MaltaCommando
English expat in Malta
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Lives in St Pauls Bay
Speaks English,Spanish
Registration: 17 February 2013
6 month rule on Brexit 10 years ID cards? by MaltaCommando
My father has a 10 year pos brexit ID card, and is stated that you can be up to 6 month away from Malta. The question is that, as usual, the devil is in the details.Does this mean that he can after 5 months, come for 1 week, and then spend 5 months ...
Many thanks for so many replies. In the end I got a good reply from Identity Malta, telling that you have to be in Malta for 6 months per calendar year. He went away on the 27th of June, so in theory if he comes back from the 2nd to the 10th of ... Read More
6 month rule on Brexit 10 years ID cards?
My father has a 10 year pos brexit ID card, and is stated that you can be up to 6 month away from Malta. The question is that, as usual, the devil is in the details.Does this mean that he can after 5 months, come for 1 week, and then spend 5 months ... Read More
Removal Malta to UK, best companies?
Yes, I am in the unusual situation of a move from Malta to UK. I have been receiving tremendously high quotes, as I have amassed quite some stuff. What company do you recommend me? I have already asked Trotters and DOM. Read More
Application for residency after Brexit stalled?
Hello, my father which is a british national and resident here in Malta applied for the new residency post-brexit when he was told to do so, about in February. From then on, we haven't received any communication. It was said that everything ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Ok, I see. He just went to the doctor feeling ill and he was advised to take this scan. I will explain everything to the Mater Dei and see what goes. Thanks. Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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GozoMo, at the time of the bill he wasn't a resident yet. He got the residence later that year. Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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I have a recent issue; my father has been asked to demonstrate that he was covered by healthcare on June 2016, as he had a scan in that month. At that point he had the European Healthcare card, but he was only asked for the passport. After this, ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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I have a question; in the event of no-deal Brexit, the reciprocal healthcare agreement would mean that UK citizens still get 1 month of free healthcare by just showing the passport as before? because for what I've read, in the maltese government ... Read More
Dentists? by Burke92
How is the dentists in Malta, is they any in Sliema.. Could an Expat be able to visit and get appointments? and what is the cost roughly?
I recommend you Demajo dentist in Gzira. Their price has gone up considerably, but I have tried 2 other dentists, and I cannot recommend them. I still have a caries from Camilleri dentist in StPauls Bay, that he told me "it is just a ... Read More
Market Stalls
I think that the market on Birgu on sundays, is free for everyone, just go there and put your stuff there. In Marsaskala, the car boot sale there I think it is 10 € for sellers. Read More
How to be well informed about upcoming events?
Thank you, will try both. Read More
How to be well informed about upcoming events?
Hello, I write this because I find very difficult to keep on track of all events going on the island. Things like fairs, reenactments, open markets, exhibitions, etc. I use Evensi, whatson, visitmalta, etc. But they don't show everything. For ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Just to inform fellow expats, the process of getting a eresidence card once you've lost it or had it stolen is quite easy. You only have to fill in a short form and show passport, and pay a fee. Although, I must advise you, if you don't go ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Hello all, my father has just lost (or more like, had stolen) on the bus a purse with his Maltese ID Residence Card and the POYC card (the one to get discounted medicines in pharmacies). I have searched on the Maltese government website and it ... Read More
Most economic taxi company?
That's the question, what company do you use and which is the most economic? some time ago the YellowCabs were the cheapest, but I think now they are out of business. I usually take Greenr but are rather expensive for some short trips. Of ... Read More
Horrified by the air quality by Elenauk
We've just moved in and are very upset about air quality on this nice island. We live in Sliema and even seaside area is very polluted, no sea breeze at all! I beleive people must know about this before moving. Does anyone know any less polluted ...
Air quality is indeed deteriorating. In some towns it might be just still fine - seaside towns like Xghajra for example - but in many other places is each day worst. Well, if everyday there is 47 more cars on the Maltese roads, one can only make ... Read More
Euro, or discount shops? by Dorieus
Hiya all, In the UK, as many will know, there are "pound shops" or heavily discount shops. These are very common, and are particular good in kitting your home out with glasses, knives and forks and for buying things like chocolate, ...
