JohnS
English expat in Malta
Forum posts
76
About me
English
Lives in Sliema
Speaks English (native), French (quite well)
Registration: 11 June 2010
Clothing Donations by iamharibo
Hi all! My boyfriend recently had a wardrobe clear out and wants to get rid of a lot of clothes he doesn't wear. They're all in perfectly fine condition so I don't want to throw them away- any recommendations on places to donate? Do you know ...
You could try "Paws 4 A Cause", a charity shop which supports Malta SPCA. They are in Triq George Borg Olivier in Sliema. Read More
Teaching English - where can I advertise myself? (Sliema)
One possibility would be the Tuition section of the Times of Malta classifieds. See here for some examples of what appears there - http://www.timesofmalta.com/classifieds/tuition . How well it works for such services I honestly don't know. Read More
Anyone know where I can buy printer paper in Sliema? by SummerRaine
Have just ordered a printer but forgot about the paper. Does anyone know where I can find decent packs of printer paper in Sliema or the surrounding area? Thanks
The Trading Post, at the seaward end of Triq Gorg Borg Olivier, has a wide range of stationery (among other things), and helpful staff. Read More
Winter in Malta-Summer in uk by landydave
Hi We have been holidaying for a few years and hate having to go home. We even had a 15 week break in 2009. So now we are looking at a much longer break Is there any short/long term storage on the island.We want to bring over bikes,fishing gear ...
This company offers storage services in Malta: www.u-store.com.mt I have no experience of them and no opinion about their services. But they are there. Read More
MAIL DELIVERIES by biddy
When one moves to Malta, what arrangements must one make for receiving mail - letters or parcels?
What I need to know is, is there a street delivery or must one apply for a box, and if box, is it local or is it at a central point?Maltapost normally deliver direct to your residential address. You can get a PO Box if you want one, but you don't ... Read More
Christmas Dinner
Not a lot in the paper today alas - perhaps a bit early. Here are a couple of examples of the sort of thing hotels offer. (Please note - just examples, not recommendations!) ... Read More
Christmas Dinner
Check out the ads in the Times, and in particular the Sunday Times, over the next few weeks and I'm sure you'll find a fair few possibilities on offer. As to personal recommendations from experience, hopefully forum members can help. Read More
Renewal permanent residence permits by jonescom
We have just been informed that we cannot renew our permits as they have suspended the scheme. If this problem gets resolved is thus going to be an annual problem. We are on the brink of moving to Malta permanently and now this. They have even ...
The Maltese EU will be worth only 50 % by this time next year so keep your money together!Respectfully, I'm not quite sure what you mean by "the Maltese EU". Please could you clarify? Read More
How to rent a house by IreneSH
[i]I would like to know, where I can search for renting a house. I wish to live in the area around Bugibba. Do you have any ideas? Thank you.[/i]
Can anybody clarify for me the estate agent definition of 'maisonette'. When I look at properties, some maisonettes seem to be the top or bottom of a larger house but then some seem to be the whole property. I am very confused? xxMy understanding ... Read More
Maltese/ French/ German by Borka
Hello! I am coming to Malta to study at the Uni and as I speak (more or less) the French and the German, I would like to keep continuing. Do you know about some nice language school (near Msida - the best) ? I would like to start Maltese as well - ...
as I speak (more or less) the French and the German, I would like to keep continuing. Do you know about some nice language school (near Msida - the best) ? .You could try the German Maltese Circle, which is the local affiliate of the official Goethe ... Read More
Free prescriptions? by SummerRaine
Hi all I apologise if this has already been asked but I can't seem to find the answer. We are looking to relocate to Malta next year, however my husbands mother and my mother intend to follow within 3-6 months. I am trying to find out whether they ...
The list of conditions covered appears in Schedule V of the Social Security Act. If you click on the first link in the main text on this page - https://ehealth.gov.mt/HealthPortal/strategy_policy/pharm_pol_mon/med_entitle_unit/schedule_v.aspx - you ... Read More
Spanish people in Malta? by Acuen
Hi everyone. I need help from Spanish people living in Malta, more concretely 3 people. My name is Marc Cuenca, I'm 17 and I'm from Barcelona. As a Catalan Baccalaureate student, I'm working on a project called "Treball de Recerca" (research ...
