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moving possessions from uk to Malta. any suggestion? by annagrecchia
Hi there, we moved to Malta about a month ago and our possession in the uknwaiting to be moved. It's about 6 boxes, possibly a dishwasher if convenient. Has anyone experience in this and can suggest any cheap/reliable company? Thanks a lot for ...
We used Gatt shipping, a Maltese firm. They were very helpful and did not make the sort of song and dance all the other firms I contacted did. Read More
Renewal of Residency Card by Valj
I have just noted that my residency card expires in October this year - I have lived here over 5 years and the only alteration in my initial application is that I have now purchased the property I was renting so address same - do Identity Malta send ...
From what I have experienced so far, the government department does not seem to be particularly pro-active. Best option seems to be to download the renewal form off, fill it in and present it, in person, with your current card to the Evans building. ... Read More
Printing of Flight Boarding Passes
There is an internet cafe on Tourist Street Qawra where you can do this. Read More
UK Tv in Malta by Toon
Heres a couple of new ones this one uses a new set top box http://www.britishtv24.com/ this one needs VPN service (proxy) http://www.my-expat-telly.com/uk-live-tv.php
answering old posts seems to happen because the post just came into my inbox today. none the less. the information is good as is your addenda. Read More
UK Tv in Malta by Toon
Heres a couple of new ones this one uses a new set top box http://www.britishtv24.com/ this one needs VPN service (proxy) http://www.my-expat-telly.com/uk-live-tv.php
I use Expat Network VPN, which lets you watch BBC ITV CHANNEL 5 and All4 live, catch ups and downloads where applicable. Read More
Successes in your career in Malta
When your reputation is built on word of mouth, you get loved and hated in equal measure. Be who and what you are, after a While, people will seek credit by association. Read More
How to discover the cultural scene in Malta by Priscilla
Hello, Moving to a new place and learning about the culture goes beyond adapting to customs and traditions. The art scene (music, art, literature, and cinematography) is also a big part of discovering a new country. What are the best ways to ...
Listen to the bangs and follow the fireworks. It seems that every village has its own firework factory from which they compete as well as their fiestas for every community. They put a lot into them and can be quite fun. There is also an annual bread ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Malta? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Malta, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I think moving here was the best decision we ever made (after getting married that is). Yes, there are bound to be some frustrations in adapting to a new country, but we feel more welcome here than we did back in England. most of our new friends and ... Read More
Paying bills in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Malta? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
When I first came in rented accommodation, I was presented a scruffy piece of paper with an amount scribbled on it to cover water and electricity. It was only for 6 months and I had the benefit of free storage for my stuff shipped from the UK until ... Read More
Is It worth bringing my car to malta from uk by Alfie97AA
just passed my test and got a really nice car worth around 3 grand , is it worth bringing to Malta ? Also do I have to put Malta plates on ? Is car insurance cheep in Malta ? Also would it cost a lot to bring it to Malta ? Hope someone can ...
I sold a 3-year-old car before coming. As a pensioner, the cost was not worth it and we rely on the busses. Not ideal, but OK and no parking problems, which can be a major hassle here. With my specialised area of activity, people come to me or ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta by MaltaCommando
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ...
I thought that the government statement raised more questions than it answered. If Fipronil is banned and not merely restricted, the criminal offences have occurred on its manufacture/import, wholesale purchase and sale and retail purchase and sale, ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta by MaltaCommando
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ...
I noticed that the same problem in the Netherlands and elsewhere, which would seem that this is not just a local issue. I did, however, notice that a supermarket in Bugibba replaced its stock of Italian eggs with ones from Malta. I suspect the ... Read More
'Why I left Malta.' - blog by Jean Galea. by Maltaexpat64
Jean Galea is a self-described 'digital nomad.' Although he is born-and-bred Maltese, he elected to leave Malta and now lives elsewhere. Here is his article. Any comments by the expat community in Malta? ...
Wherever you live, time does not stand still and apart from this, "Things never were the way they used to be". The corruption I met in local government in the UK, especially over illegal construction on protected sites and the illegal ... Read More
good schools? St pauls bay? Mosta? Mellieha? by Ckey
HI Me and the family, husband and 3 children 8, 11 and 14 are moving to Malta this summer. We are still looking at different areas. We have been over to look at places and decided that it is too busy round Sliema and those areas and are now looking ...
