builder says power in bathrooms not allowed in Malta. i said what about using ...
It's an RCD to trip out. But you still cannot put socket outlets in a bathroom. Or a light switch.it has to a pull cord type or outside the bathroom.this from an electrical installation lecturer for 25 yrs. Read More
Car insurance? by jools182
I am travelling to Malta this month from the UK to start a new job It will be on a 6 month basis, after each 6 months I will have a review to see if my contract will be renewed for the following 6 months I am driving down in my car. I have only ...
You need to be able to prove that you have had the car in the UK for min 2yrs. Then visit the VAT building. It can take awhile Read More
Moved to Malta September. by Red wine please?
Hello , we are from Southampton, England and my husband and I took early retirement and sold up and here we are living in Xemxija. Bit of a slog getting residency card , getting a bank account and getting car on the road, but we can relax a bit now ...
Yeah. What bar? & lunch times or evening. Moved here in match from UK. Bought place in melleiha. Like you now sorted out car, cards, bank , etc Read More
Driving back to UK with small dog by BeverleyB
Hi, We're having to drive back to the UK, with our small dog in February next year. Has anyone done this recently? I read that we still have to do the journey within 5 days of the dog having his tapeworm treatment. We were thinking this time ...
Have a look at the web site hotels.com I used them when I drove from uk to Malta booking all hotels b4 I left & paid for. Just put hotel address in Sat nav & it took me there. Good luck. Read More
Driving from London to Malta
I did the journey from Essex earlier this year. Google "Direct Ferrys" booked mine from Genoa to Palermo then drove to pozzallo then catamaran to Vallarta. All booked through D F. Read More
Malta Residency and ID by Yokita
I arrived in Malta last week. Im a british citizen. What is the procedure to get residency and ID. Can I buy a car with my passport as ID. Any help please
Moved here in February. 1st you need the health card you get this at st lukes hospital. Just take your passport. Then take this+ all your paper work to the Evans building. Be prepared to wait. They will take a photo& issue a temp residency ... Read More
CAR FERRY FROM ITALY MAINLAND by Chalks1
:/ Hi everyone, I'm driving down from the UK in April and hope for a nice leisurely drive through France and Italy. I see that the shortest ferry route from Italy (mainland) to Sicily doesn't take cars. I'm sure there are plenty of ...
I did the ferry last February and only trucks can go onto Malta. All cars have to embark in Palermo Read More
How to get a Tallinja Card ??? by Knownowt
How do we get a Tallinja Card as we are both Retired. Thanks in Advance
The local council took my photo and helped fill in my tallinja card application form. Then I received it in the post as I'm over 60 Read More
How to get a Tallinja Card ??? by Knownowt
How do we get a Tallinja Card as we are both Retired. Thanks in Advance
Go to your local council, they will take your photo, you pay a small fee, & they post it to you. Read More
Swimming pool near mellieha
Most of the hotels will let you use their pool at a small charge,& there are a few in mellieha. Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
[large][b]Please try to avoid making irrelevant comments or going off topic as this is intended for information, rather than discussion. Anything irrelevant clutters the thread and the purpose is lost. I am happy to answer any questions or go into ...
Great Answer Laz2016, ive worked through the system, eg self-sufficiency,residence card,st likes hosp, nxt step when I get my UK state pension. Read More
uk bank account while living in malta by DP4
Has anyone else had problems having a uk bank account while permanently living in Malta,as I understand it you need a uk address to have an account, there is an international account available,but you need a balance of £25k with Barclays.
Hi Ray, the reason I decided on bov was that hsbc wanted me also to go to their main branch, bov didn't.cant remember the exact amount I opened my account with think it was around 5k euros good luck Read More
Best Android Box by reggietarrent
Dear Malta People I'm looking at getting an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general ...
Visit Malta deals 4 u in sliema 59 euros & its already loaded Read More
uk bank account while living in malta by DP4
Has anyone else had problems having a uk bank account while permanently living in Malta,as I understand it you need a uk address to have an account, there is an international account available,but you need a balance of £25k with Barclays.
I opened a bov account with my.uk passport,reference letter from Barclays (£10 for a few words) & my Malta address plus uk bank statements, had to notify bov when I got my residence card. & had no problems. Read More
How to save money in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Malta? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about saving ...
It's not that bad, transport is best by bus and cheap. Bread is Great value,lidl is a good supermarket to use. And beer and wine is cheap to help you get over the expensive things Read More
uk bank account while living in malta
Has anyone else had problems having a uk bank account while permanently living in Malta,as I understand it you need a uk address to have an account, there is an international account available,but you need a balance of £25k with Barclays. Read More
Single vs Three Phase Electricity - Difference by dzakarta
Hello everyone! Our bill arrived and using ARMS calculator I have confirmed that we are charged for the electricity based on a three phase consumption. We live in a duplex that got separated and we are only using the ground floor - the meter is ...
It's not the sort of thing you can find out yourself the electrical supplier determines which phase is allocated to each customer. Some electricians put tape around the supply phase, the old colours were, red, yellow, blue, the neutral being ... Read More
Single vs Three Phase Electricity - Difference by dzakarta
Hello everyone! Our bill arrived and using ARMS calculator I have confirmed that we are charged for the electricity based on a three phase consumption. We live in a duplex that got separated and we are only using the ground floor - the meter is ...