Only an idea, but perhaps the Spanish-Maltese Cultural Centre in Valletta might be able to help you with some contacts. They're at http://www.spanishmaltesecentre.org/ . Read More
German language in Sliema
One place you could think about is the German-Maltese Circle in Valletta. It is the Maltese representative for the Goethe Institut, the official German cultural organisation, and it runs courses at various levels. See germanmaltesecircle.org I ... Read More
Bus fare question by hammersfan
I believe there is a 2 tier bus fare system in operation now: residents rate and tourists rate. My daughter (a resident, with an ID Card) was unaware of this and so was only surprised how expensive the bus fare was for her journey. It seems the ...
I am glad that the prices are less for ID card holders however it would be nice if the drivers knew this!I think most of them do. I haven't had trouble with this issue myself, and I've travelled a fair few times now. But undoubtedly there are ... Read More
Bus fare question by hammersfan
I believe there is a 2 tier bus fare system in operation now: residents rate and tourists rate. My daughter (a resident, with an ID Card) was unaware of this and so was only surprised how expensive the bus fare was for her journey. It seems the ...
From the Arriva website, here is an overview of ticket types: http://www.arriva.com.mt/tickets-and-fares?l=1 And here are details of the fares: http://www.arriva.com.mt/fare-information?l=1 Read More
Confused .... Residence / Work Permit by scubaboy
Hiya All, I presume this has been banded about all of the forum and yes even though i am lazy i have looked around the forum for the answers. I have been informed that as of this month a UK Citizen (and some other EU countries) do not need a work ...
Hi Ricky Respectfully I think your account of "reciprocal health care" for UK citizens may not be quite right. May I set out my understanding? Firstly, as you (broadly) say, if you have a healthcare entitlement in another EU country (including ... Read More
Storage facilites in Malta
I'm aware of (though have never used) this one - http://www.ustore.webs.com/ Read More
Bus routes and timetables by hammersfan
are now available on the Arriva website: http://www.arriva.com.mt/routes-and-timetables?l=1 Regards Tim
Hard to answer that, Lindsey, because the buses you'll be interested in will be those of the new Arriva service which doesn't start till 3 July. They aim to improve on the present service on several counts, including reliability and punctuality. ... Read More
Renewal permanent residence permits by jonescom
We have just been informed that we cannot renew our permits as they have suspended the scheme. If this problem gets resolved is thus going to be an annual problem. We are on the brink of moving to Malta permanently and now this. They have even ...
Tonio Fenech, the Finance Minister, spoke at a presentation by the accountants Blevins Franks last week. He quoted, if memory serves me. a figure of about 800 for the number of current PR scheme participants. This is in the same ballpark as ... Read More
New and unknown! by Biet
Hello all of you! I am a new member of this 大咖福利影院. I realy like this forum, because I live in Malta for only 1 month, and I have a lot of questions! I hope someone can help me out. I have allready an IDcard, and now I am wondering how to get a ...
A point to watch re Atlas. Generally, I've heard good reports of them. However, when I got a quote from them last year, it included the provision that "Members must be entitled for free treatment in our local state clinics and hospitals". If you ... Read More
New and unknown! by Biet
Hello all of you! I am a new member of this 大咖福利影院. I realy like this forum, because I live in Malta for only 1 month, and I have a lot of questions! I hope someone can help me out. I have allready an IDcard, and now I am wondering how to get a ...
Hi Biet This is an attempt to cover a complex subject quickly! You are entitled to use the Maltese public health system if you are paying (or perhaps have recently paid) social security contributions in Malta or another EU state. (Or perhaps if ... Read More
Residential Areas by biddy
We need help with finding a congenial area in which to buy a property in Malta. We'd prefer not to be close to touristy but rather near undeveloped, country areas. Any suggestions??
Undeveloped,country areas? Maybe you should try a different island -))).For example, perhaps, Gozo? Read More
Rental Agencies by lindseyb
Hi, Can anyone recommend a good rental agency to me. We麓re looking to move over in the next few months :) :) :)
Just so you know - it's common practice in Malta to put your property on with several agents, not just one. So you may find the same properties coming up repeatedly with different agents. Also, sometimes, your agent may try to interest you in a ... Read More
Rental Agencies by lindseyb
Hi, Can anyone recommend a good rental agency to me. We麓re looking to move over in the next few months :) :) :)
Frank Salt at franksalt.com.mt are a large and I think generally well-regarded outfit. Read More
ID cards
As far as I can remember, I wasn't even asked for a birth certificate - just my passport, and the relevant application form. You can find the application forms in the Downloads section of http://www.electoral.gov.mt/ . They may help give you an ... Read More
Small earthquake in Malta?