There was supposed to be a new infant and primary school opening in Qawra this September but, owing to corruption in the system having caused the head of the department involved to quit, this has now been put back till 2019 ??? The overcrowding ... Read More
negotiating the price when buying an apartment by katharina111
Hello, I'm about to buy an apartment in Sliema. Actually I have a few apartments with different agents I like after viewing many more. I just wonder, how many percent under the asking price is a realistic price to aim for. I only found one ...
We had one experience where the agent decided to negotiate down off her own head. The result was that the vendor upped his price and the deal fell through. As it was, we ended up with somewhere even better, even if we did have to move up €20K ... Read More
Could I trust the 82 or 85 bus to get me to work on time? by jmuthe
I am moving to Malta because I was able to find a job in Zejtun. Eventually I plan on finding my own apartment near the job, and getting my own car. However, I want to start the job first ,make sure I like it, and then look for an apartment and ...
My experience has been that the nearer the terminus you board, the better your chance of getting on, same as everywhere. I have found the early buses to mostly be OK but certainly go early as Malta traffic is a semi mobile parking lot during rush ... Read More
Plug socket adaptor on Sundays?? by mavblack
I ordered speakers, but they came with EU two prong plugs. As you know, here we use British style 3 prong. Classic Malta in itself - but I'm having a hard time tracking down a plug adaptor. Had been hoping to use the speakers this weekend but ...
Trollies Qawra usually have them in stock upstairs. 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 just changed my address on my UK account to my new address in Malta and updated it when I bought my own apartment. O did not have any trouble with this. Sorting out a Maltese account was a nightmare, but got there in the end. Read More
How are you coping in the heat? by GozoMo
How are you coping in this heat? I am sitting in a lovely air conditioned room I don't know how we would manage without it.
As a matter of health advice drink 3 times as much water as you think you need. Having an entire wall of fenestration, we finally invested in blackout vertical blinds, although it took B4 three goes at fitting them before they would work properly. I ... Read More
how to obtain proof of address by AAronbalake
hi I have been struggling to get some proof of address to open a bank account. my rental contract isnt accepted. my offshore bank account is blocked so I can't request statements right now.. need it as soon as possible. don't have ...
They tend to want a utility bill in your name at the address in question. Mobile phone contracts do not qualify. The big thing seems to get ARMS to bill you direct, with the added advantage of getting on the cheeper residential rate. There have been ... Read More
SSC/NI and Dual Tax relief? (UK & Malta) by Boozebeard
Does anyone know if the dual tax relief treaty between the UK and Malta affects national insurance and social security contributions at all? Also how are the social security contributions calculated in regards to foreign earned income? Is it like ...
The information here is first rate, but I have had ongoing trouble with the UK not recognising my Maltese TIN. They continue to insist that it does not exist, despite my having submitted copies of all relevant paperwork from the Maltese Inland ... Read More
Charges for Phone Calls to Govt Offices
Slightly off topic, but ARMS advertise a free phone line on their web site, but when you call it, you get a recorded message that you will be charged after all. Most of the time the people in the offices you ring will be friendly and helpfull (even ... Read More
Some questions on living in Malta by clexa
1) Any recommendation for nice, clean, peaceful spots you can do yoga or read a book? Less frequented place with stunning view of the sea? 2) I have extreme dog phobia, I read many complaints on noise from barking dogs, i presumed they are all ...
I have been told that we have just been through an exceptionally cold winter, although it was a doddle after England. We tried oil filled electric heaters, but they were not up to much, except in small rooms, so we ended up with a gas heater. We ... Read More
New Process for applying for residential tariffs by Toon
A new process is about to be launched for tenants to apply for residential utility tariffs without the need for Landlord permission so watch this space as it should do a number of things which will benefit both landlord and tenant and make things ...
I noted that there is now a proposal that ARMS intends to charge tenants several hundred euros to effectively buy the residential tariff to which thety are entitled without the LL's agreement. This was in the Times of Malta a few days back and ... Read More
Which type of application for residence permit? by hanham
Hi everyone, I'm in Malta studying on a 2 year course at the university but I intend to stay after my course and I have just bought a flat here. I need to apply for the residence permit and know I can apply for it on the basis of being a ...
