Lesley Coulson
@Lesleyc
English expat in Malta
Forum posts
37
About me
English
Lives in Gzira
Registration: 24 May 2012
Wills by Toon
Not a subject everyone wants to talk about but nevertheless very important after all the rumours one hears - so whats the craic with wills. 1. is your own home country will recognised here - if not can it be made so 2. do you need two seperate ...
Just read the previous posts with interest. Thanks to all for the information and highlighting the importance of making a will or codicil here in Malta. Read More
nursing liscence by oluch8544
how does an international (African ) trained nurse get a nursing liscence to practice in Malta. also what are the necessary requirements to get a nursing job in Malta. any help rendered is appreciated
The Malta Nursing Council is now at St Lukes Hospital, G聮Mangia Hill, G聮Mangia Malta. The lady I have been in contact with Is Ms Claudette DEBONO FARRUGIA. I went to Valletta (Merchant Street) with all my nursing papers, as it said on the website ... Read More
Good hairdressers?? cheap clothes
Oooh I almost forgot: www.everything5pounds.com as many items up to 2kg in weight will cost 拢14.99 delivery to malta Even if you don聮t find anything for work there some great bargains :) Read More
Good hairdressers?? cheap clothes
Hi I can聮t remember where you are living, but I go to a hairdresser in Ponsonby Street, just off the main promenade in Gzira. Her name is Kaylee Mob:98111767. You could call her and tell her your requirements. Her prices are very reasonable. ... Read More
how to get to the police check place in Floriana?
Hi If you get off at the Valletta terminus, walk back past the Phoenicia Hotel and keep going across the main road, cross at the traffic lights, walk through the big car park and after the car park turn right, you will find it on that road, but ... Read More
Getting a Maltese job interview from another country. by jmuthe
Hello, a few months ago I posted a topic about finding a job in Malta and I got some responses but none that I was too satisfied with. Since some time has passed, I thought that maybe there might be new members that could answer my question better ...
Hi Scubaboy My son bought me a cd 聭Learn Maltese聮 so I am learning too. But, my pronunciation is pants!!!!! With a Yorkshire accent :)))) Read More
Getting a Maltese job interview from another country. by jmuthe
Hello, a few months ago I posted a topic about finding a job in Malta and I got some responses but none that I was too satisfied with. Since some time has passed, I thought that maybe there might be new members that could answer my question better ...
Hi Scubaboy I mentioned the Maltese language as being an asset because when I have applied for some positions I was told that not speaking Maltese would be a problem. But I have now secured a job with a UK company. Regards Read More
Getting a Maltese job interview from another country. by jmuthe
Hello, a few months ago I posted a topic about finding a job in Malta and I got some responses but none that I was too satisfied with. Since some time has passed, I thought that maybe there might be new members that could answer my question better ...
Look at the ETC website and Times of Malta website Also you can register with Keepmeposted It will be a start for you to see what sought of jobs are going. And if I were you I would start brushing up on the Maltese language, you will have a better ... Read More
Television online
There is this one: www.atdhenet.tv But sometimes buffers. If you have an IPad you can download FilmOn Free TV Live Regards Lesley Read More
Finally here in Malta....
Claire If you have a copy of the Sunday Times, there is an ad for Overland Health, for Customer Service people. Located in Ta聮Xbiex, is a UK company. Good Luck in your search. Lesley Read More
30E day fee for not registred car of residents by IvanhoeIII
Hi, I have question regarding this fee. We moved to Malta from Czech republic approximately 3 months ago, by our car, with information that we have to register our car within 3 month. Right now when I started the process I found that we have max ...
You were to start the process as soon as you bring the car in to Malta, then they send you a letter advising you that you are allowed to drive here until all the registration is complete. You should carry the letter in the car at all times just in ... Read More
Tax office by sammymammy
Does anyone have the address of the tax office in Silema, I need to apply for a tax, national insurance number. Thanks Sam
Thanks Will do. We can compare notes Regards Lesley Read More
Tax office by sammymammy
Does anyone have the address of the tax office in Silema, I need to apply for a tax, national insurance number. Thanks Sam
No, I have been offered a job at Overland Health in Ta聮Xbiex as Clinical Adminstrator. Will be starting very soon, it should聮ve been last week but, hell, sods law, I broke my foot!!!!!! So am on crutches at the mo but go to hospital tomorrow and may ... Read More
Seeing a GP at Saint James
I went to Doctor at a pharmacist in Msida For examination and diagnosis 聙5 Then the cost of the medication by prescription, which was about 聙7 Read More
Tax office by sammymammy
Does anyone have the address of the tax office in Silema, I need to apply for a tax, national insurance number. Thanks Sam
Sliema 101, Triq Dingli 25903770 This is the address and phone number of the Social Security Office in Sliema. If you call them they may be able to help with your request. Regards Lesley Read More
how do you renew a british passport in malta
They no longer issue passports. If you go on the British Embassy/High Commission website it will give you the information you need and the forms to complete to get your passport from Paris. It costs around 170聙 too. Regards Read More
Problems with IPad by Lesleyc
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L
Thanks, will try your suggestion regards Read More
Problems with IPad by Lesleyc
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L
Thanks Ricky I have been to the Icentre today and it worked perfectly well. While I was there I bought and downloaded the books I wanted. The man didn聮t know what else to suggest except contact GO (our provider). It is odd I can connect to the App ... Read More
Problems with IPad by Lesleyc
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L
IPad 2 WIFI, I don聮t know of Sim card IPads. Apop up on the screen says 聯 Unable to connect to App Store or Itunes or 聯unable to back up ICloud聰 I have emailed the Icentre in Pieta for support. Regards Read More
Problems with IPad by Lesleyc
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L
Thanks Tizcam and Ricky I will visit the icentre. I have IPad2 Regards Read More
Problems with IPad by Lesleyc
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L
Thanks for your reply. Regards Read More
Problems with IPad
I am having difficulty connecting to Apps Store on my Ipad 2 since I came to Malta. Does anyone else have the same problem and/ or know of a quick fix? Also is there an Apple shop/agent in Malta? Thanks for any help L Read More
Boots Chemist by KemKem
Hello, Does anyone know if there are any on the island? Thanks
Yes , there is one in Sliema. 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 ...