The Times reports a finding by the University that there have been small seismic disturbances in Malta over the last few days. http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20110424/local/more-tremors-felt.362040 I think I have felt my own apartment ... Read More
Why Malta by ajwebber
Hi all, just querying why everyone chose Malta and what do you all miss about your home country? :top: Amanda x
From my perspective (I'm a UK retiree), I have found Malta friendly, welcoming, inexpensive, low-tax, and a pleasant place to live. Services, including public services, seem to me to work decently. They are not gold-plated, but for me they're ... Read More
Need good sound financial advice by ajwebber
Hi, Could someone point me in the direction of a good financial advisor please? I need to know if it is better invest a substantial amount of money on purchasing a property in Malta or leave the money in my property here in England and just rent ...
A much recommended Maltese adviser on tax and residence is one John Huber, whose website is at www.johnhubermalta.com . Also I know of, but haven't tried, a UK accounting firm called Blevins Franks, who specialise in advising UK expats and have ... Read More
Government Bonus in Wages by iamharibo
Hey all, me again! This is something I've been happily accepting but have no idea about and I think it's about time I tried to find out! Every few months I get a 'government bonus' in my wages. Always a different and seemingly random amount- any ...
This link gives you a quick description of what the bonus is and what the amounts are. The amounts are described as "fixed", though how long they are fixed for, and by what method, is not ... Read More
Electrician ?
Is there a good newspaper that carries job adverts/placements etc ?Try the Times of Malta at www.timesofmalta.com . You can get the classified ads online for free, though not the display ads. You might also be interested in the official government ... Read More
Looking for a furnished room for 3 months or for flatmates :)
One possible place to look is the Times of Malta classified ads - timesofmalta.com/classifieds . Read More
Hello by swanny
Hi all, Looking for some help and was recommended to this forum. Hoping to come over this winter for a holiday with a view to either moving permanant or initially long term lets from sept- may. Looking for some advice on where to stay ideal ...
One man's view: Maltese winters are almost certainly milder than UK ones. Snow is pretty well unheard of. It can still get damp and grey and cold though. As a benchmark, night-time temperatures recently dropped to 4 degrees C, and that was ... Read More
Where do you go to register to pay tax by bemused
Hi everyone I am now going to need to pay tax in malta, can anyone help by telling me where I need to go.
Good point. I'm not working myself so don't know. Certainly I'd hope an employer would do much of the work for you. Hopefully someone who's had that experience can tell us. Read More
Where do you go to register to pay tax by bemused
Hi everyone I am now going to need to pay tax in malta, can anyone help by telling me where I need to go.
You go to the Inland Revenue Department in Floriana (unless you're in Gozo, in which case there's an office in Victoria). Details here: http://www.ird.gov.mt/openinghours.aspx You might find this form useful: ... Read More
ID cards by lucyanya
Have to go get my ID cards sorted this week. Can anybody confirm what I will need to take regarding documentation for me, hubby and kids please. Also, where in Valletta do we go to please? Many thanks Jules x
You might find it useful to complete, or at least consider, this form in advance. But they will give you one if you don't bring it. http://www.electoral.gov.mt/getresource.aspx?id=65 You are going to something called the Evans Building in ... Read More
Dry cleaning/laundrette by panuch
Hi everybody, as I don't have a washing machine at the moment I need to find a place where I can have my clothes washed and ironed (especially) shirts. Can you suggest me any shop in Sliema/Gzira/Msida? Have you tried any of the online ...
There's a launderette called the Lagoon Launderette in Sliema. It's in the High Street. It's a bit hidden away in the entrance to the car park adjacent to the Tower Supermarket. PS - There is a closed shop opposite, in the High Street itself, ... Read More
Family of 5 looking to move from the UK by immortal
Hi, Im Matt, 33 from the UK. I have a lovely wife and 3 young children (6,4 and 2) We are seriously considering moving to Malta (family rifts pushing us mostly) and i have a few questions if someone would be good enough to answer for me... 1: ...
Arriva Malta's jobs page is at arriva.com.mt/work-with-us?l=1 Read More
Family of 5 looking to move from the UK by immortal
Hi, Im Matt, 33 from the UK. I have a lovely wife and 3 young children (6,4 and 2) We are seriously considering moving to Malta (family rifts pushing us mostly) and i have a few questions if someone would be good enough to answer for me... 1: ...