I am here under self sufficiency. this required either owning a property of eye watering cost, or else having the stipulated amount of money on deposit and having the evidence to prove it. As an OAP I managed nto scrape by on the later, but I am nor ... Read More
Meditation and Mindfulness Malta by Guestposter73
Hi All, I was wondering if anyone knew places that do meditation or mindfulness classes or a centre where you can practice? I know there's one in Gzira but wanted to know if there was anything more north of the island since i'm based in St ...
There is a yoga lady in Sliema. I have not met her, but she was recommended. she runs a web site called yoga trail. I do have her address somewhere and should be able to dig it out for you, if this sounds like fitting the bill. 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 ...
I used print outs from my on-line bank statement and these were accepted with barely a glance. Read More
BBC radio by alftupper
Are BBC radio stations available to listen to in Malta, through a laptop or iPad? I was told the BBC iPlayer has a limited coverage. I prefer radio to TV and would hope to listen to my favourite station such as 5live, for my sport and current ...
I have BBC media and radio apps on my tablet and they work OK for radio. For TV I have a VPN, which works OK on our desktop and laptops but now gets BB , but not ITV hub etc on the android. Ex-pat network say this is down to a flash player ... Read More
Burial at sea. by GuestPoster566
I want to make enquiries/advance arrangements for my burial at sea, just outside Xlendi bay (Gozo) if possible. Can anyone provide any suggestions of how, if indeed this is permitted, I can start to make the arrangements? Thanks. (Don't know what ...
Remember that there is the free alternative of giving your body to science and the training of doctors. At the end of the day, it makes little difference if we feed worms or crabs, so making a gift back to the living seems a pretty good deal. 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 ...
Obviously there can be a wide variation in cost depending on specifications and locality, added to which it will depend if the property is in "shell" form (basically still a building site, "finished" lacking internal doors and ... Read More
1 day left by slamdunc82
Hello all! Today is my last day in the UK before I fly out to Malta, hurrah :) One quick random question. Will the mozzies be out in force this time of year, or will I be safe without the repellent when I arrive? Many thanks Dunc
We've been swatting mossies all winter. Suggest you get a plug in by the bed, especialy when it gets warmer. Mossies or not, it is still a geat place to be. Welcome home. Read More
Monthly consumption of water and electricity by Victoria22
Hi, could you please share your monthly consumption of water and electricit? Please also state no. of people living in the property. We are a family of four and our consumption is 382 units of electricity and 446 (I don't know what units] of ...
ARMS seems to be a law unto itself. My first bill as an owner occupier had water charged under the residential tarrif but the electricity under domestic. When I challenged this, I was told that it is not pssible to fall between two tarrifs. The ... Read More
Hairdresser by Allibali
Hi can anyone recommend a hairdresser in Mellieha or surrounding areas? Thanks
For what it is worth, my wife, a former hairdresser, has tried several hairdresers in Qawra and the only one who was any good (so far excellent) is Maltese. There was a very good lady at Hush (Lauren), but she left and is now in St Julians, Read More
The holiday season in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Malta? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Malta? How do Maltese celebrate this very special time of ...
A Malta christmas for us, as this is now our home.There would not be anyone to spend the Celebration with in the UK anyway. The Christmas decorations are going up in Qawra and Bugibba, so it is already beginning to look quite feastive. Read More
Moving Together - Changing Address on Maltese ID Card by mustirik
Hi, I just changed my apartment and moved in with my girlfriend. I need to update my address on my ID card because I will apply for a driving license soon. On Identity Malta website, the procedure is explained as follows: [i]Holders of residence ...
ID 10 seems to be for citizens. Try this https://identitymalta.com/new/residencepermitsfaqs/ Residence Permit Documents FAQs 30.11 2015 Frequently Asked Questions Application for a residence card by EU/ EEA/ Swiss nationals residing in Malta I ... Read More
Commute from St Paul's Bay to Valletta in morning rush hour(s) by RichieinSpain
Hello, What is the best way to commute to work form St Paul's Bay to Valletta? I will have to live in St Paul's Bay for my child's school. We will be moving in July. Initially I thought Car but from what I've read it's quite ...
busses 31, 45 & 48 run from Bugibba bus station to Valetta with 48 seeming to take the more direct route. Read More
Termination of contract due to noise ( bar at the entrance ) by callincard
The appartment is unhabitable : it's noise all the time due to the bar downstairs. We were told that the appartment is quiet ( RE's agent auntie living in a nearby building ) is the bar will not be an annoyance, as noise laws are respected ...
