nilonilonilo
Belgian expat in Malta
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Lives in Bormla
Registration: 15 July 2013
Self-employment in Italy - easy or hard? General advice needed by nilonilonilo
Hello,I'm considering moving to Italy from Malta with my family. I work as freelancer and can work remote, so no issues with a job.However, all my Italian friends here tell me: "Don't set up your business in Italy, it's too much hassle, keep ...
Thank you for answers, this was very helpful. Read More
Self-employment in Italy - easy or hard? General advice needed by nilonilonilo
Hello,I'm considering moving to Italy from Malta with my family. I work as freelancer and can work remote, so no issues with a job.However, all my Italian friends here tell me: "Don't set up your business in Italy, it's too much hassle, keep ...
You like to ask the most difficult of questions.Hehe, sorry Thanks for taking the time to reply.Any idea where I could find the tax rates/a tax simulator, to get an idea of how much i'd be left with?Thank you! Read More
Self-employment in Italy - easy or hard? General advice needed
Hello,I'm considering moving to Italy from Malta with my family. I work as freelancer and can work remote, so no issues with a job.However, all my Italian friends here tell me: "Don't set up your business in Italy, it's too much hassle, keep ... Read More
Amount of properties for rent vs for sale
Is it me, or is there a HUGE difference in the amount of properties for rent vs for sale? As in, a lot for sale, almost nothing for rent.Or maybe i'm not looking in the right places?For instance, on idealista.pt:in a specific Porto suburb: 7 for ... Read More
Leasing a car
Hello, I was thinking whether it would be practical to lease a car for a couple of months in Portugal, rather than buying one straight away. But I have no idea where to start. What prices should i expect? Where can I find car leasing options? Do I ... Read More
Storage space solutions by nilonilonilo
Hello, My family and I are considering leaving Malta for a while, if so we'd need storage space for personal belongings. Safe, free of mold, etc. Any suggestions? Thanks, Nil
Still interested in replies! ;) Read More
Learning Portuguese with Netflix/tv ... by nilonilonilo
Hi, I would like to improve my Portuguese by watching Portuguese films/series ... However, most of the stuff I find on Netflix seems to be in Brazilian Portuguese ... Any recommendations for European Portuguese? On Netflix or elsewhere ...
I tried RTP Play on my computer, with a VPN, so I could set my location on Portugal. Tried a few things in the documentary section, they seemed to work, with possibility to switch on the Portuguese subtitles. Read More
The Portuguese Non-Habitual Residents Tax Regime by JohnnyPT
In 2009 Portugal decided to create the non-habitual resident status, called NHR. The purpose of this new status is to attract foreigners with high value-added potential, such skilled employees or retirees. Registration as a “non-habitual ...
I'm a translator, so i would be eligible for NHR status as a "264 - Authors, journalists and linguists" ? :) As said, in 15 years of freelance work, i have never ever encountered issues with the country of taxation or having had to ... Read More
The Portuguese Non-Habitual Residents Tax Regime by JohnnyPT
In 2009 Portugal decided to create the non-habitual resident status, called NHR. The purpose of this new status is to attract foreigners with high value-added potential, such skilled employees or retirees. Registration as a “non-habitual ...
You guys are champs, thanks! (It's funny, I had never thought about possible double taxation, it has never been an issue. I've been working freelance for 15 years and always paid taxes where i live, even if most clients are from other ... Read More
The Portuguese Non-Habitual Residents Tax Regime by JohnnyPT
In 2009 Portugal decided to create the non-habitual resident status, called NHR. The purpose of this new status is to attract foreigners with high value-added potential, such skilled employees or retirees. Registration as a “non-habitual ...
At the risk at sounding like a complete ignoramus: is there also such a thing as a "Habitual resident" status (a "standard" residency status)? Or do expatriates by default fall under the NHR status? In my case, our plan would be ... Read More
Storage space solutions
Hello, My family and I are considering leaving Malta for a while, if so we'd need storage space for personal belongings. Safe, free of mold, etc. Any suggestions? Thanks, Nil Read More
Self-employed in Portugal? Looking for tips/first-hand experience.