5: The properties seem cheap to rent (seen a few 3 bed townhouse at under 300 euro per month). Is there a reason for that?There are many vacant rental properties and so much competition among landlords. I'm not sure of all the reasons for that, but ... Read More
Cleaning Services/Junk Removal by RubyMarie
Does any one know of a decent cleaning company that won't cost an arm and a leg? My husband and I are moving into an old town house and the current state that it is in, well, its freakin' unbelievable! There is garbage left everywhere, lots and lots ...
Great minds... They do indeed sound like a very useful outfit, if they're any good. I'd be pleased to hear what you make of them, in due course. Read More
Cleaning Services/Junk Removal by RubyMarie
Does any one know of a decent cleaning company that won't cost an arm and a leg? My husband and I are moving into an old town house and the current state that it is in, well, its freakin' unbelievable! There is garbage left everywhere, lots and lots ...
This company says it offers both bulk waste disposal and cleaning services. I have no experience of it though. racscleaningmalta.com Read More
What to buy before you move to Malta? by whiteprimer
Each time I move to a new country I find out after the event... Nuts, I wish I had bought this first and shipped it over with the rest of my things... With this in mind, what things would you buy in advance to stick in your container of household ...
a divorceHaven't understand :/ Can you please explain!You can't get divorces in Malta. There is currently a fraught national debate about whether this should change. Malta does recognise foreign divorces though. Read More
average salary and cost of living in malta by claire&milos
hi peeps can anyone please give us a indication to the average monthley salary and the cost of basic living???
The "Times of Malta" today reports a Parliamentary answer on earnings. It seems that about 64,000 people (ie - my sums - about 15% of the population) earn more than 聙15,000 (which is pretty much the average salary as quoted by George above). Of ... Read More
Part-Time living in Malta?
Hi Pia It does sound as if Malta might be a good candidate for you to consider as a country. There is lots of history and heritage here, and certainly, in places, "old and beautiful town architecture". Though, to be fair, in other places, you ... Read More
Shipping Help :( by iamharibo
I am having a nightmare. Left in the UK I have 4 boxes, about suitcase sized, each weighing around 30kg. I want these shipped to me in Malta but I'm having huge problems. DHL and Fedex quoted me about 聙700 which seems ridiculous. Another company ...
Thanks for sharing your findings. I agree that the charges quoted by your provider do hit one rather unpleasantly between the eyes. As far as I can see (mostly using Ryanair costs) it's hard to fly to the UK and back, bringing a hold bag back with ... Read More
Shipping Help :( by iamharibo
I am having a nightmare. Left in the UK I have 4 boxes, about suitcase sized, each weighing around 30kg. I want these shipped to me in Malta but I'm having huge problems. DHL and Fedex quoted me about 聙700 which seems ridiculous. Another company ...
Hi Haribo I'm afraid this response is more an expression of sympathy than an especially good solution! Yes, I too have got a small quantity of stuff (about 60kg) in the UK. I checked out shipping costs for an unaccompanied 20kg suitcase with a ... Read More
Moving to Malta by tabu63
I would be very pleased to hear the opinions of expats living in Malta. At present I live in south Italy but I am considering moving to Malta. I am an English teacher but I used to be a pharmacist. Thanks everyone.:)
Also, the cost of basics concerns me. For example, gas electricity and water. ... However, what are(is) the electricty company like in Malta?Good cheap utilities are not one of Malta's key selling points. Electricity is supplied by Enemalta and ... Read More
Finding work in accountancy by Pjr111
My partner has the opportunity to work in Malta for a year or two and I am keen to come with her. My concern is in finding suitable employment. Does anyone have a view on the employment prospects for a chartered accountant, aged just north of forty, ...
Please note this is an amateur response from a non-player in the Maltese job market. So treat it with a pinch of salt. My impression is that Malta has quite a few companies in the software and technology field, and is trying to attract more. ... Read More
Malta health services by sunshine3
Hello all! I am new to this forum and to Malta. Moving to Malta at the end of January, with a 2 month old baby and hopefully will like it! I am moving together with my husband, who will work there. I am planning to stay for a few months - not ...