Many years ago, I lived on the edge of Plymouth, by the railway sidings. The noise was terrible and we could not sleep for several nights straight. Later we moved to the edge of Dartmoor and guess what? The silence kept us awake for several nights ... Read More
Hints & Tips for considering when looking to rent property on Malta. by GuestPoster566
Hints & Tips for considering when looking to rent property. Compiled from other's contributions to this blog and personal experience. Beware of agents! Some are good but many are predatory and will try to set you up with something that is ...
We used Frank Salt, rented from England, was picked up at airport and taken to apartment. Added bonus was that through buying through them as well, we get a refund on their rental arrangement fees. I contacted every rental agency I could find on ... Read More
Sandflies and Mosquitoes in Malta ? by MaltaMyst
[b]Hay, I would like to ask, whether sandflies and mosquitos are present in St. Pauls Bay, Xemxija, Sliema and Msida, and which of these has them the most ? Or, which parts of Malta are these insects most present ? As well, are they a problem ...
"Tiger Mosquitoes" appear to be ubiquitous and, I am told, sand flies live in the coastal lime stone. I live in SPB and have had to learn to live around this problem, avoiding exposure when mosquitoes are active and making sure that the ... Read More
€800 to change name on utilities account? by Cooperfamily
Hello, I'm trying to rent in Malta with my family for at least six months. I've read lots about the debate concerning the Domestic v. the Residential tariff, so when we enquired, the agent told us that (1) The number of residents would ...
The financial landscape may be a bit of a nightmare, but getting the bill in your own name establishes residency at the address, which can prove crucial when taking out a bank account with HSBC, although I do not know where other banks stand on this ... Read More
health insurance by Jeannie6623
Hello Forum Experts This question is for people who hold a UK passport. Would it be worth it to take out health insurance when I'm living and working in Malta for a year? I'm covered at work - though minimally - and also see that ...
Personally, I rely on the reciprocal health care arrangement. Going free range seems to be both unnecessary and expensive. Read More
satellite internet by imortensen
Hi :-) Does anyone have any recommendations on satellite internet in a town-house-hold of 2 persons?
There is a"My Expat Network VPN" which you can download with an monthly/3 monthly/annual fee, that gives the illusion you are in the UK, so you can use this to get all ITV and BBC channels, together with their "catch up" ... Read More
satellite internet by imortensen
Hi :-) Does anyone have any recommendations on satellite internet in a town-house-hold of 2 persons?
No. This is totally independent on my deal, but they may try to sell you a package. If it is not what you want, insist on the deal I outlined. They tried it on with me, but I stood my ground and got the deal I signed up for. I have a pay as you go ... Read More
satellite internet by imortensen
Hi :-) Does anyone have any recommendations on satellite internet in a town-house-hold of 2 persons?
Maybe not quite the same thing, but we have a Vodafone radio router, that connects like a mobile phone. 30 euros a month, unlimited download. got it from Centric computers Saint Pau'ls Bay. Read More
Are you happy in Malta? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Malta? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Personally, we have found ourselves more welcome in Malta than in most parts of the UK. give respect; get respect; simple! Read More
Is 1000 Euros enough for a single to live? How about a job? by philthebrit
A couple of questions 1) Say you rented a 1 bedroom flat in Malta for ? 350 euros/month, what is the minimum you could survive on. Would 1000 euros a month do for a single person, living a modest life style. 2) What would be the probability of ...
I'm here living on a basic state pension. Quiet but OK and much preferable to the UK. Read More
Brexit vote in UK
So far the message is that nothing has changed, and may not change much in the future as the links between the UK and Malta are historically commonwealth based and precede the creation of the EU. although this opinion is held by the Maltese I have ... Read More
Problems opening bank account b'cos transfer of money for property! by hanham
Hi everyone, I am in a bit of a pickle and any advice would be appreciated. I moved from the UK to Malta 2 months ago as I am studying at the university this autumn. About a month ago I put a deposit down on a flat and and now trying to work out ...
