Paulino Michelazzo
@pmichelazzo
Brazilian expat in Belgium
Forum posts
139
Contacts
10
About me
Brazilian, Married
Lives in Brussels, Brussels Capital
Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
Registration: 20 December 2011
Conversion of UAE Driving License as UAE Expats moving 6o Belgium by RIND12
Hello,I lived in Dubai for more than 10 years as Expat. I have recently relocated to Belgium and want to exchange my driving license issued in Dubai. Can anyone guide me what documents will be required for exchange. I am currently living in Brussels ...
Everything's herehttps://mobilit.belgium.be/en/road/rijden/rijbewijzen/foreign-driving-licences Read More
Flight companies who accept residence permit with family member by zara zara41
HiI hear different stories about flight companies.Some people tell me that its possible to travel between Schengzn countries if you have a F-card or residence permit, as a european family member.Does anyone have experience with the different flight ...
E-card, F-card, residence permit, etc, is not a travel document, period. If you're looking to avoid problems, use your passport with the card. Read More
Local Commune Register - Antwerp by wiltonrcn
Hello guys, I'm aware that when arriving in Belgium it's necessary to register at the local commune in order to get the Belgium id and stuff. I would like to know which documents are needed for Antwerp. I've read that depending of the ...
Why didn't help? You have all of the informations there, including the form and instructions about how to proceed with the process. Read More
Local Commune Register - Antwerp by wiltonrcn
Hello guys, I'm aware that when arriving in Belgium it's necessary to register at the local commune in order to get the Belgium id and stuff. I would like to know which documents are needed for Antwerp. I've read that depending of the ...
Here you have all the infos that you need.https://www.antwerpen.be/elektronische-vreemdelingenkaarten Read More
Family Reunification Visa when non EU citizen w/work offer by GrimJason
Hello!As a non EU citizen, I have been offered a full time position in Belgium. When asked about the visa, it was suggested that we could proceed with the family reunification visa as my wife is an EU citizen from Spain as well as my young children ...
@GrimJason Your case falls here: https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/residence/family-residence-rights/non-eu-wife-husband-children/index_en.htm#in-another-EU-country-1The f@ˆ!*ing problem with Belgium municipalities (communes) is that they ... Read More
Moving to Belgium, EU-citizen with American spouse by Jens79
Hi, I have just joined this forum with hope to find someone with practical experience of a similar situation as me and my family are in. I'm a Swedish citizen, currently living in the United States with my wife, who is a US citizen and we ...
I'm not sure if she can get the plane with an one-way ticket without a visa. She is your wife but she is not an EU citizen and, until she's registered in an EU country, she's a tourist like any other. Can the air company deny the ... Read More
From F card to citizenship - not possible before 5 years expires? by ZazaBE
Dear All, I have been wondering if some of you can give me advice or share their experience on how and if I can acquire BE citizenship. According to the Belgian government web-site ...
Personal experience with the Belgian laws: they're worst that the Italians and, believe me, the Italians laws are the hell on Earth. We had some issues on the commune and, after a big pain in my head with "come in, come back, come in, come ... 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 ...
IMHO the best option is Amazon. I had the same problem with some electronics from South America years ago. On the island, I didn't try because, as you said, there are very few "Americans" living there and it was a waste of time to ... Read More
Moving to Belgium by amanda-pn
Hello, everybody! So, I’m Italian, currently living in Italy. I intend to move to Belgium with my husband soon. My husband is Brazilian. I got to know that I need to apply for the residency and find a job in 3 months, right? My question ...
You need to register but not to find a job. If you can proof that you have money to live here, ok. There's a "self sufficient" option to the registration process (I'm registered like this). If you're married "de ... Read More
Belgium Visa Processing Timeline and Documentation by shivamgrover21
Hi All, I would like to share my experience in getting the long term D visa for Belgium. I had tons of questions for the visa application, but this forum and the responses from people have been of great help. Mostly though AneeshKs's responses ...