Here is a partial response which others may wish to add to. At the primary care level, there is both a public and a private sector in Malta. Public healthcare is delivered through eight polyclinics or "health centres". There are also many private ... Read More
Living Costs by Ronald88
My wife & I are looking for somewhere to retire to & Malta seems to fit the bill. We would love to hear from expats from any Country to chat with & take advice from on all aspects of moving to, & living in Malta. I am English/South African & my wife ...
we will pay 15% income taxRon There may be a wider point emerging here. If you come to Malta under the "Permanent Residence Scheme", you will indeed pay 15% flat tax on your income. If you're not an EU citizen, then that Scheme may well be the ... Read More
st.pauls bay by ritachapplow
Hi, im hoping to move to malta maybe in st.pauls bay next year. Does any one know which is the best estate agent to rent an apartment, which has modern furniture. Also, i would like to work part time cleaning hotels or apartments, can someone help ...
I stayed in a hotel for two weeks. With hindsight, I could perhaps just about have managed to find a flat in one week. I agree with RubyMarie that you need actually to see some places for yourself. A little more background: rents are cheaper for a ... Read More
st.pauls bay by ritachapplow
Hi, im hoping to move to malta maybe in st.pauls bay next year. Does any one know which is the best estate agent to rent an apartment, which has modern furniture. Also, i would like to work part time cleaning hotels or apartments, can someone help ...
Forgive me if I begin with a couple of general points about estate agents, which you didn't ask for. Be aware that, unlike UK where sole agency is the norm, in Malta properties are often marketed through multiple agents. So if you contact several ... Read More
health insurance requirements for expats by me3512
Anyone have suggestions on health insurance providers in Malta? I am currently with a UK company and I am looking to either add my wife to my policy for 1000euro per year, but have also found a local Malta company for 250 per year ... any ...
it was called the bilateral health agreement, not sure of exact name now.I think it's now the Reciprocal Health Agreement or RHA. More info at https://ehealth.gov.mt/HealthPortal/strategy_policy/eu_healthcare_entitlement_unit/rec_agree_maltauk.aspx ... Read More
Apartments,flats and houses prices by markshutt
Hello again. Just enquiring I have heard there is a certain price you have to pay for a flat and house,Could someone enlighten me to what it is please? I have heard different prices on different websites you see. Thank you
Mark I wonder whether you may be thinking about the Permanent Residence Scheme? (NB I am just guessing that this may be what you have in mind.) This is a scheme which was invented before Malta joined the EU. It allows people of whatever origin to ... Read More
New Year in Malta
According to the "Times", there are plans for a national New Year's celebration in Valletta, apparently for the first time: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20101107/local/valletta-to-host-national-new-year-s-eve-celebration I'm not quite ... Read More
health insurance requirements for expats by me3512
Anyone have suggestions on health insurance providers in Malta? I am currently with a UK company and I am looking to either add my wife to my policy for 1000euro per year, but have also found a local Malta company for 250 per year ... any ...
I am aware of five Maltese providers - GasanMamo, BUPA Malta, Atlas (fronting for AXA PPP), LaFerla, Middlesea. There are also international providers who will give you quotes covering Malta (at least one advertising on this forum). The five ... Read More
Bank Account and paying bills by HAMMinMalta
Hello! I am moving to Malta this coming Tuesday. I have already sealed an apartment. I will be there to start with for 6 months. I wanted to know what my best option for using my monies was?? In other words, who should I bank with for such a ...
Best ask BoV for their current document requirements. They do seem to reply to e-mails. When I enquired a while ago, they wanted an account opening form, certified copy of passport, letter of introduction from a bank or employer, confirmation of ... Read More
Bank Account and paying bills by HAMMinMalta
Hello! I am moving to Malta this coming Tuesday. I have already sealed an apartment. I will be there to start with for 6 months. I wanted to know what my best option for using my monies was?? In other words, who should I bank with for such a ...
Both are fine for the purpose of banking in Malta, I believe. If you want to hold accounts in several countries (which you may or may not), and if you want them all with the same bank (which again you may or may not), then HSBC has an extensive ... Read More
Culture vultures in Malta
Mark, thank you for a most interesting first post! I couldn't agree more. There are loads of fine things in the arts going on in Malta. Perhaps particularly in Valletta - it may be a small town, but it's also the capital of a nation, with a ... Read More
National Insurance Number by iamharibo
Right, So I have my work permit, I just went and applied for my ID card today so should have that soon and I'm looking into the residency stuff (although I've been told a lot of people don't bother with this as its not really necessary?). Now I'm ...