I had some parallel issues, trying to open an account with HSBC, to receive money transferred from England to pay for an apartment purchase. I did however pay for a 6 month rental deposit from my English account, without first having a Maltese ... Read More
which day do the bin men collect cardboard? Recycling?
Tuesday and Friday Saint Paul's Bay Read More
Where do you shop for best value? by charmender
So I have only been here a while and I am wondering where people shop. I have been to The Towers which I find expensive. Plus I hate the layout, like why are fruit and veg down the very bottom floor! (Obviously a marketing technique but annoying). ...
Our first visit to Pama is likely to have been our last. We get better prices in many small family run shops and prefer to support the locals wherever possible. Read More
Where do you shop for best value? by charmender
So I have only been here a while and I am wondering where people shop. I have been to The Towers which I find expensive. Plus I hate the layout, like why are fruit and veg down the very bottom floor! (Obviously a marketing technique but annoying). ...
We tried some fresh beef burgers from Miracle foods. The miracle bit seemed appropriate, as we were not quite sure what manner of livestock the meat came from. I am told that their frozen stuff is OK though. Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Being an expat in Malta can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...
It is difficult to move forward while looking backwards, so embrace the moment. It has been my experience over the years that memory plays plays tricks and in fact things never were as they used to be, which becomes a painful lesson for those who ... Read More
Body donation
Many thanks. In England I feared that my body might be in a severe state of decomposition before any one noticed my absence and then probably only on account of a forced entrance to read the electricity meter. Here there is more sense of community, ... Read More
Body donation
I recently heard of a scheme whereby you can donate your body to Mater Dei, absolve your estate from funeral expenses and continue to serve the community after death. Apart from having to notify a notary to this effect, does anyone have any further ... Read More
Documents for renting by Dorieus
Hiya all, I thought it would be front and centre, but I went back a few years and couldn't find any reference to the documents needed in order to rent a house or flat in Malta. My wife, being Brazilian, is a little worried about what they need ...
I went through Frank Salt estate agents. Passport, I month rent deposit + commission which is refunded if you also buy through them, which I am. Read More
Buying or renting by throstle
Hi Really interested in peoples thoughts. Is there any feeling with the increase in rents that buying a property may now be considered a more viable option than previously thought. Looking at a long term stay of at least 10 years. Many thanks
There seem to be strong opinions both ways on this one. I chose to buy, as I am set to be a permanent resident, being retired and with nothing to go back to. People in a different position will have different criteria. I have come across several ... Read More
How do you bank? by Michellegreen
Sorry to ask but what are people doing regarding every day banking? Have been in BOV, Banif and HSBC and been given a long list of required paperwork even including a police conduct report! And to be working. Other people who I have spoken with ...
This took me some time and a lot of aggravation. Several Brits I have spoken to have been here many years and gave up even trying after their first sallies. I moved my account to HSBC, knowing there was one in Bugibba Square, near to where I am ... Read More
what is this site for? by DP4
I thought the idea of this site was to help each other, give advice & help, meet new friends, but people are using it to complain about various subjects & moan.ive just bought a place in Malta& will be using the site for what it was ...
Not being familiar with the site, I probably missed it. The yahoo forum for which I am the moderator is somewhat different in format, but with this information I shall have another look with my probably more basic IT skills. Read More
what is this site for? by DP4
I thought the idea of this site was to help each other, give advice & help, meet new friends, but people are using it to complain about various subjects & moan.ive just bought a place in Malta& will be using the site for what it was ...
We have just bought a place as well and should be moving in early November. I share your concern, as the amount of negative comment is sometimes less than encouraging. There is supposed to be a lot of relevant information pre-posted in ... Read More
Thank you and goodbye by felinefine81
Hi I want to thank all the people who have provided advice and support over the last 9/10 months while my husband and I contemplated moving to Malta, planned our move and after we arrived. I think this is a brilliant site - no better way to get ...
It is always sad when things don't work out. As far as employers go, it is often like Paul simon wrote "All lies and jests, till the man hears what he wants to hear, and disregards the rest." Read More
The Maltese way of living and doing things by PMgirl
Dear all, I need some advice. I have been in Malta for just one week but now I feel that so far for me Malta has been a great disappointment. I came here intending to stay for a year, but what I went thru for just one week makes me feel like Malta ...