Hello, my family and I are considering relocating to Portugal. I am self-employed, have an established business with international clients so finding work is not an issue. However, I was wondering if Portugal is a good place to be self-employed, as ... Read More
Trading licence
The trading licence requirement for self-employed/sole traders was scrapped last year, as a "gift" by the government. Being said that, maybe you still need to get one but it's free? (Used to be 52 euros a year.) You'll find ... Read More
Living and working in Qormi (or nearby areas) by Mina155
Hello everyone, I have just joined the forum. I am moving to Malta end of August as I found a job there. As my office is in Qormi I was thinking in living somewhere nearby (somewhere that would not take me more than half an hour commute ...
Attard and Balzan are a million times nicer than Qormi. If transport is doable, i would definitely live there and not in Qormi. Consider cycling, it's less than 5 km, and will definitely be faster than the car + no parking hassle. :) Read More
Cherries - a luxury in Malta, but not in Sicily.. by nicknamero
Last week-end I went for a trip in Sicily. Beside enjoining a beautiful country side, I also found a lot of farmers selling cherries along the road. The prices were between 1.5 Euro/kilo to 3.5 E/kilo ( top quality ). I actually came back to Malta ...
There are very, very few local figs these days, as a couple of years ago most fig trees got sick and production is now almost zero. 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 ...
We order boxes from Barbuto every now and then and are quite happy with them (although some people say he 'cheats' sometimes ...) Other options include: - Incampagna Malta: also imported boxes from Sicily - Hames Sensi organic shop in ... Read More
Commute to work by public transport/car by clexa
Hello! Hope everyone is doing well! If you have a moment, can you tell me which one do you prefer and why? Zebbug to Qormi Zejtun to Qormi Attard to Qormi [I will be working in Qormi] I saw the distance is about 6-8km. On a normal road, it'd ...
Definitely Attard one the nicest villages in Malta, Zejtun is too far, Zebbug and Qormi are full of crazy people :) Read More
Do you speak Maltese? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Maltese is essential for a successful integration in Malta. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Maltese? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
I would like to add some nuance to this. My (Maltese) wife works for a government agency, but she has Italian, Bulgarian (?), Russian (??) colleagues. And our neighbour is Italian but also works for another Maltese government agency :) Either way, ... Read More
Speeding fine by bernie_iris_fabian_david
Hey all, it might be the Austrian in me, asking this question, but does anyone know how I can settle a speeding fine with a foreign plated car? The thing is this: I was a bit too fast on the way to Marsaxlokk today and forgot about the speed ...
I can confirm that they do work ... Had two speeding tickets (one for me, one for my wife) in the space of two years. :sosad: On the other hand, 35 euros is not a tremendous amount to pay ... Read More
best place to buy a second hand car
I need to get a new second hand car. What would be the best place to look for one? Private sellers e.g. through Maltapark? Big dealers like Dino's, Ventur? (they seem really expensive). Or used cars from rental agencies? (they seem to have ... Read More
What about Fgura? by Dorieus
Hi all, I am in Malta at the moment, looking for a place to stay. At my price point (up to 750) the places I have found have been alright....if anyone is watching my vlog (when I release the third episode) then they will see the flats but... First ...
Fgura is a new village, built after the war, so entirely devoid of historical charm, not to say butt ugly. It's very busy, no greenery, big main road goes through it, very polluted. There's quite a few shops but otherwise nothing ... Read More
Are you happy in Malta? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Malta? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Last winter was extremely mild!!! :lol: :lol: And yes, I'm happy in Malta (mostly). Read More
Commuting to Valletta by felinefine81
I'm considering a job in Valletta and wondered what the commute is like from surrounding areas? If I don't want to spend much more than half an hour on the bus (each way) where is it feasible to stay? Thanks
Why not Valletta itself? Certainly more beautiful than Sliema and esp. Gzira, Msida ... If not, try somewhere within walking/cycling distance, or with a ferry connection. (the Cottonera ferry is less subject to cancellations than the Sliema one). 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 ...
A friend of ours used to live in an absolutely horrible flat, one of those shoebox type things, 12 flats where there was once one single house, you have to duck in the staircases cause otherwise you hit your head, no windows, mould etc .... in a ... 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 ...
