hanselmar
German expat in Malta
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About me
German
Lives in Il-Munxar
Speaks English German
Registration: 14 February 2019
Cost of living in Malta in 2025 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in in Malta, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Malta or already living ...
Transport is free for senior citizen,but not for other people. Health insurance is compulsory,but entitled people are exempted to pay directly. The annual inflation of 2023 was over 5%, however prices for transport and petrol did not increase, but ... Read More
Resident permit by Pam Jo
Hi everyone! I have a problem, I'm from Albanian, I can travel in the EU for tourism without needing a visa, at this time I have applied for a non-EU still abroad single permit because I found a job in Malta. While waiting for the permit, can I ...
@Pam JoObviously it is a different issue to travel as a tourist or to travel to another country to take up employment.As you want to travel within the Schengen area I recommend you contact the embassy of the country you want to visit first. Most EU ... Read More
driving license for e-moped by Zou Adam
Hi, everyone, good afternoon, As I already have a car driving license(category B) , can I drive e-moped in Malta or I have to apply for license category AM?Does anyone have experience for such case?thank you Adam
Hi, everyone, good afternoon, As I already have a car driving license(category B) , can I drive e-moped in Malta or I have to apply for license category AM?Does anyone have experience for such case?thank you Adam -@Zou AdamTo my ... 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 ...
Reading is a problem indeed. Many people in Malta do not learn Maltese at all because they can communicate in English. Maltese is the compulsory language for children in school, but not always required for foreign workers or people who retire in ... Read More
Your first days in your home in Malta by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Do you remember the first time you set foot in Malta? One of your main concerns must have been the settling down process in your new home. Share your experience and tell us what it was like to find your new home in Malta and ...
First came as a tourist in order to check out locations and facilities. After my wife decided this place is suitable for us we looked for decent accommodation. This is what we have done and after 2 years everything was fixed. The developer called us ... Read More
Managing the climate/hot weather by snakemed
Hello everyone,I currently live in Scotland and am exploring the possibility to live in Malta one day. I have what might sound like a silly question, but how do people feel about the heat (particularly in the summer) and how do you cope with 40 ...
Hello everyone,I currently live in Scotland and am exploring the possibility to live in Malta one day. I have what might sound like a silly question, but how do people feel about the heat (particularly in the summer) and how do you cope with 40 ... Read More
Is Malta a good place to live and practice nursing? by oluyomiff
Hi, I'm Florence, a Nigerian registered Nurse still practicing in Nigeria. I would like to know if Malta is a good place to live and practice nursing. Thank you.
Hi, I'm Florence, a Nigerian registered Nurse still practicing in Nigeria. I would like to know if Malta is a good place to live and practice nursing. Thank you. -@oluyomiffMalta is a good place to live and practice nursing. However, due to a lot of ... Read More
Shipment of batteries by mike9k
Shipping batteries has become quite strict. Are there any shipping services who allow selection of the route they take to be only via land/sea? I have contacted sendon and eurosender about it without much success as they seem to rely on airplane who ...
Contact the leading logistic company for transport between Sicily and Malta. Call F** l** a** Read More
Is Teaching English in Malta worth it? by Silver81
Hi everyone, i Know that maybe someone has already done this question years agoI am a certified TEFLTeacher, i live in Italy and i'd like to know if i'ts possibile to live long term and round year in Malta teaching English or if it's just a way ...
Hi everyone, i Know that maybe someone has already done this question years agoI am a certified TEFLTeacher, i live in Italy and i'd like to know if i'ts possibile to live long term and round year in Malta teaching English or if it's just ... Read More
Want to work in Malta/Gozo? by SimCityAT
Greetings all. [b]Let's just be honest we all want to live in a dream location. Right? [/b] Then Malta or Gozo might not be what it seems. Sure they are lovely but if you want to work in either: If you are an EU citizen then it's plain ...
@SimCityATHey there!What do you mean by"Second, unless you are a highly skilled worker (someone in demand) The country isn't for you."What is HIGHLY skilled worker?Does Plumber and Gas fitter is highly skilled worker or is Bar Tender highly skilled ... Read More
Non English speaker 4years old child in Malta
@Arianna123 On top of this page click on "Community" and fill in Portugal. After that, you will see how many Portuguese people in Malta are active on expat.com Read More
Minimum Time of rentals? Only my ID is ok to rent? by BAD-RELIGION
Hi everyone. I will use this Thread, there is no reason to open another. I'm from Portugal, and some months ago I start thinking in start a jounrney in another country, my first options are for English-Speaking countries like Ireland or ...