There is a sort of 1€ shop, managed by orientals, sort of chinese 1 € shop, but not as cheap as in other countries. I think it might be in Gzira technically speaking. Read More
Exchanging european driving license in Malta at the point of expiry
Hello, my father wants to exchange his spanish driving license for a maltese on but the question is that it is at the point of expiry. It will expire at the 17th of this month. If he presents the application to exchange, will it be accepted? can ... Read More
Getting life / existence certificate from Maltese institution?
Hello, my father is a UK citizen which receives a spanish pension and resides in Malta. The question is that every year the spanish government asks for a life certificate, which has to be obtained at the spanish embassy at the cost of 42 ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Many thanks for the clarifications, they are very much appreciated :) . My father receives a spanish pension, so with the original letter of income will be enough? Do they ask some proof of last arrival such as airplane tickets or similar? So ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Hello, I have some doubts about the Form J sections, for my father's registration, namely this; The Permanent Address abroad, it refers to the last address which it has resided? or a valid address abroad to send documents etc? because the last ... Read More
Online shopping in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Malta? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently and ...
I already bought a lot of things online before coming to Malta, and I've just grown more and more used to it. I even order online for the monthly groceries. I only buy physically cloth and things such as vegetables or fresh fish. Some ... Read More
cheapest, most reliable taxi service & car rental companies by andy5m
Please advise. Any answers highly appreciated.
I've used the official white cabs, yellowcabs, ecabs and greenr. My favourite is Greenr as it they are electric, non-contaminant taxis. But if you dont book them in advance you cannot be sure to find one available. Ecabs is growing to be quite ... Read More
How are you coping in the heat? by GozoMo
How are you coping in this heat? I am sitting in a lovely air conditioned room I don't know how we would manage without it.
My advice: stay three month ( at least) out of Malta. July, August and September, at least. Sure, you can live 24h with A/C on, but it gets boring staying always inside. I agree this has been a bad summer. I just pray to God to save enough money to ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta by MaltaCommando
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ...
Well, I can tell you, I don't drink, nor I smoke, I am quite skinny, and my job isn't stressful. Ok, I do live in an area which is quite polluted and near a mobile antenna, but I am about to change that as soon as possible. I forgot to post ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta by MaltaCommando
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ...
It might not kill you, but as I have said, it cannot be anything good. I seem to recall having read, that if you live in USA you are 90 % more prone to get cancer or similar illnesses that if you live in India. Although there can be many ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta by MaltaCommando
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ...
Thanks for the replies. Of course, I am not afraid of getting ill inmediately, just the slow poisoning that will simply reduce the life expectancy or trigger in the future some illness. So, all egg farms in Malta have been tested? In any case, we ... Read More
Best place to repair mobiles in Malta
Hello, my old Samsung Neo Pocket stopped working a month ago, it just sticks around the samsung logo screen. I think I know how I could reset it, but then I would lose all my contacts, so I need some specialist. Could you recommend me a trusted ... Read More
Contaminated eggs in Malta
As you would have probably read by now, contaminated eggs have been found in Malta. After saying there was no contaminated eggs, the health directorate then said indeed there was, 8 out of 20 eggs were contaminated. Now, miraculously, they have ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Malta? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Gozo might be nicer, but I already feel the "big island" small after 4 years going around it, and having visited pretty much everything that is visitable. Maybe if having a powerful boat, that you would stroll over to sicily or something ... Read More
How to save money in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Malta? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about saving ...
I buy all my food from Park Towers, with free delivery and you save quite a bit with the free vouchers they give you. I never go to Lidl since I think the quality on their products is very low. If you want to save €€€ on fruit, I ... Read More
Watering plants in Malta - water too salty?
I have a terrace with plenty of plants, but for some reason, basically only cactus and a few other plants survive. I know Malta is very hot, but still, I have noticed today, in the puddles in my terrace, how when they have dried they leave plenty of ... Read More
Good and bad neighbourhood to take note? by clexa
Hello, I remember reading somewhere someone commented some areas to avoid few weeks back, but i couldn't find that post back. Can the locals kindly list some of the good neighbourhoods to consider and bad ones to avoid? I will be working in ...