Actually, the heat is not that bad this year ... :) I mean, sure it's hot, but it's been pretty steady, no peaks above 35 this year as far as i know ... Rain/thunderstorms expected today or tomorrow. Anyways, as said, fireworks will finish ... 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]
Oops, my bad, thought it was Balluta Bay ... but yes, it would need a lot more buildings instead of visible hills .... 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 think the title is a bit misleading, as i find nothing shocking about these pros and cons ... Quite a well-balanced article. Otherwise, i like the fact that you put Senglea as a picture for pros and St Julian's under cons :D Read More
Fruit/Veg/Local Produce Markets by Mellieh
Not an overly important question in the grand scheme, but I was wondering what the food shopping culture was like in Malta. When I've been on holiday to some other places in the Med, I love to go to the outdoor food markets to buy fresh fruit ...
Ta Qali market is fantastic! (haven't been to Mgarr/Zebbiegh), great choice, ALL LOCAL (they cannot sell foreign stuff, that's why if you want bananas/apples/... you have to go down to the vans a bit further up), super fresh and super ... Read More
Weird info on the Malta introduction page...
First sentence about Malta: "Comprising eight islands, four of which are inhabited" ... What!? I guess at a stretch, if you really wanted to, you could count Filfla, Cominotto and St Paul's Bay islands as islands and you would get ... Read More
android box by Jeannie6623
Any tips on how to download Kodi ? (or whatever you do with Kodi) One new android box about to be returned to HomeMate...... thank you Disappointed would be TV watcher Jeannie
on this forum people usually ask about British channels on Android Boxes but what about Belgian/French channels? How do you 'add' channels to a box and what determines whether you can watch them for free or not? Read More
Public Swimming Pool in South of Malta by Vikkib127
Hi there, we will be moving to the south of Malta at the beginning of August and whilst we love the beach it would be nice to occasionally use a swimming pool. Does anyone have information on public outdoor pools?
The open air pool in Zonqor (Marsascala) is open it seems: https://www.facebook.com/LaPiscinaKioskAndPoolVenue/ 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) ...
As far as i know, there is no concrete evidence of terrorist risks here. What do you know that we don't? What are you basing yourself on? "Some articles online" ... Also, there is currently no influx of refugees. Read More
Has anyone been to the Jazz Festival before? by felinefine81
matm911 mentioned in another post that the annual Jazz Festival is on at the end of July. Has anyone been in previous years? Did you enjoy it? According to the website, on the evening of July 21st there are free events around Valletta centre - do ...
It is a really, really good festival, world class. Been going three years in a row, going again this year. The free events on the first day are near the City Gate in Valletta and then in front of the court houses in Republic St. There are YouTube ... Read More
State vs Private School by BrightBug
My son is the tender age of four months and private schools in Malta are already booking up fast for his entry year. In fact if he had been born just two weeks earlier we would not be able to get a place at all... Crazy!!! We went to visit San ...
I don't understand private schools, or why people would want to support such a system. Call me an idealist, but isn't it a country's duty to provide decent, free education to its citizens? Why should people fork out thousands and ... Read More
Live music in Malta by felinefine81
Hi everyone What's the live music scene like in Malta? Can anyone recommend any good places to go? I'd imagine there will be house and guest bands in some of the hotels and bars- any decent ones? Do the local band clubs just play at ...
Who would go to a hotel bar for live music? Must be the places with the dullest music around ... (That or live music in restaurants ... jaqq ....) There is a small but lively music scene here, lots of young kids playing jazz now too (some of it ... Read More
CRO or Pharma Companies in Malta
I think pharma is a big sector in Malta and they are hiring like mad. At least that's what my brother in law tells me. E.g. http://jobsinmalta.com/job/5256/process-development-chemist or http://jobsinmalta.com/job/4876/laboratory-analyst Read More
Being ripped off!? Not here...
Sometimes i read stories here, people complaining about how they always get ripped off for being a foreigner and such ... I would like to offer some other experiences, which show that as far as I can tell, Maltese people are super generous and ... Read More
Any regrets? Do you know people who have moved away? by felinefine81
So I've been offered the job and it's decision time! We are excited to come and live in Malta but also nervous about the unknown. My husband and i have done so much research on culture, lifestyle, working environment etc. However I ...
I think many people get disappointed about Malta and leave again, because they thought it was going to be "like England but with good weather". This country, despite 200 years of British colonialism, is a true and true Mediterranean, ... Read More
Organic Foods by Doga E
Hi, I just moved to Malta and I would love to find some real organic veggies, fruits, eggs even milk. Is there any farm or place that I can buy organic food? Thanks in advance.