@BAD-RELIGION hi. Are you still in Malta?can I ask you something about your experience? I live in Portugal and would like to move to Malta. Thanks a lot. Best regards. Arianna -@Arianna123Welcome to the forum,it appears you are looking for ... Read More
Many moons ago.... by ajwebber
Good morning all, I was reminiscing this morning about when i lived in Malta....back in 95. I lived in Bugibba, off Triq il Touristi. I used to frequent a bar called 'Sticky Fingers'(not as dirty as it sounds, trust me) and a restaurant a couple ...
@ajwebber just joined forum. I used to live in Halel St in the 90s above a bar called The Monavale. I played in the band in there! I remember all the things you mentioned. One thing I really remember… walking across a dusty field to ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
@Julien Hi.My wife and I live in Mexico. I'm British, she's Mexican but has British nationality also. I'm a permanent resident. Our two kids look as if they're making a life in Europe. One has married a Belgian national, the other has residency ... Read More
Importing campervan by Lozza8080
I have searched the previous messages, and there’s a lot of information in those that is very useful. Thank you! I am moving to Malta in the autumn. I have secured a job and my employer is sorting out work permit/relocation etc. One of my ...
@Lozza8080 Welcome to the forum. I live in Malta for 9 years and I was driving many times from Malta to Italy and beyond. I like driving, but do not save money. Petrol in Italy is at least as expensive as in the UKand you have to pay toll ... Read More
Security Jobs In Malta by saunorius
Hello expat-blog members, I'm looking for a security guard job in Malta so... I would like to ask you guys, does anyone one knows about security jobs in Malta? Do i need to get security license or its just a priority? And if/or anyone works there ...
Hello dear sir/madams,Good morning dear.My name is Qaiser Mahmood live and work in united Arab Emirates Dubai. I have a great experience of security guard job last 4 years in gulf country. So I want to a job in Malta as a security guard please help ... Read More
Healthcare by Pidge22
Hi as per my introduction we are looking to retire to Malta & our biggest concern will be healthcare for my wife who is 61 years old & who has a number of disabilities & conditions.She is an Irish National & Irish passport ...
immediately after you have registered for residence over here you have to apply for National health care over here in Malta. This has to be done with the entitlement unit of the Maltese health authority.The entitlement unit of the National Health ... Read More
Cost of living in Malta in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in Malta or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their expatriation to ...
@hanselmar our food bill includes eating out because restaurants have to be supported too. Read More
Cost of living in Malta in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in Malta or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their expatriation to ...
Cheryl,I am not sure what statistics are published by the authorities of Malta,1. one can rightfully say food is at least € 350.00 per person per head per month2. electricity is about € 50.00 per person per head per month because in our ... Read More
Cost of living in Malta in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in Malta or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their expatriation to ...
Who will answer all your questions? I guess nobody will contribute to such personal questions! If you want to know details just check out for annual inflation in Malta and you will get the respective answer without asking personal questions most ... Read More
The best age to move to Malta by Cheryl
Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Malta in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Malta. How old were ...
I came here for retirement in order to support this little country that has a much lower crime rate than countries of Africa or the Caribbean.As a matter of fact, also a lot of British people say the same. Malta is a safe country. The homicide rate ... Read More
The best age to move to Malta by Cheryl
Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Malta in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Malta. How old were ...
I came here for retirement in order to support this little country which has a much lower crime rate than countries of Africa or the Caribbean. Read More
VISA REJECTION APPEAL by mohdhasan09
Dear all, i have refused on 18/10/2021 but agent told that they appeal against my rejection but till now they ask me to wait..what to do.They not refund my money. please help
Dear all, i have refused on 18/10/2021 but agent told that they appeal against my rejection but till now they ask me to wait..what to do.They not refund my money. please helpAs you mentioned an agent please countercheck with the Maltese authorities ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi everyone, My name is Adelakun Babatunde Taofeek, a citizen of Nigeria. Currently works and resides in Maiduguri, Borno state, Nigeria. Worked for 13 years as an Effluent treatment plant technician, Raw water treatment plant technician, Syrup ... Read More
How Indian doctor can work in Malta? by snidhin55
Hello im a Doctor general practitioner from India.. I wish to work in Malta .. Is there any exam in Malta ? And what are the requirement criteria to become doctor in Malta for the foreigners ... What are the Materials I have to Study for getting ...
