Mick Cundy
@GuestPoster566
English expat in Malta
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Registration: 18 October 2012
Travel document for a baby born in Malta by mantonas
Hi, after being away from the forum for quite a while due to professional reasons, I am back now with a question and I wonder if any of you could give me some directions. Me and my partner are both Portuguese and we have a baby girl who was born ...
My apologies, it just shows how much misinformation is out there. http://awesomeshit.ninja/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/abraham-lincoln-quote-internet-hoax-fake.jpg Read More
Hunting. by GuestPoster566
The phrase 'hoist by his own petard' springs to mind (very appropriately considering this is Malta) ;) On Facebook, man arraigned for the illegal shooting of a cuckoo had promised to uphold the law shortly after the Maltese voted to ...
I am waiting but not holding my breath for the PM to close the season, as he said he would, in the event of any breaches. Read More
Travel document for a baby born in Malta by mantonas
Hi, after being away from the forum for quite a while due to professional reasons, I am back now with a question and I wonder if any of you could give me some directions. Me and my partner are both Portuguese and we have a baby girl who was born ...
My information is from a page annotated: The EmbassyPage for Malta was last updated 11 April 2015. Without wishing to patronise: A consulate is a small official office of a country in another and usually do not do all of the jobs of an ... Read More
Travel document for a baby born in Malta by mantonas
Hi, after being away from the forum for quite a while due to professional reasons, I am back now with a question and I wonder if any of you could give me some directions. Me and my partner are both Portuguese and we have a baby girl who was born ...
Portugal's consulate in Valletta is the only Portuguese representation in Malta. Portuguese Consulate 36A Archbishop Street Valletta VLT 08 Malta TELEPHONE(+356) 212 47 109 Read More
Best Android Box by reggietarrent
Dear Malta People I'm looking at getting an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general ...
Your advice and opinions has helped me, a lot. I have also taken copies of it all for future reference, thanks. :top: Read More
Rainbow crossing Floriana by robpw2
To support LGBT rights around the world various towns and cities have been painting a Zebra crossing rainbow colours similar to that of the LGBT pride flag. Whilst in Floriana today just down the road from Valletta we noticed they have also done ...
I shall look out for it today. Read More
Hunting.
The phrase 'hoist by his own petard' springs to mind (very appropriately considering this is Malta) ;) On Facebook, man arraigned for the illegal shooting of a cuckoo had promised to uphold the law shortly after the Maltese voted to ... Read More
Camping in Gozo by pevi
Hello everyone, we would like to try camping in Gozo with our kids. I have read somewhere that there is no official camping site in Gozo, but permits can be obtained from local councils. Has anyone tried this? Also even if there is no camping site, ...
Found this: In Gozo, there are many scenic areas where one can set up his own tent. Amongst the most popular spots are Dwejra, Dahlet Qorrot and Wied il-Ghasri area. Comino is ideal to place a tent as the island is uninhabited and offers some ... Read More
Best plaice to live with a child when working at airport. by sergiopuy
Hi everyone, My wife and I have decided to relocate to Malta from Ireland. I have recently been offered a job that we agreed on taking and are now looking for the best place to live given our situation. My job would be based in the Skyparks ...
Best compromise? Marsaskala without doubt for your requirements. Read More
Best Android Box by reggietarrent
Dear Malta People I'm looking at getting an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general ...
Nothing and a PC manages a lot better too. As Toon says, it's about ease of access, especially for non PC type people. I use MagBox, PC, laptop and tablet, depends where I am and what else I'm doing at the same time but my wife uses MagBox ... Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
Certainly not stating it is, just remembering just about every open space having netting to catch them, even on roadsides,, anywhere and everywhere I would see them. (Back to the 70's mind.) Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
Unfortunately I must agree. Gozo is rife with hunters; a sad reflection on their cultural values. As one woman told me 'every man must have his hobby'. That is how it is considered here. :mad: Yet, I still remember all the netting of ... Read More
Lots of Questions! EU non EU Spouse by Jasminej
Me- US Husband- UK Kids- US My husband and I are living in the US and considering moving to Malta in September. I have several questions. I'm not sure if it would be better for us to to file for residency or use the self sufficiency option. ...