There's a guy called Lewis in Armier, he has some fields there that have been organic for generations. You go there, take a wheelbarrow and go round the fields, telling what you want and he'll just cut/pull it out for you - can't get any ... Read More
Commuting to Valletta by felinefine81
I'm considering a job in Valletta and wondered what the commute is like from surrounding areas? If I don't want to spend much more than half an hour on the bus (each way) where is it feasible to stay? Thanks
Ferries run every half hour, crossing takes 10 minutes. I wouldn't define Cottonera (the 3 cities) as somewhere quiet, people tend to be very loud, although i guess we're rather unlucky in our street (in Bormla), there certainly are ... Read More
Commuting to Valletta by felinefine81
I'm considering a job in Valletta and wondered what the commute is like from surrounding areas? If I don't want to spend much more than half an hour on the bus (each way) where is it feasible to stay? Thanks
Commute by ferry from Sliema or the 3 cities ;-) (Service esp. on the Sliema side is prone to cancellations though in case of bad weather, and in winter they stop running quite early (7 pm, ok for commuting but not for evening activities), which is ... Read More
Minimum Time of rentals? Only my ID is ok to rent? by BAD-RELIGION
Hi everyone. I will use this Thread, there is no reason to open another. I'm from Portugal, and some months ago I start thinking in start a jounrney in another country, my first options are for English-Speaking countries like Ireland or ...
To each his own of course, but seriously, how can you say such things? Valletta is the only place with some culture, stunning architecture, stunning views all around, good places to eat... What would you suggest then? Sliema? St Paul's Bay? ... Read More
Place to consider by Lundene
Good evening, I hope that you are able to help me narrow down where to live. I have just confirmed my move with my workplace and the office will be at Mriehel BKR 300. I have been over with my wife (early 30s) and looked at Paceville (too noisy we ...
I would say Attard/Lija/Balzan is definitely one of the best places if not the best place to live on the island, beautiful villages, quite posh/clean/quiet, San Anton Gardens are beautiful, good transport links, close to Mriehel. Not by the sea ... Read More
Maltese citizenship by Gladstone Gander
Dear All, Does anybody know how easy/hard it is to obtain Maltese citizenship by naturalisation? (I'm not talking about the new economic citizenship). In theory one should be eligible for citizenship after 5 years (provided that one knows the ...
It helps if you marry a Minister ... :whistle: Read More
Vegetarians need help! by anaromano
Hi all.. I'm looking for vegetarians and/or vegetarian friendly restaurants, pubs with a nice vegetarian burger, supermarkets, where to by tofu etc. What ever you know is welcome! Thanks,
Juuls reggae bar is in St Julian's, Spinola Bay, not Sliema, sorry ... Read More
Vegetarians need help! by anaromano
Hi all.. I'm looking for vegetarians and/or vegetarian friendly restaurants, pubs with a nice vegetarian burger, supermarkets, where to by tofu etc. What ever you know is welcome! Thanks,
Gugar café in Valletta is very nice, although their food selection is not massive, but a great place (all vegetarian/veggie). Juuls reggae bar in Sliema also has a vegetarian kitchen (run by an ex-Grassy Hopper dude). There are various health ... Read More
Recommendations of Gozo Hotels by Sam4321
We're hoping to spend a weekend exploring Gozo for my husband's 40th birthday, so we'd like a really nice hotel with a family friendly pool if possible. Can anybody living there give a recommendation?
Have you thought about farmhouses? Most have a minimum stay of 3 nights but we managed to book one for just two nights (middle of the week though) and they even gave us some discount. They usually have pools but you'll have to cook your own ... Read More
Malta with bike by Apelsincheg
Hello friends! This is Simon, Slovak-Ukrainian who now lives and works in China. I have an idea to visit Malta this fall in October or next year in February. Wanna take my road bike with me and looking forward for some suggestions where to go by. I ...
Excuse me!? Can we keep bicycle-hatred to Times of Malta comments please? "I don't like cars and i don't see why roads should be built and maintainted at tax payers' expense unless car drivers pay towards the cost!" How does ... Read More
Malta with bike by Apelsincheg
Hello friends! This is Simon, Slovak-Ukrainian who now lives and works in China. I have an idea to visit Malta this fall in October or next year in February. Wanna take my road bike with me and looking forward for some suggestions where to go by. I ...