Hello im a Doctor general practitioner from India.. I wish to work in Malta .. Is there any exam in Malta ? And what are the requirement criteria to become doctor in Malta for the foreigners ... What are the Materials I have to Study for getting ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in Malta
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as Mauritius, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know what ... Read More
Reliable removals company by PmcC
Hi im moving in april into Sliema from Swatar. Looking for recommendations for removal company.Ive rang one and hes asking me how many boxes I need and what size van, how high is ghe sfloor up i moving into.Do they not come and price the size of ...
The office where I work is moving to another location. The boss instructed me to find a removal company to transport all our things. Does anyone have contacts from a good removal company?Malta Yellow Pages Read More
SEO job For Non European
Hi guys, Hope you are fit and fine. I have a question regarding job. My name is Durgesh and from India. I want to do job in Malta in SEO field. Is there any chance to get job? ThanksMalta is a Mini country. The number of jobs in this field is ... Read More
Car Rental Advice by Marjus5
Hello, I'm visiting Malta with my family during the Christmas holidays and we were thinking to rent a car to move around. Which company would you advise as for cheapest price and reliability? Thank in advance!
Linda, it is always a great idea to compare prices. However, if you promote a certain company this means business. How much did this company pay you for promoting them on this site? Read More
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese by Digital UK Nomad
We are now living in Malta and are looking to learn conversational Maltese. Does anybody have any recommendations and or experience in learning Maltese? We live in Bahar ic-Cagahaq and expecting to pay for a good tutor.
Maltese is a tribal language. Almost everybody in Malta is proud to speak English. However, if a foreigner is married to a Maltese person it is expected the foreigner learns the Maltese language. This means he/she is respecting the Maltese ... Read More
My wife and I would like to learn conversational Maltese by Digital UK Nomad
We are now living in Malta and are looking to learn conversational Maltese. Does anybody have any recommendations and or experience in learning Maltese? We live in Bahar ic-Cagahaq and expecting to pay for a good tutor.
Maltese is a tribal language. Almost everybody in Malta is proud to speak English. However, if a foreigner is married to a Maltese person it is expected the foreigner learns the Maltese language. This means he/she is respecting the Maltese culture. Read More
Regarding Single work permit by Kaushik Iyer
I have a job in Malta. My company is ready to sponsor me. I have arrived in Malta and my company has already submitted my application with all docs pending approval by Identity Malta. I was in France before I arrived here, and my French schengen ...
Contact Malta immigration immediately for a respective stamp in your passport. Read More
Drive from UK to Malta January 2022 by Guest8439
We are moving to Malta in January as we have work out there. We have 2 small dogs that we are taking with us so we are going to drive from the UK to malta in January 2022. Previous posts on this are dated 2017 so looking for more up-to-date ...
When you look on google maps the shortest route from the UK to Malta is via France and Italy. Accommodation on the way you can book with booking.com Make sure these places provide for animals and offer free parking too. When I booked my last trip I ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Welcome to the forum. For EU citizens it is an easy move to work in Malta. Just make sure you will find the right job and the pay is better than in your native Portugal and everything is easy. However, consider housing might be more expensive than ... Read More
How to come to Malta by amistybaby12345
Plz I want to find out what I need to getjob in malta
GozoMo! Do you have any other job? I mean other than discouraging people on Expat Forum. I remember I posted on Expat Forum more than 3 years back. When I decided to move here (Malta). And I'm a common man not having enough qualifications. But I ... Read More
How to come to Malta by amistybaby12345
Plz I want to find out what I need to getjob in malta
Plz I want to find out what I need to getjob in maltaI really wonder why people from one of the richest countries of this world want to come to this poor little country called Malta. Just 2 days ago I got an offer from a banker in Ghana to share $ ... Read More
What are you missing in Malta? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Malta, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Malta. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? If ...
Hi dear as a catholic I feel like being at home. This country is a real catholic country. Being a catholic in Malta is like being a Hindu in Trinidad. Goddess Lakshmi is welcoming you and a pundit is never far away. A Hindu will never experience a ... 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 ...
I just had my appointment in Berlin August 27 and received a letter dated September 17th that I am a citizen of Malta. That went quick.Congratulations and welcome to the EU. Read More
What are you missing in Malta? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Malta, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Malta. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? If ...