IMHO, If you're using the law to justify the point, you probably is mistaken. You can read the law here: http://www.ejustice.just.fgov.be/cgi_loi/change_lg.pl?language=fr&la=F&cn=2004071631&table_name=loi and there's no comment ... Read More
Belgian citizenship and AI(Orange card) by Edigj
Hello, I came in BE in 2015 as Non-EU student. I was issued and 1 year A card. I renewed the card twice in 2016 and 2017. In 2017 I applied to changed the status to F card (Belgian spouse). Status F(family member ob Belgian was approved after 6 ...
IMHO don't waste your time trying to understand the people on commune, immigration office and all the bureaucracy in Belgium. My wife is a third national and we only solve the problem with her residence/orange card after we contract a lawyer. ... Read More
Buying a car in Belgium, is necessary an European drive license? by pmichelazzo
Hello there, I'm looking to buy a car here in belgium but I don't have an european drive license, just a third-country drive license with the international license (both valid). Someone knows if is possible to buy a car with these ...
Thanks for the prompt response. Read More
Buying a car in Belgium, is necessary an European drive license?
Hello there, I'm looking to buy a car here in belgium but I don't have an european drive license, just a third-country drive license with the international license (both valid). Someone knows if is possible to buy a car with these ... Read More
what is reason of visa D refusal (what is solution ) by Lucky and Lucky
please anyone tell me what is reason of visa refusal betrokken kan zich niet beroepen op de richtijnenvan art 10, $1, a, 1, 4 of 5 of art 10bis $2 naargeiang het geval.van de wet van 15/12/1980 betreffende de toegang tot het grondgebied. het ...
Sure that you can. Did you provide them proof of sufficient funds to be in Belgium? Did you provide them the policy insurance covering both? That's what are they asking you. Read More
54% tax rate on a gift??? is this normal? by Morninglory
I had my birthday recently, and my son tried to send me a tiny gift from the USA. The total value of the gift was under one hundred USD. I had been looking forward to it greatly, as it contained a birthday card from him and some pictures. They ...
Yes, it is. You can calculate here: https://thomas.vanhoutte.be/tools/customs/en/ Read More
Getting married in Belgium by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Belgium or who are about to get married in Belgium to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Belgium? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
Well, I'm sure that I'm not wrong, suspecting that who is doing such kind of "contract" is doing in good faith. My point was strictly related with the original question "tips and clue", expecting that do not exist tips ... Read More
Getting married in Belgium by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Belgium or who are about to get married in Belgium to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Belgium? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
Ask? What should they ask? :/ A marriage is a "contract" between two person and nobody can say anything (in Belgium, of course) about what, when, how, even for same sex marriage. Please, check some official info about marriage: ... Read More
Can a dependent spouse apply for work? by arjunprasad2143
Hello, I have been working for a Belgium company since January 2020 with a Single Permit. My wife has joined me with a dependent visa. She is now trying to look for some work in the IT industry. We have not received our RP card yet (hopefully we ...
Arbeidsmarkt: neen. Your work visa is for you and it's not extensible for anyone. Read More
Medical Mattress .
Try the Le Roi du Matelas or Le Géant du Matelas. Both are good (I bought one on the Le Roi). Read More
Health insurance future wife non Eu
1) You can do the health insurance anytime for anyone. The companies didn't care about who is covered from the family but, by the EU regulations, she need a healthy insurance covering 30K Euros to entry in EU. Of course the borders agents ... Read More
Again, resident card to my partner by pmichelazzo
Fellows, Try to find more answers about my case, I ask here for someone that have experience and/or have similar situation. I'm Italian and my wife (not legally) live together for 9 years. Before here, we lived together in Malta when we had ...
Thanks for the tip. I will contact them. Best Read More
Again, resident card to my partner by pmichelazzo
Fellows, Try to find more answers about my case, I ask here for someone that have experience and/or have similar situation. I'm Italian and my wife (not legally) live together for 9 years. Before here, we lived together in Malta when we had ...