Hi,I lectured on electrical installations in the UK for 20 yrs, 3 phase has 2 connections, delta or star, the star connection has a neutral so single phase can be obtained, delta connection only provides 400/415 volts, when a star connected supply ... Read More
Driving from Scotland to Malta
Hi, I did the drive from Essex to Malta earlier this year, did tunnel (£80) drove through France under mount Blanc tunnel ( 40 euros) then through Italy to Genoa then ferry to Sicily ( google ferries direct), across Sicily then hydrofoil to ... Read More
How to bring your car to Malta by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Malta, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Regarding fitting the number plates,you can buy a plastic holder from any garage mine cost 8 euros, then you fix the holders on & slide the number plate in, very easy. Read More
Time required in Malta before applying to be Resident (EU citizen) by ianmalta
Hello everyone, I'm a British expat, I just bought a property in Malta to use as my primary home. Now I want to get registered as Resident here asap. I'd be grateful if anyone who has experience of applying for residency on the basis of ...
I registered in March this year, got my temporary certificate on the day, card arrived 3 weeks later, but go to St Lukes hospital first to get your temporary health certificate, take your passport, you can drive there but be lucky to get parked, ... Read More
How to bring your car to Malta by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Malta, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Hi, I drove my car to Malta from the uk in February, moving here permanently, did what Grumpy movers did and now its sorted, just make sure you have all the paperwork, the exemption tax can take awhile, I went to the VAT offices in person to sort ... Read More
my danish car Import to malta and then Exporting it home agin by GuestPoster41
Help ... I and my car arrived at malta date 08/04 / 2017. I drove it here on Danish import plates. It is a Danish car with Danish registration tax on. In case that i will go back to danmark with my car. What should I do now? Car is in my maltaise ...
Lenny its a mine field, ive just re registered my car from UK plates to Malta ones. Its taken from February but ive moved here permanently.you can get a 30 day road tax at Malta transport 20 euros, that should give you some time and you can ... Read More
Why did you decide to permanently stay in Malta
I retired here & like the previous note the same reasons,I found the people very friendly & helpful drove my car here from UK now sorting out paperwork, have to accept the Malta way, but you get there in the end. Read More
Do you speak Maltese? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Maltese is essential for a successful integration in Malta. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Maltese? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
Ive just moved to mellieha & would be interested in learning Maltese any details would be great Read More
Driving to Malta from UK with a small dog by BeverleyB
Hi, me and my husband (and our small dog) are relocating to Malta later in the year. We will be driving from the UK to Malta. I just wonder if anyone has done this journey with a dog and has any advice? We know we have to get him a Pet Passport ...
Doing the journey now left France now in Italy, taking the ferry from Genoa tho Sicily, then ferry to Malta, no dog, but taken tunnel then stops over 7 days, to ferry, done it mostly with no toils, except tunnel under Monte Blanc, on my own, ... Read More
Driving across Europe from Uk to Malta by ItsMrsGray
Hello, My husband and I moving to Malta em Feb and we are planning to drive there with our 2 years-old boy. We will obsviously stop for sightseeing and we think will be impossible to do it straight with a toddler.... Has anyone done this trip ...
Thanks, booked all my ferries via direct ferries.com in advance Read More
Driving across Europe from Uk to Malta by ItsMrsGray
Hello, My husband and I moving to Malta em Feb and we are planning to drive there with our 2 years-old boy. We will obsviously stop for sightseeing and we think will be impossible to do it straight with a toddler.... Has anyone done this trip ...
I'm off nxt Sat(4/feb), via tunnel, taking my time with 7 stops across France & Italy, getting ferry from Genoa on sat(earlier departure time on sat), stopping in Palermo, them drive to pozzalo to get 7:30pm crossing to Malta. Doing trip on ... Read More
amazonfirewall by DP4
Does anyone know if the fire sick works with the tv system in Malta, if bought in the UK?
Thanks for your advice I'll get myself one and see how it goes. Read More
amazonfirewall
Does anyone know if the fire sick works with the tv system in Malta, if bought in the UK? Read More
Driving across Europe from Uk to Malta by ItsMrsGray
Hello, My husband and I moving to Malta em Feb and we are planning to drive there with our 2 years-old boy. We will obsviously stop for sightseeing and we think will be impossible to do it straight with a toddler.... Has anyone done this trip ...
Can anybody tell me why people prefer the livorno crossing to the Genoa crosing,? seems a shorter drive from the UK Read More
Buying prperty in Malta by ciarano
Hi Im looking to move to Malta ( Im from the EU) and hope to buy a property. However , Im confused as various sites state a minimum price I can buy a property for. They vary from 100000 EUR to 350000. Has anyone any experience in buying property ...
Look at Frank Salt web site very helpful, ive just bought an apartment, & they really helped me. Read More
Driving across Europe from Uk to Malta by ItsMrsGray
Hello, My husband and I moving to Malta em Feb and we are planning to drive there with our 2 years-old boy. We will obsviously stop for sightseeing and we think will be impossible to do it straight with a toddler.... Has anyone done this trip ...
I'm doing the same in February, best get ferry from Genoa to Palermo, look at Direct Ferries web site Read More