I don't really miss anything especially the UK weather, would like to see family more often. With regards food shopping we can get just about everything here we need.When I go to the Lighthouse food store I will get German Sauerkraut und German ... Read More
What are you missing in Malta? by Diksha
Hi everyone, Living in Malta, on the long or short run, it is completely normal to feel homesick sometimes. We would like to know what you are missing the most about your home country in Malta. Do you miss any aspects of your home culture? If ...
Proper Fish & Chips.Fish and Chips you will get from Andy at the Diamond Restaurant in Xlendi Read More
Relocating to Malta by shelljo100
Myself and my husband have been considering relocating to Malta for several years however with Covid we couldn’t pursue. My husband is a wall & floor tiler and I am a Project Coordinator NHS. Any advice on relocating would be appreciated ...
Thank you all for your comments there is a lot of information to take in. We usually visit Malta in January as it’s my favourite time as not as busy. Travel restrictions permitting we hope to visit in January and will do some more fact ... Read More
Citizenship application appointment by Randomv35
Hi, I've got an appointment upcoming at the Maltese Commission in London for myself and my children - we are applying for citizenship by descent. Does anyone know what I should expect? I know I need to bring along all the relevant certificates ...
So I am rarely can have a Maltese passport. Am I right?Do not worry. Just invest 1 million EUROS and create 50 jobs and you are welcome. With this investment you will be treated as VIP and TCN means nothing to you anymore. Of course as a tourist you ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Hanselmar, Thanks for your advised, much appreciated. ChristianaHi Christiana, do not mention it, I just hope my advice is helpful and nobody is scamming you. Regards, Hans-E Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I am Christiana from originally Nigerian and living in Malta for the past 21years, am with my husband and we had a son who is 12years now. I am just newly a Maltese citizen the year. I need some information regarding how i can add my husband's ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi, I don't have any Maltese ancestry as such, but my uncle and family were stationed in Malta during the war - he was a chief petty officer in the Royal Navy and they lived in Valletta - I'm not quite sure why, but I knew that he was a ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi, I'm Keith and when I retired in 2011 after almost 25 years working at Bournemouth University I went to live on Gozo for a few months and helped out at the Gozo SPCA. Now I'm seriously thinking of returning to the pleasant way of life I ... 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 pray you are bound to succeed. Only your surname does not sound Maltese. I remember many people with that surname in Germany. Read More
Visa change by semahakim123
Hello greetings brothers and sisters please I want to come in malta on tourist visa but the question is that can change and apply for temporary residency visa like for one year when I didn't exit ?
Hello greetings brothers and sisters please I want to come in malta on tourist visa but the question is that can change and apply for temporary residency visa like for one year when I didn't exit ?Welcome to the forum. Where are you ... Read More
Application for yellow card by suzannecheckley7
Hi im miss suzanne Checkley I got in contact with government of Malta they told me to apply for yellow card as I'm coming to Malta for medical reasons I understand things taking longer but I applied in May still waiting 3 months still no card ...
Hi im miss suzanne Checkley I got in contact with government of Malta they told me to apply for yellow card as I'm coming to Malta for medical reasons I understand things taking longer but I applied in May still waiting 3 months still no card ... Read More
Converting travel visa to Work in Malta by RekhaRowthu
HI, Iam from india and planning to visit malta. Please help me to know if i can convert travel visa to work visa and what are the requirements.
If you are an experience banker just apply to HSBC. If you are an experienced fisherman apply to the fishermen's cooperation. However, you have to prove right from the beginning your knowledge is supreme because TCN are only accepted when no ... Read More
Agency to rent and buy Car by Siddharth Singh
Please suggest good agencies to rent a car while I buy one for permanent commute. Also suggest genuine dealers to buy excellent condition cars
Please stop spreading wrong information. Debono,Ventur, Dinos and many more companies importing cars from Japan. example www.dinosmotors.com Read More
I am looking a Driver job in Malta Can you please help me by zssiddiqui95
Hello Sir/Mam. My name is mohammed zuber I am from India currently working in Saudi Arabia as a Driver I have 3 years experience and I have Indian driving license and Saudi Arabia Driving license also and I am looking a Driver job in Malta Because I ...