I would choose Birkirkara, but of course it depends a lot. I mean, as there is so many towns that merge with other ones, it is sometimes very hard to say whether you are in Gwardamangia, Pieta, Hamrun or Santa Venera. I live in Hamrun now and is ok, ... Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Malta by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Malta? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Before the brexit, very few British thought of getting it, but now is something that could be very useful. For what I have read if you don't speak and read maltese and pass a exhaustive test of knowledge of it's history and culture + prove ... Read More
One in every five vegetables contains illegal amounts of pesticide by nicknamero
I always go to Ta'Qali , for fresh vegetables... but now, maybe it's better to choose 'fresh' vegetables, imported from Spain, Italy....I think these vegs are more often checked for pesticide levels, than locals.. Do you have a ...
I have tried Barbuto and I am not very impressed - I was delivered less fruit & vegetables with the combo box than promised, and some fruit were in bad condition. Their reply? nothing, just silence. I know that it is organic and so it can go ... Read More
One in every five vegetables contains illegal amounts of pesticide by nicknamero
I always go to Ta'Qali , for fresh vegetables... but now, maybe it's better to choose 'fresh' vegetables, imported from Spain, Italy....I think these vegs are more often checked for pesticide levels, than locals.. Do you have a ...
It is a big problem, but I imagine this is a worldwide problem to some extent. At least, I have to say, a lot of the local Malta produce looks far more natural than the imported stuff. I mean, a lot of times maltese lettuces have snails and bugs, ... Read More
Why did you decide to permanently stay in Malta
After some time you see the problems, or rather, you discover them. You have to live a good amount of time before you fully know the island, even if it looks small, it is bigger than one can think. Some problems are common to other places, like ... Read More
How has your life changed in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Malta? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
I am surprised the bus service works well in Gozo - try waiting for a 51-52-53 on the Valletta-Dingli route. It's nightmarish! But I am not surprised about the comments of delfinita - I think that definitely, Gzira is the worst spot in Malta. I ... Read More
Street food in Malta? by No.57A
Hi all, we are a couple and we run a successful street food business in London. I know it might seem silly but even though London is beautiful I've been here for too long and we were looking somewhere else to go. Malta is on the top of our list ...
You will have a hard time against "pastizzis" at 1 €. Basically, be prepared to never sell anything to Maltese, only the foreigners. So you will have to base either in Sliema or St Pauls Bay. I wouldn't say impossible to achieve, ... Read More
I`m moving, help me with information`s. by BiancaOkasha
Hello all, By middle of June, me, my husband and our son of 1 year, we`ll move to MAlta. We got all our information's from internet, we are very happy and excited to move there, but we don`t know in which area to rent the apartment. Our ...
The only thing I can tell you is that if you come in June, be well prepared against the heat, and do things very early in the morning. I would recommend you the north (Mellieha, St Pauls Bay), and if it isnt possible, then the far south ... Read More
How has your life changed in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Malta? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Changed at least 9, I go out much more now, yes I am healthier and richer. It seems that "civilization" and "progress" means choking people to death with taxes, fees, and stupid burocratic and similar steps. In Malta everything ... Read More
Cooking Gas vs Electricty by Alice Holland
Hello! I really hope you can help us. My boyfriend and I are currently looking for an apartment and have mostly come across gas hobs and electric ovens which suits us as we both prefer cooking for gas. We have also been told it is much much cheaper ...
I moved from a house with gas cooking to electric, and bills don't seem very different. Be sure to get the resident electric tariff. I only use gas for heating in winter, having to be always dependant on the gas lorry, running out of gas ... Read More
High prices of rents in Malta by expat1973
Hi folks! There is one topic which bothers me lately in Malta, as probably most of expats here. Rent prices have gone up this year like crazy! Now I work also with (not only) real estates in Malta, so I am in position to help with this, but it is ...
It's logical, really. I mean, the rents in most of Europe are much higher. Even say compared to places in Italy, even in medium sized towns, the rents were higher than Malta. It is only a matter of time that more people finds about Malta and ... Read More
When do the fireworks end? by felinefine81
I'm really struggling. It's been every day for the last week, from before 8am until after 11.30pm. The last couple of nights they are so bad our apartment is shaking. I also can't stand listening to the terrified dogs. I know ...
If you live in St.Paul's Bay you can hardly notice them, you hear two or three sporadic petards and then on one or two special nights you hear and see the proper firework type and that's it, perfectly ok. The trouble is if you live in Hamrun ... Read More
When do the fireworks end? by felinefine81
I'm really struggling. It's been every day for the last week, from before 8am until after 11.30pm. The last couple of nights they are so bad our apartment is shaking. I also can't stand listening to the terrified dogs. I know ...
