Joe Bray
@brayster99
Maltese citizen
Forum posts
91
About me
Maltese
Lives in ghaxaq
Speaks English, Italian
Registration: 30 June 2012
Where to buy paneer in Malta???? by sarso7
Anyone any ideas???
there is an indian restaurant on the sliema waterfront, the chef makes his own paneer. You could ask him? Read More
Has anyone ordered online through Ikea Sicily by sarah101
Hi, just wandering if anyone has ordered online through Ikea Sicily. There are a good few things we would like to purchase but are struggling on the website even tho we have translated the page. Maybe our bad Internet connection we have at the mo ...
You could try the other outfit holland - malta (just ggogle). I switched to using them as they accounts are a little more organised and can give proper VAT receipts. Read More
Roku Box and Apple TV OR Melita & Go Tv - - ? by SMeddie
I am trying to decide if I should buy a Roku Box and Apple TV (Both 拢180 one off price), and just pay 25 Euro from Melita for Internet & Telephony bundle per month. However does Netflix work outside UK? Or Just go for the ..... (Melita Family ...
My friend has been using https://www.unblock-us.com/ with success, its not a VPN but works on DNS so that the authentication is done via any country you like (circumvents the geo look up DB at the provider) but the content is delivered from your ... Read More
good BBQ restaurant?
chukkas, nr the marsa sports club. They BBQ properly and have the best meat on the highland (that i have tried so far). Also that Argentian place opposite Saddles isnt bad.. Chukkas is better. You'll need to book. Read More
Importing a Vehicle
http://www.valuation.vehicleregistration.gov.mt/motorVehicle.aspx uk2malta will ship it, approx. 1k gbp Read More
Air travel for dogs by RoyR5085
Hi Everyone, We are flying out to Malta next Saturday with our two welsh collies (all documents etc in place and ready to go including cages) and never taken them on a flight before and wondering if anyone has any personal experience (good or bad) ...
we flew our cat and the process was very smooth, on arrival in Malta they get taken to a warehouse on the other side of the airport, the local vet/customs guy came promptly checked the paperwork and released her. Make sure the paperwork is in ... Read More
Living in Mellieha with children.
I'd say that Mellieha is probably a little too far north as most kids (after school) activities are in the central metropolis.. however, this only means a few more mins in the car.. Read More
house purchase prices - experiences sought
Hi All, I am looking to buy a house in Malta and would like to repeat Kiwi Dans request for info. As I understand it; - there is no published info on house prices (mouse price etc) - sold prices are about 70% of asking price - asking prices are a ... Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
again out of curiosity, what makes you believe residency is an act of volition. If within the EU residency application and documentation is immediate and coupled, one could equally assume its the later that concretes residency. It would also be an ... Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
ah. so they giveth with one hand and taketh with the other. I am going to need a lawyer. Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
The italian consulate also told my wife that they were unable to transfer her residency until she had formal documentation (id card) from the Maltese. Which seems a fair position. What gives? do we actually live in the EU? Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
so you become resident as soon as you settle (another ill-defined term), apply for residency (because you shouldn't unless you consider yourself resident (more wooliness) or expiring your legal obligation to do so or which ever is the soonest. You ... Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
crumbs, how does that work? Considering yourself resident makes you so? thats a bit philosophical. What if you were still resident in the UK when you asked for the appointment for residency. Or you considered yourself resident made an application ... Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
the act of applying makes you resident? bonkers! and if you were refused? At the time we applied for residency we did so because it was a 8 month wait just to get an interview, to make an application. so for clarity; is it the initial enquiry that ... Read More
Transfer of residency exemption by GuestPoster708
Hello everyone We have submitted our docs last week for the exeption, but I just received an e-mail from them today looking for additional paperwork. I have no problem providing 3 out of 4, all it takes is an e-mail from the country we resided in ...
Hi Guys, We were just refused based on the dates, as we applied the day after we got our residency cards, rather than 30 days after becoming resident ( the actual legal definition of which eludes me). In our case we were holidaying in Malta with ... Read More
Craft Brewing on the maltese Island by lauralane78
Hi all just to introduce ourselves, we have moved to malta a few weeks ago. My husband Pete is a craft brewer and produces several kinds of Ales . He has done this as a hobby for some time now and has decided to bring some of his creations to ...