Hello Sir/Mam. My name is mohammed zuber I am from India currently working in Saudi Arabia as a Driver I have 3 years experience and I have Indian driving license and Saudi Arabia Driving license also and I am looking a Driver job in Malta Because I ... Read More
Agency to rent and buy Car by Siddharth Singh
Please suggest good agencies to rent a car while I buy one for permanent commute. Also suggest genuine dealers to buy excellent condition cars
In Malta is Volkswagen, Toyota and Opel. If you want to spend less there is Skoda too. In case you want a second hand car look for dealers who are importing cars from Japan. Japanese second hand cars are often better than cheap cars from elsewhere. ... Read More
Agency to rent and buy Car by Siddharth Singh
Please suggest good agencies to rent a car while I buy one for permanent commute. Also suggest genuine dealers to buy excellent condition cars
Just have a look on the website of Autodealers Malta and have a guess where these cars come from. Every day you can see second hand cars with original Japanese stickers. One very popular car is the Vitz which is also sold as the Yaris. The Yaris is ... Read More
Agency to rent and buy Car by Siddharth Singh
Please suggest good agencies to rent a car while I buy one for permanent commute. Also suggest genuine dealers to buy excellent condition cars
In Malta is Volkswagen, Toyota and Opel. If you want to spend less there is Skoda too. In case you want a second hand car look for dealers who are importing cars from Japan. Japanese second hand cars are often better than cheap cars from elsewhere. ... 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.Can't say I have ever seen a park ... Read More
How to apply Malta Visa by Noor Qureshi73
How to apply Malta work visa
Just check out https//jobsplus.gov.mt for requirements Read More
Malta Work Visa by Naziur Rahman
How to manage a work permit From malta & Get malta workers visa. Like A restaurant, Hotel,Agricultural farm, Food processing Factory etc.
Hello sir or madam,good evening.please am Frank Ofosu Mensah from Ghana who want to apply for resident or study visa.If you want to study contact the University of Malta. They will inform you about the requirements to study over here. If you want to ... Read More
cheaper to purchase in the UK & import to Malta or buy here in Malta by CANCERSURVIVOR
Is it cheaper to purchase a car in the UK & impart to Malta or buy here? I don't know. There is a scrapple scheme here which is not spelt out so someone would understand, we have an old car but can't find out how this works - would ...
The vast majority of cars in Malta come from Japan. If you want to import a reliable car you can do so by importing it directly from Japan or ask one of the many import dealers to do it on your behalf. When it comes to buying cars in the UK you have ... Read More
Car import query by Rocking Ken
Hi All, Just been reading some articles on another forum about importing your car to Malta.. If what I read is correct it can take up to 3 months to register your car on MT plates. Also as I have owned the car for over two years there will be no ...
If you drive from Luxembourg to Malta with your car you can drive it here in Malta for up to six months provided you come as a tourist. If you want to be a resident over here you have to register your car within 7 days after arrival. In case you are ... 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 ...
This is actually a pinned post from May, 2014 and was written by Redmik who no longer participates. It was posted to assist newcomers and the basic information is very much unchanged. The income minimums are now higher for self sufficiency and ... Read More
local council taxes by dennisp99
How does local council tax work in Malta? Who pays in a rented property (home owner or tenant) and how much is it? Tried googling how does local government work in Malta but came up with nothing helpful. I am used to UK local government and its ...
Here is nothing like a local council tax. We have property tax. The local council is funded by the national treasury. Our mayor told me we support the present government and they support us. Everything appears to be a party business. Right now the ... Read More
Freedom of movement for UK National by bobj102
Hi I have just retired and spending a lot of time in Malta over the last 30 years as a tourist and in the Royal Air Force in 1972, I drove my car down to Malta in May 19 and tried to register it. having spent 18months trawling through the ...
Just reclaim your Maltese nationality and retire in Gozo. Transport Malta will be very happy to register your car over here because the annual license fee in Malta is twice as high as the tax in the UK. I almost forget to mention the tax you have to ... Read More
Please help! Non EU partner with legal time expired by Madafou
hello, First of all, thanks for taking your time to read me, we find ourselves in a limbo and would be great to ear some helpful advises. I m an Spanish citizen living and working in malta for almost 3 years. I started with my girlfriend around ...
You can contact one of this immigration lawyers for advice. People in government offices do not like to commit themselves with this matter. May be one way out is your girlfriends is getting a job as an au pair or a contract worker for a fixed period ... 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.
Every 3 months you will be receiving a utility bill. However, when you register you have to pay a deposit of € 400.00 Just check out the pros and cons of your rental contract. You can also contact the utilities company by phone Tel 80072222 Read More
experiences or info about a certain renting agency by JaniJules
Hi, does anyone have experience with McCarthy Rentals and Island Properties? Already figured out that often the offered appartments alrady occupied. But as we contacted McCarthy via the justlanded page , Island properties answered us and required ...