Thanks Ricky for the info 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 ...
"Still it depends on priorities, healthcare is good but if you can afford it insurance is more like a security insurance, nice to have but not really a necessity聮 Re the above statement, I have read on the gov website that you have to show evidence ... Read More
Car from non-EU country, as part of transfer of residence by Auspom
The story so far ... We're shipping a 40 foot container of household goods from Australia to Malta - and within it will be a small car (Mitsubishi Colt), which we've owned for 3 years. We're transferring our residence to Malta, so we expect the ...
I think will need the orig plates on the car when it comes, because when you finally get the car registered you have to give Malta Transport the plates in exchange for Malta Plates. Also you will need the orig reg. for the insurance. You should be ... Read More
Car from non-EU country, as part of transfer of residence by Auspom
The story so far ... We're shipping a 40 foot container of household goods from Australia to Malta - and within it will be a small car (Mitsubishi Colt), which we've owned for 3 years. We're transferring our residence to Malta, so we expect the ...
Hi There I had my car transported here from the UK in February. The car arrived on the 20 Feb and I arrived on the 22 Feb. I contacted the depot and asked them to do a VRT for me ready for when I picked it up two days later. You could email the ... Read More
coffee mornings by littlemermaid
Hi all, Not new in Malta. I'm actually part of the furniture! That's how long I've been here!!! However, I'm new to the site. I love meeting people and was wondering if anyone knows about any coffee mornings/get-to-gethers coming ...
Sorry but I won聮t be able to make it this week but let me know the next one. Regards Lesley Read More
Trying to find work in Malta.. Living near Mosta by rrsmith1988
I am trying to find work in Malta. My name is Ryan Smith, I'm 23 and from the UK, I arrived in Malta on the 16th of May to find work, as my partner has relocated here because of work. I am currently living in Bidnija, but am looking to move ...
To RRSMITH1988 If you go to Valletta and register wit ETC they will send you a list of vacancies via email on a daily basis. Also look on the website Keepmeposted, register with them and they will also email you jobs available. Regards Read More
coffee mornings by littlemermaid
Hi all, Not new in Malta. I'm actually part of the furniture! That's how long I've been here!!! However, I'm new to the site. I love meeting people and was wondering if anyone knows about any coffee mornings/get-to-gethers coming ...
Hi I am new to Malta and the site. I am only aware of the weekly meet ups in the evening, next meet is Wed 7pm at Bianco聮s, Spinola Bay. I haven聮t been to one of these meet ups yet. If I can聮t get to that then I would be happy to meet up for a ... Read More
Rates of Pay
Thanks Ricky for the info. I had an interview and was asked what I was expecting to be paid. So if I am lucky enough to be offered the position I聮ll have a better idea of what is the norm. Regards Read More
Rates of Pay
Does anyone know the going pay rates for office administration and for a Registered Nurse are? I am aware the pay scales are lower than the UK but it would be helpful to know roughly what I am likely to be offered. Thanks Read More
Deciding to relocate to Malta instead of Spain by irishwantsomesun
Hi Everyone, looks like a great forum :) My wife and I have probably decided to relocate from the UK with our daughter to Malta - we were going to go to Spain but now think Malta is a better option for us. I would be keen to know what schools you ...
Yes Times of Malta can be viewed online. Which area are you looking to rent, how big etc. My partner is Maltese and advises not to go to an agent as they take a commission and therefore the rent will be higher than a private rental agreement. We ... Read More
Deciding to relocate to Malta instead of Spain by irishwantsomesun
Hi Everyone, looks like a great forum :) My wife and I have probably decided to relocate from the UK with our daughter to Malta - we were going to go to Spain but now think Malta is a better option for us. I would be keen to know what schools you ...
I would suggest looking at the private ads in 聭The Times Of Malta聮 to compare the prices. Happy hunting! Read More
Greetings!
Hi All I have been living in Malta since February 2012, and loving it. I live in Gzira, which is very central, although nowhere is far away in Malta. I am in the process of looking for a part-time job and have applied, sent CV to numerous places but ... Read More