The fact that you are married to an EU citizen should help overcome many possible obstructions to your plans. 1. Self sufficiency is one of the groups for application for eResidency. See this: ... Read More
Malta GC. Commemorative Ceremony - today.
My uncle was there. He fought here from 1941 - 1943. Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
This continues under a 'derogation' of an EU Policy and of course the EU is doing nothing abut it. Malta should abide by the EU’s Birds’ Directive which expressly forbids spring hunting and trapping. But Malta has exercised its ... Read More
Malta GC. Commemorative Ceremony - today.
Ceremony today but award dated 15th April 1942. http://www.chevron.co.uk/images/0/0/gc.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3055/2368841276_14e293b874_b.jpg Read More
Best Android Box by reggietarrent
Dear Malta People I'm looking at getting an Android box and it is my understanding that there is a number of boxes available. I know the quality boxes can vary and have different software on them so I was wondering if there is a general ...
Yes, I get all Sky, Eurosport, BT Sport and Thai HD UK football coverage (Sky by any other name and in English) Oh and every other channel I could get on Sky in the UK. NTV provide a good service. You provide the PC, laptop or Box. NOT tablet, ... Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
You mistake realistic opinion with jaded views. I agree, I also cannot stand 'whingers' or people who try to change the way a 'host' country does things. However, when asked, people deserve to know the reality and people are ... Read More
can i trust these estate ads ? by btttldmr
Hi Everybody I would like to know something if anyone help me i will be very happy , as i check real estate agency i found many house in my budget any area however , when i check maltapark and other webpage house rent is expensive than my budget ...
No, you cannot trust them. Simple as. Now, read all the postings in the Accommodation, Cost of living and all the other links which you will find at the top right of the page. All the information is there. Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
'sunmaverick' seems to live in Qwara. For sale or rent though? Read More
Medicines Information Database by GuestPoster566
Details of all the medicinal products authorised to be placed on the market in Malta together with the product information are available on the Medicines Database. Should you wish to have a full list of all products, select whether you require a ...
Buy it from a pharmacy here. Why buy from UK? Read More
Looking for a summer job in Malta
Yes as priority is given to Maltese, then EU and then non EU. And it is legal to do so. In fact that is how it must be done. Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
I know but every little helps Read More
Charity shops on Malta by kmc
We've a number of bags of good second-hand clothes and shoes that are looking for a home - I've tried looking for shops (other than to animal charities - ie cancer, heart foundation etc) or the asylum seekers in order to donate but there ...
Where are you? Try this: http://www.findit.com.mt/en/directory/644/0/0/charities.htm Or speak with the Parish Priest. Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
So am I. We have small ashtrays that we carry around so we do not discard our butts anywhere we should not. Dangerous to bird life also as birds often mistake butts for bread and butts do not degrade. Better stop there before I get done for going ... Read More
Room prices in Malta
I have PM'd you. Also read the forum, look under subject headings. There is already a lot of information here. 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 > ...
I have sent you a private message, contact that person because I also know he also has other connections that could help you. Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
What you seem to fail to understand is that not abiding by compulsory seat belts or compulsory crash helmets or any other law designed to regulate personal behaviour does have an impact upon others, in terms of cost and resources of the NHS. Also, ... Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
I bet too, interesting reading about some shenanigans going on at some polling stations. 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 > ...
Iza.............Our 3 bed apartment, 1 en suite, etc = 350 per month. (Less an amount to compensate for elec/water charges) I have PM'd you. EB Member = Expat.com Member. 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
I have no problem with the taste of the water but others do, it's simply a matter of taste. Read More
What are the positives to living in Malta? by Wanderlust1
Guys I've heard so much negative stuff about living in Malta, but what are the positives? As I've mentioned before on other posts my circumstances are this... The UK based company that I already work for have offered me a promotion if ...