Excuse me!? Can we keep bicycle-hatred to Times of Malta comments please? "I don't like cars and i don't see why roads should be built and maintainted at tax payers' expense unless car drivers pay towards the cost!" How does ... Read More
Healthcare in Malta by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Malta ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Malta? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
I don't think that's correct, one way of applying for residency is through self-employment. First you sort out self-employment, then residency. (And in other to start as self-employed, you first need a social security number.) At least ... Read More
Where to live - Pieta, Msida or Valetta by ash1983
Hi I plan to move to Malta shortly. I would be looking for a single room apartment and willing to pay up to 400 euros. Can anyone tell me which location shall I prefer - Pieta, Valetta or Msida. Which location is closest to bus stops, other ...
Rob, Pieta a nice place??? You'd rather live there than in Valletta??? Excuse me, but i'm flabbergasted (Always wanted to use that word! Yes!) From what i can tell, Pieta is super ugly, falling to pieces. Msida is just one big ... 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
You can brush your teeth with tap water, you can wash your vegetables with it, you can cook soup or pasta or whatever with it. It just tastes bad so it's not great for drinking, but it's not dangerous or anything. 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
Ground water: the water that seeps into the ground (e.g. rainwater) and forms aquifers. Normally aquifers can be exploited for drinking water, but not in Malta due to the high nitrate levels. (And besides the groundwater levels are declining sharply ... 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 far as i know, the high nitrate concentrations are in ground water, because of farming (use of fertilizers, sludge), making 13 of the 15 aquifers in Malta unfit for use. Tap water however comes from desalinized seawater. Although some people get ... 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 ...
My point is that I think that your statements/arguments are perhaps a bit far-fetched. I think it's quite obvious that we are not living in Saddam Hussein's Iraq, and I doubt that this colourful version of a zebra crossing will have any ... 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 ...
Are you serious man!?!? 2. One of road safetyYes, let's prepare for the hundreds of fatal casualties that will follow when people will try to cross here ... 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 ...
It's the coolest-looking zebra crossing ever! they should all look like that! You would expect the usual wining and complaining in the Times of Malta comments, not here. Even there, nobody has used the "with my tax payer's money" ... Read More
Expats vs. Immigrants: what's in a name?
Interesting piece in the Guardian :) http://www.theguardian.com/global-development-professionals-network/2015/mar/13/white-people-expats-immigrants-migration?CMP=fb_gu Read More
Iyengar yoga by djinn
Does anyone teach iyengar yoga in Malta, either privately or in collective sessions, and where? I have problems with my back and posture and it's been highly recommended to me by my osteopath in France. Thanks.
Hi Djinn, i asked our yoga teacher yesterday, and as far as she knows, there are no specific iyengar yoga classes in Malta. Read More
Impact of refugee population on daily living? by Wild Hare
Thanks in advance for any comments on this subject. American retired couple keen to return to Malta for indefinite period rental after having last visited a decade ago. Understand the EU 'open borders' policies have changed things on the ...
It's funny isn't it? Just because you're American, you think you can just go and live anywhere and do as you please and be welcomed with open arms? But when Mexicans or 'everyone else' want to come to the US, they 'just have ... Read More
Residence Documentation Card - Pin Number, ID number by DaveCr
Can anyone explain what the Authentication Pin and Signing Pin are for that have been sent me on the letter notifying that my Residence Documention Card is ready to collect from the Evans Building in Valletta. Having got the card I am also confused ...
Yup, those PIN numbers are for when you want to set up an eGov account. I highly recommend learning your ID number by heart, you'll be asked for it all the time. Read More
Confused about car registration by loubylou
Hi there I'd be really grateful for some help as I'm going around in circles here. I came to Malta with my car in December. I'm currently looking for a job. If I get a job then I would like to stay here, apply for Residency, and ...
Don't know if this helps, but you can register your car with your foreign passport, as far as i know you don't need to be resident here to register a car. At least, that worked for me. I drove my car with Belgian plates for five months, then ... Read More
1500-2000 budget for Gzira, Ta Xbix by reggietarrent
I have a 1500-2000 Euro budget for a 2-3 double bedroom place in Gzira, Ta Xbix and maybe Msia and Gzira side if Sliema. Must be modern looking and have parking. Is my budget realistic here as most agents are up selling me to places that are ...