Sem dúvida não chega perto :-) Thanks for the sharing. I contacted a lawyer to fix this situation. Best regards, Read More
Again, resident card to my partner by pmichelazzo
Fellows, Try to find more answers about my case, I ask here for someone that have experience and/or have similar situation. I'm Italian and my wife (not legally) live together for 9 years. Before here, we lived together in Malta when we had ...
"Little" is a nice joke. So, people that's divorced cannot. Probably who write the laws forget it :D Thanks anyway for the link. Read More
Again, resident card to my partner by pmichelazzo
Fellows, Try to find more answers about my case, I ask here for someone that have experience and/or have similar situation. I'm Italian and my wife (not legally) live together for 9 years. Before here, we lived together in Malta when we had ...
Hi phipiemar, thanks for the info. What's matter the proof that we're single? Both are divorced but overseas. Sounds for me something strange because the EU law didn't mention something like this but that we need to proof that we have a ... Read More
Again, resident card to my partner
Fellows, Try to find more answers about my case, I ask here for someone that have experience and/or have similar situation. I'm Italian and my wife (not legally) live together for 9 years. Before here, we lived together in Malta when we had ... Read More
Belgium did exchange one residence card for another?
Hi there, I was living in Malta with my partner for years and now we move to Belgium. I already have my Belgian E card (I'm Italian) but not my partner. Asking on the commune, they told us that she need to start a process to get the residence ... Read More
Make a request for self sufficient status
I did years ago without a professional. You can get more info on the website https://identitymalta.com If I remember well, you need the CEA Form J filled and submit with the docs requested on the same form. Best Read More
Travel to the USA holding temporary resident card by lohithkorp
Hello here... Thank you in Advance! :) I would like to know the possibility and procedure to apply for a visiting VISA to the USA. I am currently living with my family in Belgium with a Work permit and the Alien Resident Card (the temporary ...
If I remember well, your resident status in Belgium doesn't matter to the American government. You need to get a visa with your Indian passport. Of course, in some way, your situation could help to get the visa but the process rains the same if ... Read More
Tax Already Paid - Website to Check by sandym007
Dear Expats, Is there any website or online portal to check the tax already paid in the current financial year ?
So, share with for everybody here your knowledge about the Belgian tax system. Read More
Work at the Brussels airport. Where to rent apartment? by sebastiandar
Hi, I wonder if you could help me. I'm starting work mid July at one of the companies located in Zaventem airport. I wonder if someone could recommend some good neighborhood in Brussels to rent apartment that would not be far away from the ...
I lived for one year and half in Evere, where the buses to airport cross. It's a good place and you can find good apartment offers around. Luck! Read More
Bank refused credit card application because I am Syrian! by Waleedov
After trying to apply online for 3 times and getting a generic refusal message with no specific reason, I went to the bank branch to ask. An the beginning, the employee himself didn't understand why my application is refused as I am meeting all ...
Try the N26. It's an electronic bank based in Germany. I'm using for a long time and I never had any issues with them. Read More
Accomodation reqd. for long term in Brussels
Try https://www.spotahome.com/brussels/for-rent:apartments Read More
Proof of relationship by the Belgian law by pmichelazzo
Hi there, I'm a dual passport holder (Italian and Brazilian) and my partner, who we have a 7-years relationship, is only Brazilian. Between 2014-2016 we lived in Malta and for her get the residence card (thirt-country national family member), ...
Hi, I read that but is not enough. I've been on the maison communale of mu community and they give me the information that I can use the same papers and options that I used in Malta (visas, air tickets, etc). Also, in my case, she can use her ... Read More
Proof of relationship by the Belgian law
Hi there, I'm a dual passport holder (Italian and Brazilian) and my partner, who we have a 7-years relationship, is only Brazilian. Between 2014-2016 we lived in Malta and for her get the residence card (thirt-country national family member), ... Read More
Travel to other European countries with a Belgium D Visa. by kavind
Hi, I am an Indian Citizen. I reached Brussels last week on a D visa in which it is mentioned as valid for "Belgique". It is not mentioned as "Schengen" anywhere in the stamp. I do not have a separate valid schengen visa now. So ...