I could also relate incidents very similar to Pig Ear's; overwhelming kindness and excellent treatment, healthwise, here on Gozo. Read More
What are the positives to living in Malta? by Wanderlust1
Guys I've heard so much negative stuff about living in Malta, but what are the positives? As I've mentioned before on other posts my circumstances are this... The UK based company that I already work for have offered me a promotion if ...
You're weird!! :lol:Yep! :top: Read More
What are the positives to living in Malta? by Wanderlust1
Guys I've heard so much negative stuff about living in Malta, but what are the positives? As I've mentioned before on other posts my circumstances are this... The UK based company that I already work for have offered me a promotion if ...
Onanisland wrote ' the one thing which I had never heard of was its nickname as the Marmite Island. You will either absolutely love it, or absolutely hate it' I hate Marmite but quite like Twiglets ;) Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
It is obviously not on the horrendous scale of Hillsborough 15th April 1989 (96 RIP) but for me there are similarities. 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 ...
Your profile states Iceland and you didn't say. I have PM's you. 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 ...
Pleeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaase; do look around here at the Forum Categories and then come back with specific questions. All that information is already here. Like for example: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=62416 Just one of many. Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
I too noticed that some apparently irresponsible posts had been removed. I think 'redders' is on a 'wind up' here. Read More
sponsored by my Swiss partner? by Pajarita42
Hello Everyone! Happens that I've been living in Malta the last 8 months and 3 days ago they decided to deny my visa, soooooooo my Swiss partner wants to apply for a sponsorship for I'm from Costa Rica (third world country). Is that possible? ...
Have you thought about going back to Costa Rica and then starting the process over again? I'm sure you would be able to go; as in, not stop you leaving. 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 ...
Don't bother until you get here, the market is such that any enquiry will usually be ignored and anything offered will be gone by the time you get here. Read More
moving by spandy61
Wonder if any of you can give advice. I am a Bus driver in the uk and i have emailed Bus/coach companies in Malta to see if they employ English drivers, most have been back to me to say i should call in and see them when i arrive in malta, however ...
If you come over and are NOT working and register for eResidence using an S1 (ie you receive a State Pension) then you can get assessed for Sched V and get medication free of charge, if prescribed AND on a list of approved medicines. If you are ... Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
The Scottish company, McGills, that conducted a feasibility study heavily criticised the infrastructure (or more correctly, the lack of it) and stated that unless the Government invested and that was improved they would not continue. There was also ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Got to agree, it is a relatively simple matter that is much misunderstood. Read More
prepaid cards comparison by g4jnw
I would like to compare pre paid cards as I'm not sure I'm getting the best rate on euro. I use the caxton fx euro card, if I were to load it today I would get the rate of 1.347 EUR and the interbank rate is 1.38 so obviously the difference ...
You're so moneysupermarket.com :cool: Also try http://prepaid-debit-cards-review.toptenreviews.com/ So many comparison sites out there. I am not going to post such details here. I would suggest this forum is for comparing experiences on ... Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
That just does not make any sense to me at all. How can one drive in a 'politically correct' manner? And, if anyone thinks driving is bad here now, should have experienced it some 37 - 10 years ago!! Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
Who? Us? If you don't want email notifications then turn it off in your settings. Glad we have been able to help you. We have appreciated the opportunity. We hope you have too. Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
Do not expect websites to be updated out here. Not even 'official' ones. Don't expect replies to emails either. Read More
Looking for a place to stay
Merħba SahhaDS. Sorry but you do not give enough information and you do not ask any specific questions. So, please give more information and be more specific with your questions. Start a business? What type of business? Healthy food guide? ... Read More
moving by spandy61
Wonder if any of you can give advice. I am a Bus driver in the uk and i have emailed Bus/coach companies in Malta to see if they employ English drivers, most have been back to me to say i should call in and see them when i arrive in malta, however ...