Nothing personal reggietarrent but I'm getting a bit fed up of people coming here thinking the wider Sliema area is the only area worth living in, and who come here throwing stupid money around, thinking 1500-2000 euro is a normal rent fee in ... Read More
Property: Buying vs Renting by New Horizonz
I'd like to collect in one place people's sentiments, emotions, eperience and especially information on the subject. Many people are against buying a property in Malta, but exactly for what reason? Are there people already bought or ...
My girlfriend and I are in the process of buying a house :) But probably our situation is different from that of the gentlemen above: we're still working, in our mid 30ies, have some disposable savings, she is Maltese so we have a stronger link ... Read More
A place like Bahar ic-Caghaq on the west side? by Wrongholebutherewego
Hey guys, I do not yet know where I will be working so I'm just checking my options. If I'll be working in Silema/Gzira and that area I will get an apartment in Bahar ic-Caghaq, as it's near the sea and quiet as far as I've ...
Bahrija is really small and it always looks completely abandoned/dead. It has some really nice scenery though (a nice little freshwater stream with endemic freshwater crabs! Although some asshole poured concrete in it!! Nice sea views from the ride, ... Read More
UK Family moving to Malta - Lija? by Manxy
Hello all, We are a family of four moving from the Isle of Man to Malta and posted on here a few months to receive great help and chatted with other expats about their experiences. Our move is now getting closer and after originally visiting Malta ...
Hmm, i don't know, i don't commute to work. My girlfriend works in Kalkara, 10 km (not same direction as Sliema though), but it takes her nearly an hour. I know somebody who has to get to Sliema from Attard and it can easily take an hour as ... Read More
UK Family moving to Malta - Lija? by Manxy
Hello all, We are a family of four moving from the Isle of Man to Malta and posted on here a few months to receive great help and chatted with other expats about their experiences. Our move is now getting closer and after originally visiting Malta ...
Hi, I live in Lija and would certainly recommend it. It's a very small and pretty village, some say (one of) the prettiest in Malta. I would say it's a good place for families, it's clean, quiet (although there's quite a bit of ... Read More
Self employment : taxes, healthcare, blablah by mdavid
Hi ! I'm trying to gather informations but there are some things that are still unclear for me (and remember I'm French and that my understanding of English is often unreliable :) ). So we'll be moving from Paris to Malta next month and ...
I stand corrected, I did not know this. Read More
Self employment : taxes, healthcare, blablah by mdavid
Hi ! I'm trying to gather informations but there are some things that are still unclear for me (and remember I'm French and that my understanding of English is often unreliable :) ). So we'll be moving from Paris to Malta next month and ...
I needed eight (8!) fillings last year!! 38 euros a pop ... :-/ Read More
Self employment : taxes, healthcare, blablah by mdavid
Hi ! I'm trying to gather informations but there are some things that are still unclear for me (and remember I'm French and that my understanding of English is often unreliable :) ). So we'll be moving from Paris to Malta next month and ...
Hey, when you get here, you'll have to get a social security number (get this first, it's quite easy), then you register with ETC as self-employed, and you will need a tax number and a VAT number. The first year you will have to pay social ... Read More
Saturday 13 Dec: many Heritage Malta monuments/sites open for free
Copying a message I found elsewhere - might interest some people :) "On Saturday 13th December, Heritage Malta will be opening the doors to 17 of its sites for free. These are: St. Paul’s Catacombs, the Domvs Romana (Rabat), the ... Read More
Bicycle repair shops in Sliema
The Cyclist in San Gwann is a really good shop, don't know if it's close enough ... Read More
Questions concering ID and ETC. URGENT!!! by JackieGold
Hello everybody! So I moved to Malta 9 weeks ago and just found a job. They need my ID and Tax number for my contract, but I do not have ID or Tax Number yet. I have not registered with the ETC, since I got the job offer before I went to the First ...
The way i did it: 1) Social Security (it's easy to get, even with a foreign passport) 2) ETC/Tax number/VAT (i'm self-employed) 3) Car registration 4) eID 5) with a lot of effort: bank account :) 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?
Try using a fan in your bedroom to keep them away (literally blows them away). A/C works too usually but it's gonna be costly to run all night every night. I wouldn't use DEET for household use, it's really toxic. We have occasionally ... Read More
Accommodation suggestions needed + thoughts about cycling by ewa22
Hello everybody, Soon my boyfriend and me will move to Malta. I would like to ask you, were is a good region live in Malta? The accommodation should be not further than 15 min to an area, where we can go for grocery shopping and to the markets ...