This FAQ can help too: https://eeas.europa.eu/sites/eeas/files/frequently_asked_questions_en.pdf 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? ...
Well, a true post from someone naive. The world is the same, not only Malta. Every place have problems, every place have idiots, every place have good and bad side. If you're looking for a place without it, someone told me that heaven could be ... Read More
Schengen Visa Help??? by HarryWinter
Hi I actually want to visit the Netherlands to go visit a friend of mine who I'm romantically involved. I have all the documents required for the visit to the Netherlands, but unfortunately I don't have proof of employment nor am I a ...
Yes, you have a problem with it. The rules are the same for a Brazilian on the Schengen area. We have 3 months of VISA for each six months. I tried contacting the immigration and the federal police but they are either unreachable or unwilling to ... Read More
Can you get Maltese Citizenship if you already have Citizenship? by mobilephone
Hello all Just curious to know if a UK citizen was to move to Malta if they at some point could apply for Maltese Citizenship? does Malta allow a person to have another citizenship and to gain Maltese citizenship (if they qualify ofcourse). As I ...
You can find all informations about this topic here: https://identitymalta.com/dualmultiple-citizenship/ Cheers Read More
non-EU spouse with EU citizen by mirosko
Hi all I have been doing research on what it takes to move to Malta and it looks easy for me as an EU citizen. The problem comes with bringing my partner with me who is from New Zealand. From what I've found it seems that I have to apply for ...
Me and my wife are not "legally" married and we use to take the residence some proofs like passport stamps with our travels together, air tickets receipts where I pay her ticket or she pay my ticket, the rental agreement on both names and ... Read More
Non EU wife work permit
The page below and the FAQ related can help you with this question: http://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/residence/family-residence-rights/non-eu-wife-husband-children/index_en.htm Read More
My Maltese job offer has been withdrawn by Scopas
Hi guys, I am seeking for your advice here as I recently moved to Malta under the promise (signed job offer) of a pretty decent job for which I quid from my previous one in the UK. Things started to turn weird when they postponed the starting date ...
First of all, I'm sorry for your situation. I had one on the same way some years ago and my enemies don't deserve something like this. But, just in case, and to leave registered for others on the future, here is the problem: "because ... Read More
Asking about Applying Visa to Malta by Sissy09
Hello There , First of all I am here to ask about my visa case. Im A Filipina and asking if i can still apply again for another visa going Malta. My Problem is. I applied last time a Visa going malta here in Vfs Global here in philipines last ...
I just understand some parts. They can and they can't. Nobody knows. Read More
Asking the best way for the Malta Visa by RayAucote
As there seem to be no takers on this, please take a look the the following pages which should answer most of your questions. https://identitymalta.com/citizenships-expatriates/ Good luck. Ray
This doesn't change anything in Malta. You cannot go there and take a visa without marry there, period. Read More
Asking the best way for the Malta Visa by RayAucote
As there seem to be no takers on this, please take a look the the following pages which should answer most of your questions. https://identitymalta.com/citizenships-expatriates/ Good luck. Ray
He don't need any kind of "approve" to marry. He can marry anyone, anytime, anywhere without to ask "permission". Read More
Asking the best way for the Malta Visa by RayAucote
As there seem to be no takers on this, please take a look the the following pages which should answer most of your questions. https://identitymalta.com/citizenships-expatriates/ Good luck. Ray
What's "legal capacity"? Read More
Asking the best way for the Malta Visa by RayAucote
As there seem to be no takers on this, please take a look the the following pages which should answer most of your questions. https://identitymalta.com/citizenships-expatriates/ Good luck. Ray
Yes and no. You need to set the same process in Malta but, if the government see that's a "marriage of convenience", you can be guilt of an offence and take two yeas in prison. Please, read ... Read More
Asking the best way for the Malta Visa by RayAucote
As there seem to be no takers on this, please take a look the the following pages which should answer most of your questions. https://identitymalta.com/citizenships-expatriates/ Good luck. Ray
This kind of relationship does not give you option for a VISA, except if you have more than three years together with proofs of the relationship. Read More
Malta airport arrivals
When I have flights arriving late, I always book a car with this guys: http://www.williamsgarage.com/ Read More
Extortionate food prices - any tips? by blackangelheart
Perhaps I shouldn't be writing this in the heat of the moment, but I just got back from my local greengrocer-slash-minimart having paid a fortune (again!) for fruit & veg. One bloody apple cost me €0.63 and it's not coated with ...