As way of update.. Peter and I met up and are aiming at "exhibiting" at Django's at the end of March. I have also set up facebook.com/MaltaBrewers just in case you feel like adding to the brewing enthusiasm. Love to hear from you. Read More
boat? by brayster99
Just wondered whether there are any boat owners (especially who keep their boats in the south, Marsascala/xlokk/b'bugia) and wouldn't mind sharing some knowledge about - what the costs are for importing boats from other countries or keeping a ...
yes I would be, what size of boat would it be suitable for? Read More
boat? by brayster99
Just wondered whether there are any boat owners (especially who keep their boats in the south, Marsascala/xlokk/b'bugia) and wouldn't mind sharing some knowledge about - what the costs are for importing boats from other countries or keeping a ...
I think sail would be better, considering the price of diesel. The informal chatter about the swing moorings is that its used to be a free-for-all and you'd drop your own "Mazra" (concrete bucket) and as long as you're further than 20 feet away from ... Read More
boat? by brayster99
Just wondered whether there are any boat owners (especially who keep their boats in the south, Marsascala/xlokk/b'bugia) and wouldn't mind sharing some knowledge about - what the costs are for importing boats from other countries or keeping a ...
I should add that i am looking to buy something that a family of four and a dog could spend the weekend for general larking about and picnics on the water. Nice to have features would be - not *too* expensive to buy or maintain - twin powered. ... Read More
boat?
Just wondered whether there are any boat owners (especially who keep their boats in the south, Marsascala/xlokk/b'bugia) and wouldn't mind sharing some knowledge about - what the costs are for importing boats from other countries or keeping a ... Read More
Craft Brewing on the maltese Island by lauralane78
Hi all just to introduce ourselves, we have moved to malta a few weeks ago. My husband Pete is a craft brewer and produces several kinds of Ales . He has done this as a hobby for some time now and has decided to bring some of his creations to ...
Yep, wife, 7 year old girl and a 5 year old boy, one dog, two cats, 2 turtles and tomorrow a partridge in a pear tree. :) Read More
After recent rain i started seeing some worms in the kitchen by gabrio
hi there, After the recent rain (this week November 1th 2013), I have noticed that one of the walls in my kitchen had some wet stain with patches, which I guess is "normal" for Maltese walls... ok fine, a bit annoying but I can live with that and ...
thats a Pantry moth and a pain the **** to get rid of. They'll be back. Seal up with vigour. They love any carb based food or nuts etc. and dont think that because you haven't open the packet they cant get in. Those little feckers will get in ... Read More
Craft Brewing on the maltese Island by lauralane78
Hi all just to introduce ourselves, we have moved to malta a few weeks ago. My husband Pete is a craft brewer and produces several kinds of Ales . He has done this as a hobby for some time now and has decided to bring some of his creations to ...
Since March and loving it. I'll drop Peter an email now. Nice you meet you. Read More
Craft Brewing on the maltese Island by lauralane78
Hi all just to introduce ourselves, we have moved to malta a few weeks ago. My husband Pete is a craft brewer and produces several kinds of Ales . He has done this as a hobby for some time now and has decided to bring some of his creations to ...
SNAP! - have got a few brews ready and planning to launch in my brothers bar - Django in Valetta, do you want to exchange details and do a mini beer fest, sometime in the next few months? Read More
Moving household goods to Malta by truck by Rocking Ken
Hi All, I have been getting quotes from UK shipping company's in excess of 拢4000 and have just had a thought... What are the implications for doing the removals myself, I have an HGV so could hire a truck in the UK and drive it across then get ...
i believe the costs for hgv on the Pozzalo ferry are spiteful > 2k euro! worth checking. Read More
gourmet - "high quality" food shopping by brayster99
Hi All, I have been searching for decent food / supermarket outlets could anyone point me in the right direction. I am generally looking for typically poshy high end products spoken about on the likes of MasterChef and the myriad of other Foody - ...
That's me and Lynn, haven't knowingly eaten meat for 20 years. A bit upsetting for Lynn when we found out that they put beef in the pastizzi tal pizelli at Caffe Cordina in Valletta and then I found out they put bacon in them at Stephen's in Xaghra. ... Read More
gourmet - "high quality" food shopping by brayster99
Hi All, I have been searching for decent food / supermarket outlets could anyone point me in the right direction. I am generally looking for typically poshy high end products spoken about on the likes of MasterChef and the myriad of other Foody - ...
excellent! insanely overpriced grub, just what what i was looking for. No sarcasm intended. Ta Read More
gourmet - "high quality" food shopping by brayster99
Hi All, I have been searching for decent food / supermarket outlets could anyone point me in the right direction. I am generally looking for typically poshy high end products spoken about on the likes of MasterChef and the myriad of other Foody - ...
the thought had crossed my mind. Maybe a vegetarian with the old bit of fish. A fisharian. Read More
gourmet - "high quality" food shopping by brayster99
Hi All, I have been searching for decent food / supermarket outlets could anyone point me in the right direction. I am generally looking for typically poshy high end products spoken about on the likes of MasterChef and the myriad of other Foody - ...