I would suggest you read an article I wrote but it has disappeared! If it comes back I'll link it. Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Oh dear, how could he defraud you? In several different ways. And, do not expect any legal backing or restitution at all. Read More
moving by spandy61
Wonder if any of you can give advice. I am a Bus driver in the uk and i have emailed Bus/coach companies in Malta to see if they employ English drivers, most have been back to me to say i should call in and see them when i arrive in malta, however ...
If you have a pre-existing medical condition for which you are receiving medication before moving to Malta ensure you have a maximum supply of that medication. I also strongly advise you to bring copies of medical records, copies of prescriptions or ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
I absolutely urge you NOT to go with this, for all the reasons mentioned by Toon. Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
I absolutely urge you NOT to go with this, for all the reasons mentioned by Toon. Read More
UK pension changes let the vultures descend by robpw2
Whilst I appreciate than changes will be a good thing I see estate agents are now rubbing their hands with glee as people cash In their pension savings to invest in a property market that they don't fully understand ...
What many, who elect to cash in, could find, to their cost, is a huge tax bill. As for buying out here? DON'T!!! (I do accept there are some exceptions but the majority do and will, rue the day.) Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
so having exhausted all reasonable avenues to obtain the correct residential tariff with the LL permission and he still refuses - would you just sit back and accept it pay considerably more or do something about it..... no matter what....and in all ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
I also think that unfortunately life would become very difficult for the tenant if they chose to take that line of action, very difficult indeed. Read More
moveing by normdaddy
want to move to Malta me and wife I am 62 wife 59 wood like to move in a couple of years I will get pension credit in march my wife takes tables and I do and my wife is getting disability living allowance sa my wife is registered as disabled can ...
'normdaddy' Also read this: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=370643 Read More
moveing by normdaddy
want to move to Malta me and wife I am 62 wife 59 wood like to move in a couple of years I will get pension credit in march my wife takes tables and I do and my wife is getting disability living allowance sa my wife is registered as disabled can ...
And this article from 12 years earlier!!!!! So no change there then (actually it's gettingworse). http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20020708/local/opposition-growing-to-new-pavements-fad.171453 Read More
moveing by normdaddy
want to move to Malta me and wife I am 62 wife 59 wood like to move in a couple of years I will get pension credit in march my wife takes tables and I do and my wife is getting disability living allowance sa my wife is registered as disabled can ...
'normdaddy' See this article, from Times of Malta. Nov 2014. http://292fc373eb1b8428f75b-7f75e5eb51943043279413a54aaa858a.r38.cf3.rackcdn.com/c56a723093acc4f464319fd295443d4b6b06d8d7-1417158253-54781e6d-360x251.jpg Do I have a right to walk ... Read More
moveing by normdaddy
want to move to Malta me and wife I am 62 wife 59 wood like to move in a couple of years I will get pension credit in march my wife takes tables and I do and my wife is getting disability living allowance sa my wife is registered as disabled can ...
The extent of any mobility disability will affect different people in different ways. Please note that my comments were about wheelchair users. However, both my wife and I have mobility issues, (we have a wheelchair but do not use it), yet we still ... Read More
France air space and controllers strike.
Controllers will strike on 10 days between next Wednesday and 2 May, starting with a 48-hour stoppage. If the strike goes ahead, the French Civil Aviation Authority will assess how much capacity non-striking controllers can handle. By Tuesday ... Read More
moveing by normdaddy
want to move to Malta me and wife I am 62 wife 59 wood like to move in a couple of years I will get pension credit in march my wife takes tables and I do and my wife is getting disability living allowance sa my wife is registered as disabled can ...
I do NOT recommend Malta for anyone with a mobility disability, especially if they are a wheelchair user. Pavements, where they exist are narrow, obstructed, and like many of the roads pot holed. Even able bodied have to walk in the roads often than ... Read More
moving & working for a 6 month period
There is an abundance of information already here so look for it under the Forum Categories links. Also read these two articles: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=370643 https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=425461 Read More
Events for easter in Malta? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am trying to find what events and activities there is in Malta this easter, but besides one website, and some casual news in the newspaper, I cannot find any good site that lists them all. On whatsonmalta.com, they omit a large amount (such ...