Hamrun must be one of the worst places - you hear the ones from the own town, Sta Venera, Marsa, Valletta, Floriana, and considering how many we've heard, I suppose Gwardamangia, Pietà, Msida, Ta Xbiex and possibly even Sliema and Qormi can ... Read More
Sports in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Malta? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
In Marsa I think there is an archery range. And I seem to remember there was one too in Mellieha. There are other shooting ranges but I am not sure if they were reserved for gun arms or not. I have practiced a bit of archery but always just on the ... Read More
36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta by matm911
Found this article, although I'd have something to add here and there, in gerneral I can agree :) [url=http://therealmalta.com/36-pros-cons-moving-to-malta/]36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta[/url]
I really don't know what to say; it is much better for all the warranty process to buy in a physical shop, but I saw that for example, to buy a new desktop pc, I would have to pay around 400 € more to buy it here in Malta. Of course, it is ... Read More
36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta by matm911
Found this article, although I'd have something to add here and there, in gerneral I can agree :) [url=http://therealmalta.com/36-pros-cons-moving-to-malta/]36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta[/url]
Well, my experience with internet comes basically from Italy, Spain and Portugal, which it seems they are quite bad in terms of latency and price. At least when I left Spain back in 2012, there was no such offers as 300 mpbs for under 50 € a ... Read More
36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta by matm911
Found this article, although I'd have something to add here and there, in gerneral I can agree :) [url=http://therealmalta.com/36-pros-cons-moving-to-malta/]36 Shocking Pros and Cons of Moving to Malta[/url]
There are many truths but something which I don't agree. Saying there is 3-4 month where you would need central heating is a bit over the top. I would say December, January and February can be cold, but to need central heating I would say only ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
I've tried to join that group, but they don't reply to my petition. It says just pending and that has been 5 days. Do I have to fulfill some kind of criteria to get accepted into the group, or can I send a email to somebody? Read More
Is that worth going to Malta? by Soni84
Hello! I'm new to the forum, however I've been following the Malta topic for a good while. I have collected most of the basic facts about the island, and the initial "magic" most people have already worn off :) That's not in a ...
God knows how any place on earth will be in 30 years, but the trend in the majority of them is bad, and worst in Malta. It is sad to say, but if trend goes on, and nothing really starts the contrary, which there is no indication whatsoever, each ... Read More
Marsascala - What's it like living there, good & bad points by Rocking Ken
Hi All, I am intending to make Marsascala my home when we get to Malta soon but want to get a feel for it first. If anyone have first-hand experience of living there your input would be invaluable. Many thanks Ken
It looks as if you cannot receive EU funds, no business is profitable.... :( . So you can actually go inside it without risk? Read More
Marsascala - What's it like living there, good & bad points by Rocking Ken
Hi All, I am intending to make Marsascala my home when we get to Malta soon but want to get a feel for it first. If anyone have first-hand experience of living there your input would be invaluable. Many thanks Ken
Thanks for the info, I've just wikied it and learn about the place. Is just mind-boggling how in 9 years a hotel can transform into a shell left to rot which seems could fall down anyday. How fragile is civilization! Read More
Marsascala - What's it like living there, good & bad points by Rocking Ken
Hi All, I am intending to make Marsascala my home when we get to Malta soon but want to get a feel for it first. If anyone have first-hand experience of living there your input would be invaluable. Many thanks Ken
I was just commenting the other day that it looked as the nicest town in Malta (not been to Gozo yet) and I have (I think) visited every small town in Malta, maybe I am missing one or two in the deep south. At least they sure have the most ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
derenyimaria, yes, I am registered in Maltapark, Tomato and treehouse but they don't seem very active, at least I am trying to sell some things without success. Tinna9, it seems I confused, as I have just seen there are many groups with nearly ... Read More
Your new local habits in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Malta is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Malta? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life or ...