As far as I can see (and NB I'm no expert - reader beware), you get an NI number from the Department of Social Security, which is part of the Ministry of Social Policy. Here is their webpage - ... Read More
confused about tax in Malta by iamharibo
Can someone shed any light on this for me? At the moment I am not being taxed as I haven't met the amount for tax to kick in. No one seems to be able to tell me what that is but from WIKIPEDIA it looks like its 8500. From wiki it says I will be ...
I can't explain it, I'm afraid, but for what it's worth here is the government's Inland Revenue website. No disrespect to Wikipedia, but this should be more authoritative and perhaps more thorough. I guess you will want to look at both the tax and ... Read More
Mystery Shopper Malta by iscmalta
Hi all, I inserted a message yesterday but has disappeared...probably I missed something. I'd like to offer you the chance to offer you the chance to be mystery shopper for my Company in Malta. We are looking for people (are monthly basis ...
A couple of basic ideas to start with: * the government's Employment and Training Corporation has a jobsearch website at www.etc.gov.mt . * the classifieds in the Times of Malta might be useful - timesofmalta.com . For a much longer and more ... Read More
One for the ladies- shopping help! by iamharibo
I miss the make up counters of Debenhams and John Lewis from the UK! I'm really wanting to buy products like Mac Bare Escentuals Bourjois Benefit etc I've tried looking online but all I got was the link to Inglot which I will be trying but I want ...
I am male and don't understand these things, but cautiously offer one thought just in case it may be useful. I wondered whether you were aware of the branch of Debenhams in The Point shopping centre at Tigne Point in Sliema, and whether they might ... Read More
Illnesses by MissMoney
Hey guys would love some help I would love to move to Malta next April with my partner who would get health insurance with his job, but I have Cystic Fibrosis and I'm not sure how your health care system works, Plus the cost of Prescriptions and ...
If you are fully entitled to healthcare under the Maltese public system (for example because you pay Maltese social security contributions or are married to someone who does), then you can get free medicines if you are poor (pink card) or have ... Read More
learning Maltese language by sandiemil
can anyone suggest classes to learn Maltese?
The German-Maltese Circle (a non-profit organisation) is offering a face-to-face course in "Maltese For Foreigners" in Valletta from October. (I understand there isn't any German in it!) germanmaltesecircle.org/courses/MalteseforForeigners.htm Read More
Internet Access by jackieb
Hi All Just wanted to know if anyone could shed some light on the costs and availability of internet access and prices of PC's in Malta. I am not sure how it works there (wi-fi) or do you need a landline? Thanks for the input.
Partial answer - hopefully others can add: Internet is available both via landlines (often bundled in with TV and phone) and wirelessly. There are several suppliers. At the wireless end of things, you can use a "dongle" or "internet key", or an ... Read More
Moving to Malta in 2011
Hi there Partial answer. There is a fairly recent salary survey for Malta, from an employment agency, at http://www.reedglobal.com.mt/__assets/asset421.pdf . In general, I believe Malta is regarded as a fairly low-paying economy. Probably not a ... Read More
new to forum
If animal welfare is a cause that appeals to you, you could think about the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). There are two separate SPCAs, one in Malta and one in Gozo. Websites are www.spcamalta.org and www.spca-gozo.org . Read More
Bank Accounts - why so difficult by lucyanya
Wow, I have been reading through the forum as a newbie, what a wealth of information and fantastically helpful people. One thing that seems to come up is the difficulty in opening a bank account there. Can anybody enlighten me why this is so and ...
HSBC offer a service from various countries to set you up a new account in a country you may be moving to. I used it from the UK and found it good. I have heard of people using it from other countries (eg Canada) too. There may be a charge for ... Read More
Moving to Malta to get EU Passport- by robanday
HI...we are a married couple in our mid 50's and are thinking of coming to Malta to obtain an EU passport. What do we need to do??? Do we need to rent a property or buy, for how much and for how long? Can we be employed (currently wine /fruit ...
There are countries in the EU where you can get citizenship and a passport after some years' residence. Alas, as previous posters have said, Malta isn't one of them. I believe (but do check) that it is possible to do this in Cyprus, which is a ... Read More
Cultural agenda Malta 2010
Picking up on Julien's helpful invitation, I would like to draw forum members' attention to the Malta Arts Festival and the accompanying Malta Jazz Festival. The Arts Festival runs from 1 to 23 July, and includes music, visual arts, and drama. ... Read More