Just for reference, I pay: € 1.50/kg apple € 1.00/kg pear (seasonal) € 1.50/kg orange € 1.00 big head of lettuce € 1.00/kg potato € 1.50/kg carrots € 1.50/kg tomato € 3.50/kg italian grapes For me ... Read More
13th month pay by Maleko
Hi, Is 13th month pay common in Malta for companies doing software/web? :/ Thanks !
Regular employees in Brazil have the 13º salary, payed 40% until de November, 20 and 60% until December, 15. The government emplyoees have 14º salary too. Read More
Unlimited internet
Melita, but you need to read the small words on the Traffic Management Policy. Read More
New buses routes, lines and time.
Fellows, On the next Sunday we have changes on the public transport system. New lines replacing old lines, new routes and changes on the frequency of some routes. Take a loot at http://news.transport.gov.mt/ Cheers Read More
Bugibba advice?
Hi 1) It's busy but I don't know what's "super busy". The square is crazy and the seashore too. After the season, it's quite and pleasant. 2) A lot. IMHO the expats community is big around Buggiba. 3) IMHO if you need to ... Read More
Halloween in Malta by lottelita
So, apparently, my children's school mates have informed them there is no trick or treating or other Halloween celebrations to any extent on the island. My kids are bummed! Do your kids go trick or treating anywhere on the island? Maybe ...
Yes, fortunately 'Trick or Treat' has not spread to the islands! :DOh no that's just terrible not sure how I will sleep at night - lol I hate trick or treatersMe either. I just get the treaters :) Read More
Tallinja card 10 Euro top up - 10 euro free! by F0xgl0ve
Until the end of October (or until the money runs out), if you top up your card by 10 euros or more you will receive 10 euros free, details on website and in press. Ray
Did you read the rules? "To benefit from this offer, Tallinja card holders must top up with €10 or more between 18 September and 31 October 2015 and travel by bus at least once during the same period. The €10 bonus credit will be ... Read More
IP camera + Dyndns.+ Melita by RASTAVIPER
I would like to bring my Ip camera, which I was using fine with the dyndns service, before I move to Malta. The problem in Malta is that the Melita's router doesn't support dyndns. Should I add a second router in bridge mode or there is any ...
Don't try to understand Melita. They don't know how to make business. Just to change a contract (personal to a business plan), they spend 5 months with 6 different mistakes. The personal plan, for me, was useless. Drop signal, low transfer ... Read More
IP camera + Dyndns.+ Melita by RASTAVIPER
I would like to bring my Ip camera, which I was using fine with the dyndns service, before I move to Malta. The problem in Malta is that the Melita's router doesn't support dyndns. Should I add a second router in bridge mode or there is any ...
Melita website is a piece of... (like 98% of business websites in Malta). Check the business plans. Upper right corner. Read More
IP camera + Dyndns.+ Melita by RASTAVIPER
I would like to bring my Ip camera, which I was using fine with the dyndns service, before I move to Malta. The problem in Malta is that the Melita's router doesn't support dyndns. Should I add a second router in bridge mode or there is any ...