Mmm, from the maltese I have learned, or adopted, to do everything as early as possible, and that includes waking up very early. Obviously the weather tends to influence you. Maybe I eat more dates, but probably because they are much cheaper here ... Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
Well, I am speaking of the last 4-5 years (as I fly every year lately), but I passed two cutters without noticing just past summer in Girona airport, and in the same summer in Malta they noticed scissors on my grandmothers luggage. Read More
Air Conditioners in Malta; which and where to buy? by MaltaCommando
I have found me in the position I need an aircon, after buying two fans it is just not enough for between 12:00 and 17:00 where all the house gets too hot, and will be worst in August. We plan on installing it in just the sitting room as it was in ...
Tinna, yes, of course. It costed 575 € with installation included (I obviously knew I would only buy one that included it) with 2 years of warranty, 3 on the outdoor unit. They had a model with more warranty and cheaper I think, but I had to ... Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
I find quite hard to believe the figure of 4,000 brits living in Malta. I think most people dont bother to register but live anyway. Malta would give notorious headlines, but more than headlines, when there is really threat is when there is a ... Read More
Air Conditioners in Malta; which and where to buy? by MaltaCommando
I have found me in the position I need an aircon, after buying two fans it is just not enough for between 12:00 and 17:00 where all the house gets too hot, and will be worst in August. We plan on installing it in just the sitting room as it was in ...
In the end I have gone for Digital Zone in Qormi. I was going for Scan Malta, but they needed two weeks and two visits for the AC, and that was too long for me. Then I tried Top Choice, after waiting 10 minutes and after bouncing on 3 different sale ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
Thanks, maybe I'll try it. Although there has only been one post in the last month... Read More
Cycling in malta by Julie2016
Are there any cycle tracks in Malta ?
I think only on the Sliema promenade cycling is banned, I don't know about Marsaskala. At least in St.Pauls Bay last year it was allowed. Wouldn't say cycling is the most safest thing to do in Malta, but I have been all over the island on my ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
TInna, thanks,I suppose it has gone. Apparently the most similar thing is Il-Monti at Birgu and it seems it covers the necessity for all Malta, awaiting to know how the Ta Qali market is. I have some stuff which I want to get rid of, somebody knows ... Read More
Air Conditioners in Malta; which and where to buy? by MaltaCommando
I have found me in the position I need an aircon, after buying two fans it is just not enough for between 12:00 and 17:00 where all the house gets too hot, and will be worst in August. We plan on installing it in just the sitting room as it was in ...
Really, I am about to get an AC for the day, as by night I find it a bit drastic and usually I can sleep with nothing or just a fan. The question about Top Choice is that it seems they charge the same that other shops but without installation, and ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
So the Ta Qali one is a bit like a flea market or just stalls of cheap imported goods from China? Read More
Air Conditioners in Malta; which and where to buy?
I have found me in the position I need an aircon, after buying two fans it is just not enough for between 12:00 and 17:00 where all the house gets too hot, and will be worst in August. We plan on installing it in just the sitting room as it was in ... Read More
How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes? :) by SmallT.
Hi all! Who knows WHY in Malta on the windows is no mosquito nets? How do you solve a problem with mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes are certainly a nightmare. In my case I had to finally use a mosquito net for the bed, and this is really the best solution. Mosquito nets on the windows can be quite effective, but you always have to open sooner or later some door, and ... Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
There was also a car accident in front of my flat in St. Paul's Bay, nothing major, just one driver limping a bit, and the usual 2-3 hours of traffic jam. Certainly, driving, cycling or crossing the road is the most dangerous moment you will ... Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
Most migrants end up in Sicily. Around Marsa the concentration of sub-saharian Africans is quite high, but maybe because there is not many Arabs or muslims from other countries there isn't problems, I don't know. There is an acceptable ... Read More
Still worried about possible uk exit from eu by Julie2016
We are planning to come to Malta in October but I am still worried that we may leave it to late if the uk exits the eu. I don't want to give up everything at home to find we can't stay in Malta under terms currently existing for eu ...
Risk of being evicted is something as possible as a lightning strikes you I think, the biggest problem you might have is that taxes become higher, but all the same remember that in Malta you only pay the taxes of income brought to Malta, so you ... Read More
Malta a threat for summer 2016 by MrCowboyEast
Hi all, I really don't like to post this kind of subject, but was wondering what the situation was and your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I keep coming to some articles online about the threats to Malta and the EU shorelines (beaches) ...