Gozo? I'll check it out next time I am over, thanks Read More
gourmet - "high quality" food shopping
Hi All, I have been searching for decent food / supermarket outlets could anyone point me in the right direction. I am generally looking for typically poshy high end products spoken about on the likes of MasterChef and the myriad of other Foody - ... Read More
Gym in Malta by Aires365
Hi everyone, Is it easy to find gym麓s in Malta? Is there any "big brands" like Healthcity, etc..? if so, where? in the big cities like Sliema or Valletta? Thank you, Aires.
Do let me know if you hear more of the one in Ta' Xbiex.. As for decent pilates I just started with Basia in the Fortina, Tigne and she seems to be quite good. I have no real reference for judgement though. Read More
Huge problem with removal asking for more money than agreed by MaltaCommando
Hi, I have a big problem with the removals. I agreed to pay 3300 聙, half in cash in the loading and other half in the unloading. At the start everything was fine. They came for the things fast. Then, I had to wait from the 18 of March till the ...
Our stuff landed this Tuesday and it was delivered yesterday ( 2 days ) Read More
Huge problem with removal asking for more money than agreed by MaltaCommando
Hi, I have a big problem with the removals. I agreed to pay 3300 聙, half in cash in the loading and other half in the unloading. At the start everything was fine. They came for the things fast. Then, I had to wait from the 18 of March till the ...
Why cant we name and shame surely thats the point of a forum? Read More
Taxation in Malta by Malta110
Can anyone shed light on the Maltese Tax regime for someone moving from the UK to Malta to live? Is it better to be tax domicile in Malta? Where do you get advice & help? Thanks
just to say I met with John Huber who is both charming and helpful. Tis probably best to stop tinkering in my own tax affairs and leave it all to the pro's. Read More
Taxation in Malta by Malta110
Can anyone shed light on the Maltese Tax regime for someone moving from the UK to Malta to live? Is it better to be tax domicile in Malta? Where do you get advice & help? Thanks
its completely bonkers, i mean what if i held the stock for 1 week, 1 month, 3, 6, 12 months? what if it were high risk or low risk, would that make a difference? At the end of the day the tax makes an entirely subjective view (which could be ... Read More
Taxation in Malta by Malta110
Can anyone shed light on the Maltese Tax regime for someone moving from the UK to Malta to live? Is it better to be tax domicile in Malta? Where do you get advice & help? Thanks
how does one justify intention? that pesky taxman and his clairvoyancey.. Read More
Taxation in Malta by Malta110
Can anyone shed light on the Maltese Tax regime for someone moving from the UK to Malta to live? Is it better to be tax domicile in Malta? Where do you get advice & help? Thanks
yes, i think intentionally so that the taxman retains the right to hobble you at anytime in the future. I am googling around a bit and there seems to be no single answer. What rule does everyone else follow on this, i.e. what is the excepted norm. ... Read More
Taxation in Malta by Malta110
Can anyone shed light on the Maltese Tax regime for someone moving from the UK to Malta to live? Is it better to be tax domicile in Malta? Where do you get advice & help? Thanks
so afaik If you are tax resident non dom from the UK living in Malta and you do not part of the special schemes then; - you are taxed on income from Maltese sources, local rates apply - you not taxed on your global income - you are taxed on a ... Read More
UK and Maltese tax advise
Could anyone recommend a tax advisor who understands both the UK and Malta ends? Read More
Update on TV Services by GuestPoster566
Hi, I've had a look around the threads and was wondering if there is any update to what may be the best way to receive TV? We would like the usual channels, not too bothered about all sports because I can go out to watch the one and only football ...