Take a plan with a static IP. I'm paying € 45/mo (inc. VAT) for 60mbps. Read More
Kodi/XBMC users by F0xgl0ve
Any one who uses Kodi / XBMC for there TV and Films, be aware that the latest update for the Genesis add-on to Version 5 will remove your ability to download anything. If you really want to be able to carry on downloading from Genesis you will have ...
Why not Popcorn? https://popcorntime.io/ Read More
VPN - Malta server by kiwi dan
Hi Does anyone know of a free (preferably) vpn I can use that will allow me to select Malta as a location? Trying to sign up to Maltapark to buy something! Many thanks in advance, Dan
Try it: https://www.hidemyass.com/proxy Read More
How not to apply for E-Residence !
Just training for the next bullfight :D Read More
Safety in Malta by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Malta? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
For me, it's a safe place. Just take the regular procedures used in any place. How I came from a violent country, nothing scare me here ;) Read More
A lawyer for a fight against an air company
Fellows, Someone can suggest a lawyer in Malta for a fight against an EU air company? Thanks. Read More
price of cigarettes and tobacco in St Julian's
You have machines selling cigarretes everywhere (groceries, bars, etc). I know that the cigarretes here in less expensive that other EU countries but more expensive that Turkey and Romania (coutries where I bought cigarretes). A pack of Marlboro ... Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
I received my card today and everything's fine. Now, let's test inside a bus in July ;) Read More
Renting a property - Can anyone recommend an estate agent, please. by kmc
Hi Good forum; thanks! We are looking at moving to Malta and seeing info. on this forum I'm a little concerned about the pitfalls/problems experienced with landlords. It seems that it maybe best to go through an agent and hope that they'll work ...
Yes, a guy from an agency. I can send the details by PM for you. Regards Read More
Renting a property - Can anyone recommend an estate agent, please. by kmc
Hi Good forum; thanks! We are looking at moving to Malta and seeing info. on this forum I'm a little concerned about the pitfalls/problems experienced with landlords. It seems that it maybe best to go through an agent and hope that they'll work ...
HI, When I was planning to move to Malta, I saw a lot of real estate agents on the web but, when I start to contact them asking about the properties, always I received a negative answer. Sometimes was rented, sometimes they don't remember the ... Read More
Customers Review : Melita worst Inetrent Service Provider by Darlin
Hi folks yesterday I got this email from Melita : [code]Dear Mr xxxxxx Kindly note that Melita's records are showing that your internet usage (Download and/or Upload) for Account ID xxxxxx is well above the average amount of data used by all ...
Yes, that's the point. They have bandwidth but they don't have power processing. Read More
Customers Review : Melita worst Inetrent Service Provider by Darlin
Hi folks yesterday I got this email from Melita : [code]Dear Mr xxxxxx Kindly note that Melita's records are showing that your internet usage (Download and/or Upload) for Account ID xxxxxx is well above the average amount of data used by all ...
Deithrian, believe me, it's true. After 25 years working with Internet, this was the best excuse that I heard from a communication provider. After that, I ask them: "so, I can send 50 dual-layer Blu-ray discs, right? (~2.5 TB size)" ... Read More
Customers Review : Melita worst Inetrent Service Provider by Darlin
Hi folks yesterday I got this email from Melita : [code]Dear Mr xxxxxx Kindly note that Melita's records are showing that your internet usage (Download and/or Upload) for Account ID xxxxxx is well above the average amount of data used by all ...
In my case they gave me an answer: "you use too much upstream bandwidth to send small files for the web" (I'm a web developer and yes, I send a lot of files for the web, all of them with a small size). To "solve" the problem, ... Read More
Customers Review : Melita worst Inetrent Service Provider by Darlin
Hi folks yesterday I got this email from Melita : [code]Dear Mr xxxxxx Kindly note that Melita's records are showing that your internet usage (Download and/or Upload) for Account ID xxxxxx is well above the average amount of data used by all ...