From it's geographical position you would thought the contrary, but I would say it is one of the safest places to be, from that kind of threat. It's not that there aren't muslims around here, but somehow you don't feel that there ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Malta is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Malta? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Well, basically the climate characteristics are; not having to own a paraplee, as you will only use it twice a year and will probably forget it on those days, and better not living in August due to the intense heat :) . On a good year (such as ... Read More
In need of root treatment - what dentist is recommended? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am in need of a root treatment for my tooth, but I am unsure of what dentist to go. I've been to two here in Malta, in Floriana and St.Paul's Bay, and none have impressed me nor been good enough to come back again. In this case I ...
I have gone and for the moment I can say they do a very professional work. My tooth is much better now. I'll have to return 2 or more times so I'll comment in the end my impressions but for the moment it is the best dentist I've been in ... Read More
In need of root treatment - what dentist is recommended? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am in need of a root treatment for my tooth, but I am unsure of what dentist to go. I've been to two here in Malta, in Floriana and St.Paul's Bay, and none have impressed me nor been good enough to come back again. In this case I ...
In the end I will try for Dr. Demajo, as I have read and it is the dental clinic with best opinions. I will let you know my impressions about their service. Thanks for all the advice! Read More
Moving from Malta to Cyprus. by F0xgl0ve
We are now considering moving somewhere other than Malta and Cyprus seems quite attractive. We have been here for 3 years and basically are fed up with noise and the lack of places to explore, we live on Gozo so 20 minutes end to end of the island. ...
Really Cyprus looks like a improved and extended Malta from what I have read. So, what would you think is the level of english is in Cyprus in %? For example, I would say that in Malta 90 % of the population can speak english enough to be ... Read More
Thinking about moving to Cyprus from Malta - Healthcare concerned by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am thinking of moving from Malta to Cyprus. It's not that I have not enjoyed Malta for many years, but after a bad experience with the Health service, both private and public, I am seriously thinking of going to another ...
Many thanks for your replies, they are very much appreciated. So it looks like it would have to be private health insurance. I'll investigate about the costs. So all private health clinics have ambulances, or you have to contract that one and ... Read More
Thinking about moving to Cyprus from Malta - Healthcare concerned
Hello, I am thinking of moving from Malta to Cyprus. It's not that I have not enjoyed Malta for many years, but after a bad experience with the Health service, both private and public, I am seriously thinking of going to another ... Read More
In need of root treatment - what dentist is recommended?
Hello, I am in need of a root treatment for my tooth, but I am unsure of what dentist to go. I've been to two here in Malta, in Floriana and St.Paul's Bay, and none have impressed me nor been good enough to come back again. In this case I ... Read More
Relocating definitively to Malta - Tax on pension?
Hello, my father is thinking of relocating permanently to Malta, and as such, move his retirement pension to a Maltese bank account. He receives part of his pension from UK (around 500 € monthly) and the other from Spain (around 800 ... Read More
Possibilities of contesting Architect's assessment over Stamp Duty? by MaltaCommando
Hello, we have just received a letter form the inland revenue department, to say that we must pay a considerable amount more because the real market value of the house we bought is 50 % more than what we really paid for. When we asked our Notary ...
Hi , no , I haven't tried as I didn't know it was possible to meet them face to face. I thought it was only possible to demand that another architect came to see the property, with the risk of paying even more! Many thanks for the ... Read More
Possibilities of contesting Architect's assessment over Stamp Duty? by MaltaCommando
Hello, we have just received a letter form the inland revenue department, to say that we must pay a considerable amount more because the real market value of the house we bought is 50 % more than what we really paid for. When we asked our Notary ...
Thanks for your advice. The question is that I am afraid of paying someone to make the claim, and then ending up having to pay the tax and to pay the solicitor too for nothing. Read More
Possibilities of contesting Architect's assessment over Stamp Duty?
Hello, we have just received a letter form the inland revenue department, to say that we must pay a considerable amount more because the real market value of the house we bought is 50 % more than what we really paid for. When we asked our Notary ... Read More
Car boot sales? by Adi9626
Where and when are the car boot sales in Malta? I need a lot of baby things and kitchen/home things. Would love to find a boot sale to regularly go around
I heard that on saturdays morning in front the Splash & Fun Water Park in Naxxar there was one. Is it still there? In these car boot sales, can anybody go with their stuff and sell it without asking for licenses? Read More
Recommended workers for fitting/laying a new bathroom?