It seems strange that a number of posts arrive in my inbox and that of others, which turn out to be a bit historical and when people do respond without to them, they seem to receive censure for doing so. I'm not sure what is going on here, as ... Read More
High prices of rents in Malta by expat1973
Hi folks! There is one topic which bothers me lately in Malta, as probably most of expats here. Rent prices have gone up this year like crazy! Now I work also with (not only) real estates in Malta, so I am in position to help with this, but it is ...
I hit this problem big time, having had to find a 6 month let at short notice at the beginning of June. I was told that the tax relating to rentals changed and that land lords responded to this by refusing to renew existing lets so that the could ... Read More
Customer care in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Malta and try ...
The advice that I have received and experienced, to some degree, is that e-mails are often not responded to, due to lack of staff and the phone is often not answered for the same reason. I f you deal with people face to face, they seem prepared to ... Read More
Why did you move to Malta? by felinefine81
I'm interested to know what led to people moving to Malta. Interested from the perspective of what works best! Did you: a) Visit Malta several/many times, fall in love with it and then move here? If so are you retired or working? or b) Were ...
We came to Malta after having visited the island for 8 years and on our last trip in October 2015 asked ourselves what on earth were we going back to the UK for. We are both retired, although continuing to contribute to an organisation to which we ... Read More
Tough to adjust to the life in Malta by GeorgeMalta
Yes, I have a hard time to adjust so it would be great to meet new open-minded friends here....
After you have found your way through bureaucratic maize, about which you may find a host of conflicting ex-pat advise that amuses the Maltese no end, as far as I can see, the most important thing is to remember that we are in Malta and not to ... Read More
Customer care in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Malta and try ...
Customer care counts when things go wrong. As of yet, I have only had two experiences (both Vodafone) and they fixed the problem immediately over the phone in both instances. In both cases they had either mislaid or failed to process documentation, ... Read More
The Maltese way of living and doing things by PMgirl
Dear all, I need some advice. I have been in Malta for just one week but now I feel that so far for me Malta has been a great disappointment. I came here intending to stay for a year, but what I went thru for just one week makes me feel like Malta ...
Well said Danno. I came hear because I live Malta and its people. I expect to have to adjust to different ways of doing things, other wise there would have been no point in selling up everything I owned to come here. I have come to detest exactly ... Read More
Are zebra crossings compulsory for drivers? by felinefine81
Are drivers supposed to stop when someone is waiting? We cross 2 different ones on a busy road every day and [b]not one single time [/b]has the traffic stopped unless we force them to by stepping out. I'm not brave enough to do that unless ...
I am at Bugibba at present and have met nothing but accommodating drivers throughout the entire Saint Paul's Bay area and Mosta. The streets of Valletta seem to be so overrun with pedestrians that drivers hardly get a look in. After my ... Read More
Are zebra crossings compulsory for drivers? by felinefine81
Are drivers supposed to stop when someone is waiting? We cross 2 different ones on a busy road every day and [b]not one single time [/b]has the traffic stopped unless we force them to by stepping out. I'm not brave enough to do that unless ...
So far my experience has been that drivers have gone out of their way to give way to pedestrians but drive with an open season approach to each other. Read More
When do the fireworks end? by felinefine81
I'm really struggling. It's been every day for the last week, from before 8am until after 11.30pm. The last couple of nights they are so bad our apartment is shaking. I also can't stand listening to the terrified dogs. I know ...
Where I am renting at present, things are due to kick off this week end, but I remember working in stables in England and having to sit up till the small hours guarding the horses from the local young "gentlemen" who regularly through ... Read More
Taking my stuff from UK to Malta! by Joanamfmarques
Hi people! I would like to know if you know of any companies that take stuff from the UK to Malta? I mean we will be permanently moving to Malta (not coming back to the UK or leaving anything behind as we have no family here) so we literally have to ...