On Gozo. The first edition of the Gozo Easter Festival – Grand Easter Pageant, is taking place in Victory Square Xaghra, on Easter Sunday – A celebration of the Resurrection. “Where are you coming from? Where are you ... Read More
Events for easter in Malta? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am trying to find what events and activities there is in Malta this easter, but besides one website, and some casual news in the newspaper, I cannot find any good site that lists them all. On whatsonmalta.com, they omit a large amount (such ...
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Events for easter in Malta? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am trying to find what events and activities there is in Malta this easter, but besides one website, and some casual news in the newspaper, I cannot find any good site that lists them all. On whatsonmalta.com, they omit a large amount (such ...
On Gozo. The very popular, annual Easter Egg Hunt event, organised by the Ghajnsielem Local Council, is taking place on Easter Sunday, between 2pm and 5pm, at Pjazza 10 ta’ Dicembru Ghajnsielem, next to Bethlehem’s entrance. There will ... Read More
Jobs in Malta by Ramesh1973
I am Ramesh I am a software engineer in testing having the 10 yrs of exp....will I get the job if Yes . What would be my earnings and how is cost of living.
Yes, that is what I wrote. Read More
Events for easter in Malta? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am trying to find what events and activities there is in Malta this easter, but besides one website, and some casual news in the newspaper, I cannot find any good site that lists them all. On whatsonmalta.com, they omit a large amount (such ...
See this: http://www.maltainsideout.com/16784/easter-in-malta-quick-guide-to-holy-week-2015/ Two famous parades take place on Good Friday in Qormi on Good Friday and Easter Sunday in Vittoriosa. Also Xaghra (Gozo). I would suggest that most ... Read More
Cost of living by Amber110
wht average salary of a month would be enough to live in malta For 2 people?
I cannot say, I am retired and no children that age. Read More
Jobs in Malta by Ramesh1973
I am Ramesh I am a software engineer in testing having the 10 yrs of exp....will I get the job if Yes . What would be my earnings and how is cost of living.
If you pay Social Service Contributions, which you should do if employed legally, then family members are covered. They should also apply for and arrange your Work Permit if not EU. (You are Turkish National?) Check that this company is not ... Read More
Cost of living by Amber110
wht average salary of a month would be enough to live in malta For 2 people?
Scrape by - yes. Save - no. Just my opinion. Read More
Events for easter in Malta? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am trying to find what events and activities there is in Malta this easter, but besides one website, and some casual news in the newspaper, I cannot find any good site that lists them all. On whatsonmalta.com, they omit a large amount (such ...
It may be useful to look on your Parish website,Council and Parish Council, assuming they are updated. The activities in our village are promulgated in local shops etc. on flyers. Read More
Cost of Medicines by leemd
Hi Myself and my husband hope to relocate to Gozo next year, we will be very early retirees and have no plans to work but will live off savings for approx 8 years until our private pension kicks in, we will be in our early 50s. I am a diabetic and ...
Yes, I know, I read that which is why I wrote 'if' because others read these posts. E98 is just for me and my needs, it is not for your list of medication which will also depend upon how much of which you take each day and the quantity in ... Read More
Cost of Medicines by leemd
Hi Myself and my husband hope to relocate to Gozo next year, we will be very early retirees and have no plans to work but will live off savings for approx 8 years until our private pension kicks in, we will be in our early 50s. I am a diabetic and ...
Advice. If you have a pre-existing medical condition for which you are receiving medication before moving to Malta ensure you have a maximum supply of that medication. (Usually 2 months of.) I also strongly advise you to bring copies of medical ... Read More
Cost of Medicines by leemd
Hi Myself and my husband hope to relocate to Gozo next year, we will be very early retirees and have no plans to work but will live off savings for approx 8 years until our private pension kicks in, we will be in our early 50s. I am a diabetic and ...