I've found another person, but as I will be having a new bathroom in the future, I will keep his number handy :) . thanks! Read More
Malta absolute basics - please help by felinefine81
Hi I'm being considered for an accountancy job in Malta and need help in a couple of areas please. 1. Living area. My husband and I would be moving from near Glasgow to work in Valletta. We currently live in a spacious 4 bed property in a ...
You are more lucky if you have to work on Birkirkara. The main street and the Iklin by-pass are usually very busy, but at least you have plenty of places nearby to live and still be commuting in 20 minutes. To the ones mentioned by paulolly I would ... Read More
Malta Post - Send On
Many thanks for the info, that's very useful to know. Read More
Malta absolute basics - please help by felinefine81
Hi I'm being considered for an accountancy job in Malta and need help in a couple of areas please. 1. Living area. My husband and I would be moving from near Glasgow to work in Valletta. We currently live in a spacious 4 bed property in a ...
I don't think there is any place in Malta where it is easy to commute to Valletta except Valleta itself :) . It seems that all Malta between 07:00 and 10:00 wants to go to Valletta or Sliema. 1000 € gives you enough for a very good rental ... Read More
Malta Post - Send On
Very interesting. So now there is not a limitation for parcels measuring over 1 metre? Read More
Recommended workers for fitting/laying a new bathroom?
Thanks for your replies. The man you suggested me was busy for the times, but all the same thanks for the help. Read More
Where to live in Malta? by mommaj
Hello there, We are a family of three and we are thinking of moving to Malta. My son who is turning five has autism and is very sensitive to noise. Where can we live that is not too busy and yet nearby to schools, therapy centers, park, mall. We ...
There is some isolated places which aren't as noisy, such as Bahrija or Dingli, you just have to avoid the most densely populated towns and go for a small village, although it may result difficult to find accomodation in there. Read More
Recommended workers for fitting/laying a new bathroom?
Hello, I need to find somebody to completely rework a bathroom, take out all the old wc, bath, etc, and install the new ones, install the water heater, plus lay the tiles. I have all the new equipment ready. Do you know some experienced worker, ... Read More
Economic Self Sufficiency by Agnes84
Hello all, To start with, just moved to Malta last week. I want to apply for residecny in order to buy a car. I went to ID office and was told to fill all the forms get private health insurance, my bak statement and go ahead with my aplication ...
Hi , so now the law, is that you need the residence ID for buying a car? that's really annoying. It seems that everytime things are more controlled and complicated here in malta. :sosad: Read More
Buying a car - second hand dealer or private owner? who and where? by MaltaCommando
My father is thinking about buying a car, buying a new one is out of the question looking at the prices, so second hand will be the preferred option. But at this point, we do not know if it is better a second hand dealer (bad experiences buying in ...
Many thanks :) . Usually, how it is done the payment in Malta between particulars? in front of a notary? or in the same Land Transport Directorate? Read More
Buying a car - second hand dealer or private owner? who and where? by MaltaCommando
My father is thinking about buying a car, buying a new one is out of the question looking at the prices, so second hand will be the preferred option. But at this point, we do not know if it is better a second hand dealer (bad experiences buying in ...
Thanks for your replies :) . I have been enquiring through internet for the prices of auto dealers, and it seems they don't sell anything under 5000 €, even if it is a 03' Nissan Micra. I think we'll finally end up dealing with a ... Read More
Buying a car - second hand dealer or private owner? who and where?
My father is thinking about buying a car, buying a new one is out of the question looking at the prices, so second hand will be the preferred option. But at this point, we do not know if it is better a second hand dealer (bad experiences buying in ... Read More
Events for easter in Malta?
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 ... 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 ...
Thanks for the many useful replies :) . So, if the bills are in your name (in a house of your property), and you have the e-residence card, you do pay less? I've seen both websites and they don't a quote a separate price for residents/non ... 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
Water is one of the tricky problems in Malta, but I just never drink tap water, I mean, you don't have to be an expert or a professor to tell that the water tastes awful, and that most probably means something bad (although maybe in very new ... Read More
Questions about benefits of acquiring the ID Card
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 ... Read More
Malta Customs Office - Parcel from China - What steps to take?
I see. The question is that I was not in house that day. Tearnet, so you receive the paper, you send the invoice and details by email and then you pay them? or they just come and they ask you for whatever cost you have incurred? Read More