Seeing is believing. Therefore never sign a contract without viewing a property. I would rather prefer to advertise what I need instead of asking an agent. Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
GozoMo gave you the perfect answer unless you want to work in the field of agriculture. The air is cleaner in Gozo than in Malta. However, the cleanest air is in Comino, because there are almost no cars. I live in Gozo since 2013 and I came to Malta ... Read More
New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Welcome to the forum. As I am from Germany myself I always get job offers from the gambling industry. Obviously a lot of these jobs are in call centres. This means jobs are available. However,you have to check out yourself if these jobs are suitable ... Read More
Uk driving License by johnny1126
Has anyone changed their uk license. Uk gov website says do it before the end of December. Malta transport tell me I don’t need to and can only exchange my license within 2 months of its expiry date. I completed the form DVR30 but MALTA ...
Just take it easy. Go to TM again just 3 months before your UK licence expires. Right now your UK licence is pretty good. Never argue a case with authorities, they are always right Just make sure you have a valid driving licence. My German one is ... Read More
Motorized Bicycle Laws? by Maxi256
I currently own a regular mountain bike, however I would like to upgrade it into a motorized bicycle. What are the laws in Malta regarding this? I searched, but sadly had poor results. Do I need a licence? I don't own a car licence, however I ...
Children always look for their limits. Young adults too. Read More
Looking for hgv driving work in malta or gozo by Samnzac10
Looking for work hgv driver 30 yrs experience looking to move to malta with partner who is a care worker we are both looking for work can anybody give guidence pls
:lol: If you look for a wife you have to say so !!!!!!! Read More
Need information on relocating to Malta from Canada by GuestPoster08540
I was born in Malta, I have been living abroad for many, many years and I am now a citizen of Canada where I still reside. I need information on how to relocate to Malta. I am 75 years of age, in fair health but finding the winters here hard. Where ...
Welcome to the forum, I think your problem should not be a big one. As you are a born maltese person you qualify for residence again. Of course Canada is quite big and it depends on where you live in order to contact the Maltese embassy directly. I ... Read More
Looking for hgv driving work in malta or gozo by Samnzac10
Looking for work hgv driver 30 yrs experience looking to move to malta with partner who is a care worker we are both looking for work can anybody give guidence pls
You can contact the numerous labour agencies over here to check out your chances on the labour market. Just be aware of the fact that wages are lower than in GB. Malta traffic is like town traffic. Besides tipper drivers also bus drivers are in ... Read More
Live and work in Malta by victorpositan
Hi all, I just make an account on this website because I need a little help from you guys. I'm Romanian-Canadian citizen and me and my wife are thinking to move to Malta. We speak Romanian (native)m English and French m also my wife speaks ...
Well, language is not a barrier. However, you can emigrate to Malta as an EU citizen or when you invest € 1 million. If you are not an EU citizen and not a millionaire the 3rd option is being an African and apply for asylum. If none of the ... Read More
Curly Hair
You can go to any Afro shop in Malta. The one in Gozo closed last year. Read More
Just for fun: Unusual cultural habits in Malta and around the world
We love our cats in Malta. The colour does not matter. We are no racists. We are not so familiar with Mauritius and we are not sure why these people do not write in red ink. Do you know the answer? A 15 minutes grace period is nothing in Malta. We ... Read More
Home decoration ideas for expats in Malta by Bhavna
Hello, After moving to Malta, setting up home and turning your accommodation into your personal abode can be a great way to start off your new life and feel at home. We would like to know whether expats are keen on decorating and furnishing to ...
The most of my furniture I bought before I moved to Malta. This means I was having the task of finding the right room for each item. As I was having an additional bedroom I finally decided to have it furnished by a local furniture company. I ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Malta by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Malta is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
In Malta Expats can participate in local elections. Our village mayor came to our house and asked for participation. Also other local councillors came along in order to promote their party. As we have 2 prominent parties we have competition between ... Read More
Secure long term car park in Sicily by Pandorak
I am moving to Malta next year, and am intending to split my time between Malta and France, spending around 8 months in Malta and 4 in France each year. I have looked into getting my car registered in Malta, and it looks like it is quite expensive ...