You pay per item (package). Not for diabetes, mine come to about E98 per month. I would expect yours to cost more and prices may vary from time to time. Read More
Cost of Medicines by leemd
Hi Myself and my husband hope to relocate to Gozo next year, we will be very early retirees and have no plans to work but will live off savings for approx 8 years until our private pension kicks in, we will be in our early 50s. I am a diabetic and ...
leemd. I have PM'd you regarding an agent, in case you are still having problems with some. 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 ...
Samantha, agents usually only act for private landlords and do not usually provide any protection for the renter. Agents are usually self employed on a commission only basis. I have PM'd you with a recommendation. Read More
How does the masters by research degree work by jmuthe
I got a Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering in 2005 in the USA, and have worked as an electronic technician since then. However, I want to go back for a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering so that I could be better qualified for an ...
The Facebook page is marked as public so I thought that anybody could join so I am not so sure why they haven't accepted me yet. The 'public' classification only means that anyone can see it, not necessarily join it. Interestingly ... Read More
Autism in Malta by Dave.mn
Hi all! I have been reviewing some of the previous posts and have found the information quite informative, much thanks. I am a Canadian Expatriate who works in Mongolia (on a Fly In/Fly Out job), and we are looking to move out of Canada (for the ...
Dennis Bee, this thread is 5 years old!! Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Have you considered going to an internet cafe to conduct your searches etc? They are cheap enough!!! You could also have read, as previously suggested, item 28 in the article https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=425461 in which it ... Read More
Cost of Medicines by leemd
Hi Myself and my husband hope to relocate to Gozo next year, we will be very early retirees and have no plans to work but will live off savings for approx 8 years until our private pension kicks in, we will be in our early 50s. I am a diabetic and ...
What medication? What is the name of it? Read More
Taxation in Malta by avro698
I have two important pieces of advice for expats new to Malta, concerning purchasing property here and paying tax Firstly, I would advise anyone planning to buy property in Malta to ask the vendor or the estate agent to specify exactly in what year ...
I had already done that. https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=460237 So, I will repost that here: I am NOT a Financial Advisor, I am just another expat. If in doubt seek professional advice. This is my interpretation on Malta tax ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Read this, again. https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=425461 Read More
Taxation in Malta by avro698
I have two important pieces of advice for expats new to Malta, concerning purchasing property here and paying tax Firstly, I would advise anyone planning to buy property in Malta to ask the vendor or the estate agent to specify exactly in what year ...
Basically, any money remitted to Malta has to be declared, unless it's savings, which may be transferred tax free. You do not pay tax on Malta for any UK Government pension payments (or State Pensions) that are taxed in the UK but you will have ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Dishwashers use chemicals other than the usual detergents. Those chemicals will add to the contamination of the water. Read More
Taxation in Malta by avro698
I have two important pieces of advice for expats new to Malta, concerning purchasing property here and paying tax Firstly, I would advise anyone planning to buy property in Malta to ask the vendor or the estate agent to specify exactly in what year ...
Reference to the 'Double Taxation' query and discussion. This is my understanding of the Agreement between Malta and the UK regarding this issue. The Agreement was 'signed off' by Vincent Galea, Commissioner of Inland Revenue, Malta ... 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
My partner was telling the children to not even use the tap water to brush there teeth, surely that's not right, or is it? Not taking sides here. :cool: My wife only uses bottled water to clean teeth, I use the tap water. Simply a matter of ... Read More
Is it this hard finding good apartments right now? by Wrongholebutherewego
Sorry if there are threads. Please redirect me then. I'll have to go in a minute and only have Internet in the apartment I'm staying at. I've spoken to several real estate agents. They say prices have gone up 40 percent the last 6 ...