Don't worry, they can be worst! The My Melita is a piece of sh... made by amateurs, the support system is close of nothing. I spent 5 months to correct my bill when I changed my plan (by the same "problem" that you had) because they ... Read More
Residence Card - Waiting Time by hallonsaft
Hi all. I would like an opinion/help. My boyfriend, a Swedish national, has submitted the application and all related documents for the residence card (self-sufficiency category) last January. He was told that within around 8 weeks he would get ...
Forget the emails, they don't answer. He need to go at the office and ask "live". My process was "forget" in some desk for 2 months. After I ask them face by face, I receive the letter to pick up the ID in one week. Cheers, Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
yes enter the one ending in a make sure its a capital in the maltese id box do not untick then on the next page enter the number which is prefixed mt (without the mt)Thanks Robpw2, now it's ok. best Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
Ropw2, Did you have success with your Id number yet? I tried today and all numbers of my ID is "invalid". Thanks Read More
VAT, SSC or what? by pmichelazzo
Dear friends, I was looking the forum trying to find someone with a case like mine but I can't. That's the situation: - I was born in Brazil of a Italian family and I have both citizenships. - I'm living in Malta and I have a maltese ...
Redmik, thak you for this info. Now I know the differences between both documents. Regards Read More
VAT, SSC or what? by pmichelazzo
Dear friends, I was looking the forum trying to find someone with a case like mine but I can't. That's the situation: - I was born in Brazil of a Italian family and I have both citizenships. - I'm living in Malta and I have a maltese ...
Hi people, Just for clarification because I think that I can't express in a good way: Today, I'm lucky because I'm not paying taxes in any place in the world because my transition between two diffent countries and realities for tax ... Read More
VAT, SSC or what? by pmichelazzo
Dear friends, I was looking the forum trying to find someone with a case like mine but I can't. That's the situation: - I was born in Brazil of a Italian family and I have both citizenships. - I'm living in Malta and I have a maltese ...
Hi Ricky, I'm sorry for my mistake. I really don't know the differences between the "ID" and "e-residence". For me, the card that I have is an ID. I'm sorry for that. I know that I need to pay taxes and I don't ... Read More
VAT, SSC or what? by pmichelazzo
Dear friends, I was looking the forum trying to find someone with a case like mine but I can't. That's the situation: - I was born in Brazil of a Italian family and I have both citizenships. - I'm living in Malta and I have a maltese ...
Hi Ricky, thanks for the answer. My ID is valid until 2019 (is the residence card with a chip behind) and I have the top health insurance of Elmo that I need to renew only in September. I work with Internet consultancy, mostly e-commece ... Read More
VAT, SSC or what?
Dear friends, I was looking the forum trying to find someone with a case like mine but I can't. That's the situation: - I was born in Brazil of a Italian family and I have both citizenships. - I'm living in Malta and I have a maltese ... Read More
Cost of living in Malta 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Malta in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Malta you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Malta? > accommodation prices > ...
Sometimes yes. For one person without luxury, is fair possible. Regards Read More
2nd attempt non eu spouse by ozzy500
Hey guys, I posted a few days back trying to get some information about a non eu spouse (myself) and my British wife moving to Malta. I git a couple if helpful answers but in the end my thread got wayyyy off topic by other members and I left ...
My personal experience with the subject: I'm Italian and she's Brazilian. We was living in Brazil before move to Malta. She came with the tourist visa (90 days for Brazilians) and me, of course, with my italian passport. I rent an ... Read More
Sad day for the forum by tearnet
I posted some jokes on the forum this morning to give people a giggle before breakfast.... The usual English humour type jokes regarding an English man, Irish man, Indian woman and (how dare I ) one about a Muslim, Shock horror..... They were not ...
What's the world coming with the intolerance? A new "final solution". Read More
Why Do People Move Abroad To Be Surrounded By ExPats? by Chardor
This is a genuine question for a blog that I do, and wanted to get some feedback from those who have moved but prefer to be with their own nationality and the reasons for their decision. All replies are for reference, no names or places will be ...