Two years ago Transport Malta quoted CAP 368 Article 18 (i)" car brought temporarely into Malta for a period, consecutive or otherwise, not exceeding seven months in any twelve months period" However, things can change. When did you read ... Read More
Secure long term car park in Sicily by Pandorak
I am moving to Malta next year, and am intending to split my time between Malta and France, spending around 8 months in Malta and 4 in France each year. I have looked into getting my car registered in Malta, and it looks like it is quite expensive ...
" What you presume is at your own risk and probably contravening Maltese law because at that stage you are not a tourist anymore. However, transport Malta is only controlling at day times and if the police is checking you just show your ... Read More
Secure long term car park in Sicily by Pandorak
I am moving to Malta next year, and am intending to split my time between Malta and France, spending around 8 months in Malta and 4 in France each year. I have looked into getting my car registered in Malta, and it looks like it is quite expensive ...
You will not get the residence status now for now. As long as you are a tourist you are allowed to drive with your foreign number plates. By the way the limit is seven months. However, this is applicable for tourists only. If you want to park in ... Read More
Foreign psychotherapist by GuestPoster696
Does anybody have a contact info of some foreign English-speaking psychotherapist in Malta? I keep failing to Google up any.
Here you better check this topic out with the respective assosiation. You can also have a look into the Yellow pages of Malta. For example check out www.thetherapycentremalta.com Read More
Dependent visa after visa rejection for a wife by justdoit333
Hello everyone. Here is our little story: I'm working here under KEI program with 30k+ salary and residing here 2 years 2 monts. (4 months as a student, the rest under work permit). My girlfriend (non EU, I am non EU as well) applied for student ...
Such a request can legally only turned down by the respective authority if they can prove the applicant does not have sufficient funds to support his/her spouse. Therefore legal advise is sometimes helpful. Read More
Dependent visa after visa rejection for a wife by justdoit333
Hello everyone. Here is our little story: I'm working here under KEI program with 30k+ salary and residing here 2 years 2 monts. (4 months as a student, the rest under work permit). My girlfriend (non EU, I am non EU as well) applied for student ...
Hi dear reader, as a stranger I would like to give you the following advice. Once you are married you have the right to bring your wife across. You will be her sponsor and whilst over here she could apply for a work permit too. It would contravene ... Read More
Dependent work permit malta (Not EU citizens) by Mariouchatoun
Hi , i've got a job in malta , and the company applied for work visa for me , i'd like to know when can i apply for Dependent work permit and how much does it take , because i'm reading 2 years in the officiel web site and the campany ...
Just be aware there are a lot of scam companies on the market. People get fooled with fake information. Just be cautious. The maltese authorities alone can give you a precise answer. Read More
Employing Non-EU Girlfriend in my Malta Company by primarymdmc
Hello Everyone, I am from Germany, but am moving to Malta in the next few month to set-up my new business. I have been with my non-eu girlfriend (USA) for almost 2 years. Since I am setting up my company in Malta, I was wondering what the best ...
I see only 2 solutions for your question. Either marriage or make her partner in your business. In such a case she would not count as an employee who needs a work permit. As a partner in business she would count as an investor. Investors are always ... Read More
Citizenship by MissChristine1966!
Hi, my name is Christina. I worked as a Medical Assistant for (12) years, before becoming an Registered Nurse. Unfortunately, I allowed my R.N. license to expired while fleeing a violent attack. I am trying to complete my CEU's and complete an ...
Italy is not as bad as some people may think. You do not have to invest € 1 million in order to get the Italian passport. You can get it due to your ancestry and there is no age discrimination. "Iure sanguinis" sounds so good in ... Read More
Travelling to UK with e-residence card as a Third Country National
At a glimpse I would say you can travel to all the Schengen countries because borders are open. Just carry your passport and the e-residence card together as a proof of your status. When it comes to the UK and Ireland the story appears to be ... Read More
Negotiating salary and benefits in Malta by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Better job prospects in Malta can most certainly be an incentive to leave your country of origin. Securing a contract with the right salary and benefits for you can be crucial to make your move successful. Is salary and ...
Malta has a minimum wage law. This is surely an attraction for people from countries where the minimum wages are lower than in Malta. Malta needs specialists. However, the pay is often below the level of the EU, therefore people from outside the EU ... Read More
How long to receive residency card? by Cedced2018
Hi, I have applied for ordinary residency (EU citizen) under self sufficiency. It's been more than 9 weeks and still didn't receive anything (was told 5 weeks when I applied). So went to Identity Malta and they said it's still not ...