Are you really surprised that one person tells you one thing and another person tells you different? C'mon, these are sales people, usually on commission and this is Malta. I have PM'd you details of a person I recommend being quite a rare ... Read More
Taxation in Malta by avro698
I have two important pieces of advice for expats new to Malta, concerning purchasing property here and paying tax Firstly, I would advise anyone planning to buy property in Malta to ask the vendor or the estate agent to specify exactly in what year ...
We are and one of them is taxation and how to manage it. Read More
Taxation in Malta by avro698
I have two important pieces of advice for expats new to Malta, concerning purchasing property here and paying tax Firstly, I would advise anyone planning to buy property in Malta to ask the vendor or the estate agent to specify exactly in what year ...
A lot of confusion here, particularly regarding terminology but I know what I have done and what I declared and what I was not taxed on, which was my income remitted to Malta but tax paid in the UK. Read More
Questions about benefits of acquiring the ID Card by MaltaCommando
Hello, a close relative is planning to get a Maltese ID Card in the short future, but after researching for a bit I have found some doubts that it is worth the hassle, so I have a couple of questions; for a british pensioner, that receives part of ...
That's what item 28 refers to Toon. (Though not in that detail, I agree.) Read More
Something for the health conscious to be aware of.
Nine out of 10 urine samples from people in Malta contained traces of the weed killer glyphosate, laboratory tests carried out by Friends of the Earth Malta had shown last year. The confirmation by the World Health Organisation that the ... 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
As I explained I have a sense of humour. Maybe lost in interpretation. I think I have tried to help you. Have you not readall my previous responses? Read More
Are trans fats an issue here! by Wrongholebutherewego
Are they being used or are they banned?
I think it was just a misunderstanding or lost in interpretation. The forum is moderated by several people who are not from here and quite possibly their first language is not English. Also, my sense of humour can be a bit bizarre, often ... Read More
Questions about benefits of acquiring the ID Card by MaltaCommando
Hello, a close relative is planning to get a Maltese ID Card in the short future, but after researching for a bit I have found some doubts that it is worth the hassle, so I have a couple of questions; for a british pensioner, that receives part of ...
Tell your friend to read this: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=370643 No you do not pay less, only if you are resident and the account is in your own name and you qualify. Read this item 28: ... Read More
Supermarket around Gzira? by Wrongholebutherewego
It's me again :D I'm seeing a real estate agent tomorrow and Im still trying to figure out where i wanna live. I'm thinking close to a supermarket would be nice hence considering st Julian's. I'll be working in ta'xbiex ...
See above ;-) Another company called H2O also do this: http://www.h2only.com/contact-us/ Read More
Supermarket around Gzira? by Wrongholebutherewego
It's me again :D I'm seeing a real estate agent tomorrow and Im still trying to figure out where i wanna live. I'm thinking close to a supermarket would be nice hence considering st Julian's. I'll be working in ta'xbiex ...
EcoPure Ltd part of the Farsons group. They offer 10 or 20L containers which we use with a ceramic dispenser. There are various offers with freebies, depending on how many you order. Their email is this: eco@farsons.com Dispenser is similar to ... Read More
Supermarket around Gzira? by Wrongholebutherewego
It's me again :D I'm seeing a real estate agent tomorrow and Im still trying to figure out where i wanna live. I'm thinking close to a supermarket would be nice hence considering st Julian's. I'll be working in ta'xbiex ...
I agree, we do not have a car so likewise do a big shop once a month and have it all delivered. Our water is delivered weekly, exchanging 10L bottles. Read More
Are trans fats an issue here! by Wrongholebutherewego
Are they being used or are they banned?
I am lost to understand why my comments were inappropriate. All I suggested was prepare your own, grow your own and drink only bottled water. Exercise can be gained by shopping frequently and carrying one's own from the shops (rather than have ... 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
No it isn't, it's simples. Drink bottled water, prepare all your own food and grow your own. Buy your own food, fresh, frequently and exercise carrying it home. You can also carry your own air mix too. Read More