@Ewa: Hmm, i'm afraid the group cannot be consulted if you're not on FB. I wasn't on FB either, but since i'm keen on cycling, I caved in eventually... (Also, in general, it's really hard to have a social network or to keep ... Read More
Accommodation suggestions needed + thoughts about cycling by ewa22
Hello everybody, Soon my boyfriend and me will move to Malta. I would like to ask you, were is a good region live in Malta? The accommodation should be not further than 15 min to an area, where we can go for grocery shopping and to the markets ...
Check out the Bicycle Advocacy Group on Facebook if you want to find out more about cycling in Malta. https://www.facebook.com/groups/158119417606344/ Read More
bank account with no reference by corvaccio
I need to open a bank account here in Malta but I have no previous account in my home country. Is it possible? I know that will be long and difficult but can be achieved?
Somebody told me that they are going bankrupt. (Also, somebody else got his account hacked, had a large sum of money stolen, no protection/insurance whatever, he's never gonna see it back.) Read More
bank account with no reference by corvaccio
I need to open a bank account here in Malta but I have no previous account in my home country. Is it possible? I know that will be long and difficult but can be achieved?
I went to BOV - five times now. I still don't have an account. I have an eID, accounts from my accountant (i'm self-employed), NI contributions, rental contract, etc. I didn't have the bank reference letters. They wrote to my bank. My ... Read More
Renting / leasing a bar in malta by Mgs1982uk
Hi all, Firstly a quick introduction, I run a successful pub restaurant in the uk for one of the big companies and I have been giving some serious thought to relocating to Malta in the next 2 years. I have a fiancee and a 2 year old daughter. My ...
For the purely administrative aspect (setting up, registration, permits etc.), i suppose Business First is a good place to start. http://businessfirst.com.mt/en Read More
Suitable Net Income for living in Malta by kf2001
Hi guys, I'm thinking of moving to Malta soon. I need to ask you for help on this: Is a NET income of 3,000 Euros per month good enough for above average life not counting rent? My situation is: 2 adults Will be using AirCon all the time in ...
Such a fuss about power cuts! They are the perfect occasion to slow down. Turn off your tv, your phones, computers. Have candlelight dinner with your beloved one(s). Surely you can live without A/C for a few hours? Go sit on the roof, enjoy the ... Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
Virtu Ferries is hideously expensive, there's no competition, it's the only way to get on/off this island by boat. When we go for a trip to Sicily, it's usually cheaper to fly to Trapani with Ryanair and rent a car than to use the ferry ... Read More
Eastern European gangs instilling fear in Sliema! by ricky
Hi all, please be aware that Eastern European gang crime is on a massive increase at the moment! Sadly the police are not in a situation to respond appropriatly. It has been weeks since I have seen a policeman on beat in Sliema and local wardens ...
Each time someone uses the phrase "with our tax payers' money", a puppy dies. Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Went to BOV in Attard, they said I needed the bloody reference letters, they wrote to my bank and said they would call me back, haven't heard from them since (3 weeks ago ...) :nothappy: 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 ...
You will get a letter with two pin codes, saying that your card is ready for pick-up. (Took two weeks for me - maybe they're working on summer schedule now - ie. a bit more relaxed ... ;) ) Read More
Civil Unions by MalteseCross
http://www.maltatoday.com.mt/comment/blogs/37995/civil_unions_a_historic_moment#.U0yIElJ3vMy At last, we move on.
Strong NW winds expected tomorrow and Wednesday ... :) Read More
Other (VRTs) now accepted by Transport Malta. by GuestPoster566
anyone bringing a vehicle into Malta from another member state will be able to present an original valid roadworthiness certificate (VRT) issued in another member state and showing the latest odometer reading by VOSA UK (Vehicle and Operator ...
I misread your message. I thought it wasn't any real news, or if anything, that it made things more complicated. But if now, if instead of the odometer certificate (Jevic) one can use a VRT with odometer reading, that is indeed good news! What ... Read More
Other (VRTs) now accepted by Transport Malta. by GuestPoster566
anyone bringing a vehicle into Malta from another member state will be able to present an original valid roadworthiness certificate (VRT) issued in another member state and showing the latest odometer reading by VOSA UK (Vehicle and Operator ...