The topic above is only applicable for people who are in Malta already. For those people it often takes 8 to 10 weeks to get their residence card. A renewal often takes the same time. In your case you need a working contract and an entry visa ... Read More
Getting a statement stating you´re taxed by Malta by Ramithegreat
I do not know the documents name in English, but I am keen to know how long it takes(let´s say from January) before I will have the correct document in my hand to be delivered to my home country´s officials to stop taxing me? It varies a ...
Relevant answers will come from authorities alone. Just by telling other people their answers are irrelevant you piss them off Read More
Getting a statement stating you´re taxed by Malta by Ramithegreat
I do not know the documents name in English, but I am keen to know how long it takes(let´s say from January) before I will have the correct document in my hand to be delivered to my home country´s officials to stop taxing me? It varies a ...
After you take up residence over here you have to go to the Inland revenue and inquire about this issue. Often government pensioners have to continue paying taxes to their homecountry. In this case Malta may not tax you at all. However, that depends ... Read More
medical residency in malta by DR attiq
Hi.i am a fresh graduate in MD and I want to do internship program in Malta hospital.please kindly guide me what is the requirements.?
As you know Russia is not part of the EU. However, some countries like Serbia made agreements with Malta for employment of their citizen in this country. In your case I would ask the Maltese embassy in Russia about a medical internship in Malta. ... Read More
Citizenship by MissChristine1966!
Hi, my name is Christina. I worked as a Medical Assistant for (12) years, before becoming an Registered Nurse. Unfortunately, I allowed my R.N. license to expired while fleeing a violent attack. I am trying to complete my CEU's and complete an ...
As your ancestors are from Italy, why not trying to reclaim Italian citizenship? With an Italian passport you are EU citizen and a lot of things are easier. Sicily is just around the corner from Malta and a lot of people from Sicily emigrated to the ... Read More
Credit score in Malta by KatyAndrews
Hi everyone Does your credit score from the UK follow you to Malta? I have a good credit rating in the UK but my husbands is not great. My husband is now the main breadwinner and we want to buy a house over in Malta. We are going to rent for a ...
Here in Malta we have Bank of Valletta,HSBC and Lombard Bank. You can check them out altogether. However, maltese banking is quite conservative and whenever you open an account over here they want to know about your previous bank connections. Here ... Read More
Life in Malta vs South Africa by Kennethsmall
Hello, Hello! Malta seems like a beautiful place. If anyone has the time and inclination, id really appreciate some assistance. Its time to look for an alternative country to live in. I don't really know where to begin. Websites and forums I ...
Once you are living in Malta you can discover Italy and the other countries of the EU. Of course Rome alone does not make Italy. There are better places in Italy. At least the crime rate is much lower over here in Europe. With a maltese passport you ... Read More
Citizenship by descent by Capitaine Carthage
Hello everybody ! I will deposit my papers for citizenship I am Tunisian and according to my readings and experiences of others who have deposited consulates take much more time than to file on at Identity malta directly. I have all birth ...
People who pay € 1 million will get their citizenship within a few weeks, whilst people who claim they have Maltese ancestors have to prove their claim and authorities over here countercheck if this claim is legitimate. It happened more than ... Read More
Citizenship by descent by Capitaine Carthage
Hello everybody ! I will deposit my papers for citizenship I am Tunisian and according to my readings and experiences of others who have deposited consulates take much more time than to file on at Identity malta directly. I have all birth ...
Here in Malta you have to be patient. However, if it takes too long you can also apply for citizenship in Belgium in the meantime. How long does it take in Lybia to get citizenship? Read More
Best and most reliable courier service? by GuestPoster9468
Hi all I would like to send a debit card I brought with me from the Philippines and now I want to send it to someone over there. Does anyone know who is the best courier service to use? TIA
I recently got a letter from a Nigerian scammer. He recommended AW Express delivery Services. The company email is enq@awexpress.com The scammers email is awexpressdeliveryservices01@gmail.com Read More
Importing a car to Malta by GuestPoster277
Hi guys, I am thinking about buying a car in the UK and doing a Eurotrip with it. Final destination will be Malta where I plan to live and work. Can you please help me with the following info: 1) I am an Italian citizen, will it be possible to buy ...
Importing a car to Malta is a bad idea. Unlike many other European countries, Malta is still charging duty on the import of foreign vehicles. If you want a car here in Malta buy either a new car right over here or a Japanese second hand car. I have ... Read More