Gatt shipping here in Malta gave me the best price for shipping and gave an excellent service. Sorry, but I have no experience with transporting animals. Read More
Requirements for bank-statements
It was my experience that they only seemed to be interested that I could show that I had the money in an account in my name, on an account print out statement. This was 2 days ago. This only relates to the question as asked, as there are other ... Read More
Sports in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Malta? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
I'm afraid I do not follow any sport as a spectator, but as a professional horseman, I used to practice dressage and show jumping. Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
Hi Ray Many thanks for your advice, which is now coming togeather, about which papers to give to which people and in which order. As you may have noticed, I have followed the links provided and walked into the odd brick wall already, despite the ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
I have been onto the head honcho at the entilement unit at St Luke's. As with every other government department, the advice only covers their own area and so failed to cover cross departmental or cross national policy and proceedures. I was ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
I have tracked St Lukes down on Google and it seems that I need either a 31 or 45 from Qawra getting of at Pieta as long as their information is up to date. If any one has any better advice on this, I am all ears/eyes. This looks like an expedition ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
When my wife recovers from the heat prostration resulting fro being sent round in circles, we will have another run at it. Being run into the ground to get health cover seems a bit of a paradox, but after several years negotiating with the UK ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
Mea culpa re e-residencey card, my terminology slip. Personally, I have been sent round in circles over paper work, with minor minions claiming not to know anything about S1 and in sisting on a private insurance certificate. This has led to rather ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
The forms to down load are: Form ID 1A CEA-Form-J (for self sufficient retirees). Non retirees need Form-P. EU voter registration form. All can be obtained from the basement of the Evans Building, where they have to be submitted in oerson together ... Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
There is a British Reidents' Assosciation, which provides social events and advice on a number of issues. As you are retiring, you will probably have to register under Malta's self sufficiency rules to get an ID card within 90 days. You will ... Read More
Drinking water in Malta by krestrine
Hi All, I have been boiling and then drinking the tap water here in Malta for about a week now. I've recently heard that the water isn't fit to drink? Anyone have any insights? Thanks, Pashala
We use a water ioniser that moves water into the alchaline spectrum, which is benficial to health. Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
Not having bottomless funds, in the long term, buying looks a better option, as rents are going through the roof. at a personallevel, i have never been comfortable in someone elses property, altghough i recognise that this is a personal issue, as ... Read More
How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes? :) by SmallT.
Hi all! Who knows WHY in Malta on the windows is no mosquito nets? How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes?
homoeopathic apis mel can also be helpfull, if you can find a supplier in Malta, otherwise get afriend to send some from UK. Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
This must be about the safest place I have ever visited or lived in ever. Read More
Moving To Malta.. Any help apprectiated by Barry2607
Hi All, Myself and my best mate are moving over to Malta mid July fulltime from Ireland. We are both in our early thirties and felt the change of scenery would suit us. We have vast expierence in both Sales and Customer service and are both ...
One pittfall to be avoided, is the advise given to me by an estate agent to fraudulently claim that you have never owned a property in the UK, to try and get the benefit of the "first time buyers tax exemeption". Apart from being morally ... Read More
How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes? :) by SmallT.
Hi all! Who knows WHY in Malta on the windows is no mosquito nets? How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes?
If your land lady won't allow screens (even if you pay?) there are elecric plug ins available, into which you put a small tab each evening. I found them very effective in Corfu, when we were being eaten alive. Remember they fly at the start and ... Read More
Making new friends in Malta... by deejay1988
Hi everyone, I moved to Malta from the UK with my boyfriend in February. Now that we are feeling a bit more settled here we figure the next thing to do is make some new friends and build our social circle! This may sound silly but I have no idea ...
This sounds like a great idea, but seems to be contrary to the forum guidelines about not posting personal details (email addresses etc.) and so I manor sure about how to respond to this offer. My wife and I arrived last month and havebeenoretty ... Read More
Britain to leave EU! by F0xgl0ve
1 GBP = 1.2339 EUR The GBP/EUR rate as of 24 Jun 2016 at 7:57 AM Nice to get an automatic cut in income of around 15% - Thank you Boris and Farage. Ray
The headless chicken problem on the shares market does seem to be in the process of resolution, but exchange rates are still in Kami Kasi mode, even though marginally improved. Foretunately I prebooked an exchange rate for most on my money but the ... Read More
Britain to leave EU! by F0xgl0ve
1 GBP = 1.2339 EUR The GBP/EUR rate as of 24 Jun 2016 at 7:57 AM Nice to get an automatic cut in income of around 15% - Thank you Boris and Farage. Ray
My concern was that both sides of the argument seemed to be divorced from reality and traded on fear rather than facts. It is unfortunately true that sinse the result came through, the xenophic nature of the Brexit camp has been born out by an ... Read More