--- irrelevant post, sorry --- Read More
World Cup on TV
World Cup starting next week! Will games be broadcast on "regular" TV? I believe I read somewhere that Malta (together with my native Belgium) were one of the few countries who managed to guarantee that the games would still be broadcast ... Read More
Residence ID card and photo by jakanfinne
Going to Valletta tomorrow and leave my application for the E-Residence card. how about the photos, do i need to take some passport photos with me? I read somewhere that they actually take the photos in the building nowadays? How are the queues ...
When I went (April), they took my picture there, both for the Residence card and then aftwerwards for the eID account. Read More
What are the PIN #s on the residence card notifications for? by StrangerInMalta
I received a form letter from the Dept. for Citizenship & Expatriates Affairs saying my "residence permit/document is now ready for collection." It further states ... "Below please find PIN numbers related to your card." Below that was a PIN A ...
[cross-post from the sticky topic on applying for the eID card - thought it was funny that this topic came up again today] Small update: if you actually want an eID account, to use the services on https://mygov.mt/, you will need to activate the ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info for UK ExPats by GuestPoster566
Removed due to thread going off topic and cluttered again. No longer serving a useful purpose.
Small update: if you actually want an eID account, to use the services on https://mygov.mt/, you will need to activate the account. As far as I know, this does not happen automatically when you pick up the eID-card (after you got a letter with two ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info for UK ExPats by GuestPoster566
Removed due to thread going off topic and cluttered again. No longer serving a useful purpose.
Picked up my card today, two weeks and one day (because of 1st May i guess :)) after I applied. I had read so many horror stories here, it looks like it was a real shambles when they introduced the new system, but now I would say it's a pretty ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info for UK ExPats by GuestPoster566
Removed due to thread going off topic and cluttered again. No longer serving a useful purpose.
Same here, went today, took 15 minutes. Do your homework, make sure you have all the necessary documents, download and fill in the forms at home, and it should go pretty quick. (I have to say though that they barely check what you filled in, ... Read More
Flag question
What's the "Danish" flag (red with white cross) that could be seen flying everywhere these last couple of days? Easter-related? Just curious .... :) Read More
Where to buy ... ? by nilonilonilo
Where to buy: - good tea? As in, good loose leaf tea. Most shops have a big assortment of brands, even Clipper and other fancy stuff like that, but do you know of a good tea shop with bulk containers of loose leaf tea? - running shoes? Most sport ...
Yep, that's the shop that's replacing the Bowline. Either way, I was in Belgium for the weekend, picked up at pair of New Balance with 50% off, I'm all set again :) Read More
"Clampdown on unregistered foreing cars" + info on registering cars by nilonilonilo
This in the Times of Malta: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20140110/local/clamp-down-on-unregistered-foreign-cars.502118#.Us-lA_SaeQA I've been driving my car with Belgian plates for over 20 days now. I haven't registered as a resident ...
!!! Does that mean that cars from other countries don't need this Jevic certificate? On the TM no mention is made of that. Read More
Where to buy ... ? by nilonilonilo
Where to buy: - good tea? As in, good loose leaf tea. Most shops have a big assortment of brands, even Clipper and other fancy stuff like that, but do you know of a good tea shop with bulk containers of loose leaf tea? - running shoes? Most sport ...
I'm sorry, I haven't been yet to that tea shop... Also, the bowline, an excellent shop cited above, has unexpectedly closed. (Bought some hiking shoes there just before Christmas, but then they closed on the 4th of January). A new, similar shop is ... Read More
Gozo walking map.
Nice one! Say, Mick, do you know what they are building on that hill between Marsalforn and Ramla Bay? From far it looks like another Maghtab ... :( Also, what happened to the roads in Nadur? We trashed our car on the way to Ramla, hadn't been ... Read More
"Clampdown on unregistered foreing cars" + info on registering cars
This in the Times of Malta: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20140110/local/clamp-down-on-unregistered-foreign-cars.502118#.Us-lA_SaeQA I've been driving my car with Belgian plates for over 20 days now. I haven't registered as a resident ... Read More
Coworking workshop space by pevi
A friend and I are about to rent a space, which we would like to run as a coworking workshop (you can read about coworking: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coworking and http://coworking.com/) The basic idea is that we would offer workshop and a ...
That's pretty cool! I used one of those back in Brussels, was wondering if something similar existed here. Where would it be? If this actually happens, please keep us posted! Read More