Particularly I prefer to live and meet people that don't have the same nationalities. I don't know why but I think this is because I love the differences. I lived in Southeast Asia twice and I learned a lot about the differences of races, ... Read More
Employment status change by mantonas
Hi all, quick question! I used to work as a self-employed but my work contract ended couple of weeks ago but I have found a new job, which I will start on the 3rd of November. I will be working for an online gaming company based in Malta but not as ...
Hi Mantonas, good to hear that you found a new job. Good look there! Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
Hi guys, just for an update. In the last week I got my ID after 69 days. This is not so bad :) Just in case to help others here in the forum, I will like to explain some situations and tricks about my process. I applied over the self-suficient ... Read More
Conversation English teacher around St. Paul's Bay
Dear friends, My wife is looking for a conversation teacher for private lessons around St. Paul's Bay. She's studying in a school but just grammar. Someone? Read More
Melita offer of Fibre Powered Internet, cheaper than normal internet?
The answer is "yes". The cost to maintain a structure over fiber is less than over cable and you can manage the signal better and delivery all the speed that the customer sign. I use fiber here and I don't have problems but I ... Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
I'm not a lucky man :sosad: Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
Hahahaha, you forget the comma :) two hundred and twelve euros/year :) Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
Rob, believe me, 212,00 euros for 1 year insurance is cheap (for me). In Brazil I had a private healthcare where I pay around 100 euros/month and in every assistance or emergency, I need to pay a little bit more (they call it "sharing ... Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
Yes, make a double check. What I know is some friends change their plans to Ireland because they can work there and not here. But, things change ;) Lucky! Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
Wow, where you can buy a house with that? Give me 3, please ;) Read More
NON EU - CITIZEN coming to Malta for study purposes by turifk
Hi all! I just wanted to confirm a few things as I will be coming to Malta in September for the duration of a year for study purposes. The visa I will be applying for is a long stay visa, and I understand that once I arrive I will need to drop off ...
You need to apply for a student visa. When you arrive and start the studies, your school give you a letter with all information about the course (length, dates, etc). With this letter, your insurance and your documents (also the study form ... Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
Thanks Mantonas, I will read it! Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
Sounds good ;) Just another question (this is a challenge, right :) My partner is not EU-national but "family member" of a EU-national. Her tourist visa it's almost in the end and I feel that she don't receive the ID until ... Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
Yes, in person. I made two "dossiers"; one for me and one for my partner (she is a "family member"). The girl in the corner check the documents and made some questions (proof of relationship, the most). After that she told me to ... Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
Hehehe Mantonas, ok. It's strange because in Brazil we need three or four proofs of anything, with copies and copies of the copies :) Thanks man! Read More
e-residency how long til you got yours? by robpw2
everytime the post bringer comes , i get all excited in hope that i shall have notification my id card is ready to pick up ..its only been 4 weeks but one of my husbands collegues says theirs only took 3 weeks. how long did people have to wait ...
I've applied to my ID today and the people told me that I can receive a letter in one or two months. Well... ok :) But I'm a little bit concerned about one question: nobody gave me any kind of confirmation that they received my documents. ... Read More
lots of questions....hopefully you have some answers? by adalai
Hi good evening, My partner and I are english and have been living now in Holland for 5 years and plan to move to beautiful Malta this October, We have applied for lots of jobs so we are confident something will come up but we seem to be facing ...
I think mantonas is right. The first place that I visited when I arrived in Malta, the agent was show me an apartment when the proprietary receive a call from a girl to deal the contract. Sha was been there 30 minutes before me. Also, I saw another ... Read More
Future - Maltese - Wannabe
I can't talk so much about this subject because I'm waiting my first winter here in the island, but some places to search is maltapark.com and maltajobs.com.mt Also, here in the forum you can find more advices. Cheers Read More