No, we do more sports and corporate stuff. They started out as this and the guys who run it are now competitors to us. Do you know what exact legal experiences did tvcatchup had? I would like to read about those ... Read More
Update on TV Services by GuestPoster566
Hi, I've had a look around the threads and was wondering if there is any update to what may be the best way to receive TV? We would like the usual channels, not too bothered about all sports because I can go out to watch the one and only football ...
you need a uk vpn for tvcatchup! Read More
Update on TV Services by GuestPoster566
Hi, I've had a look around the threads and was wondering if there is any update to what may be the best way to receive TV? We would like the usual channels, not too bothered about all sports because I can go out to watch the one and only football ...
love to know more about the stb they are using.. purely out of professional curiosity! Read More
Update on TV Services by GuestPoster566
Hi, I've had a look around the threads and was wondering if there is any update to what may be the best way to receive TV? We would like the usual channels, not too bothered about all sports because I can go out to watch the one and only football ...
love to more about the stb they are using.. purely out of professional curiosity! Read More
Update on TV Services by GuestPoster566
Hi, I've had a look around the threads and was wondering if there is any update to what may be the best way to receive TV? We would like the usual channels, not too bothered about all sports because I can go out to watch the one and only football ...
are they back-hauling the channels to malta and the re-distributing in country or just streaming direct from the UK? the first scenario would be much better! FWIW, I happen to work for the UK largest independent streaming company and no we dont ... Read More
Adapters / Power strips extensions : bad quality and dangerous ? by Frediy
Hello. Is it me or some adapters / power strips extensions are real shit here (even when fused) ? First the fused adapter for my washing machine (which has an european plug) died in one week or so. Then, the exact same kind of fused adapter (that ...
you get what you pay for. If you spend 3 euro, you can expect it to melt. Try looking for stuff with british kite mark http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitemark .The malta plug is the british plug after all. I would go for ones with surge protection ... Read More
Arborist required
Does anyone know a good arborist (tree surgeon) in Malta, they would need to be a professional with excellent rope skill, not just a butcher with a chain saw. I suspect such a person doesn't exist. thanks, Joe Read More
commuting by bicycle/motorbike by brayster99
Hi All, I realise that most people are of the opinion that cycling in Malta is dangerous, but are there any forum members *with first hand experience* who can say whether the situation is really any different to any other european city? I have ...
snap, i'll be doing Ghaxaq to Ta' Xbiex. I am going to get some wheels. I was think about bringing my piaggio mp3, but the three wheels might be a bit overkill for the dryer roads. Its true about 120% concentration. Whenever I am on two wheels i ... Read More
commuting by bicycle/motorbike by brayster99
Hi All, I realise that most people are of the opinion that cycling in Malta is dangerous, but are there any forum members *with first hand experience* who can say whether the situation is really any different to any other european city? I have ...
hee hee, made me laugh - thanks Read More
commuting by bicycle/motorbike
Hi All, I realise that most people are of the opinion that cycling in Malta is dangerous, but are there any forum members *with first hand experience* who can say whether the situation is really any different to any other european city? I have ... Read More
Shipping your shopping by brayster99
I believe that kind soul here posted the details of a part EU funded site that had 4 european hubs for the purpose of shipping goods that had been bought on-line for forwarding to Malta. I cant find the link anymore and I think I am wearing out ...
not really its the same group of companies that offer this service and the shopping service. Remember that the main cost of removal services is the nice men who come round and pack up all your stuff and take it away in their van. If you box/pallet ... Read More
Tax rate by GuestPoster641
Hi there - I am new to this forum and hope someone is able to help me. I am considering a post that is on offer in Malta with an income of around 70000 gbp per annum. I am enquiring about the tax rate and it seems quite confusing. Although I am a ...
Get your employers to pay you as a freelancer? Set-up two ltd companies and reduce your tax to 5% plus admin costs for the structures. I dont believe IR35 exists in Malta. Talk to an accountant! Make sure you're not classified as Maltese ... Read More
Organic food?
Does anyone know where to get organic veg and meat in Malta? Thanks Read More
Driving from the UK by Rocking Ken
Hi All, Plans are going well for the move to Malta :D I was wondering if anyone has actually driven from the UK? I am looking at importing my car once I'm in Malta as I would have had it for the two years and hopefully avoid the import tax. Would ...
What an absolutely cracking idea Brayster99.......could you keep us informed of the outcome of this please. Will keep this in mind for when Rose and I decide to move across.So by way of update.. I am trying to clarify the rules on n1 import and ... Read More
Thinking of moving to Malta for my Company by cystomatic
I am currently seeking a home for my company. After some discussions with a few consultants I was suggested to either register my company in Malta, Liechtenstein or Cyprus, considering that Malta is a beautiful Island, I'm more tending to move ...
Thanks for the correction. I'm bit confused because this way u can avoid paying taxes, which is unfair to others ( employees ). Correct me if I'm wrong' but even in the uk u have to count dividends into ur income and tax after it ( although u will ... Read More
Moving to Malta Info/Help (Complicated maybe in a good way :S) by thebigjg
Me and my Girlfriend of 7 years are interested in moving to Malta. She has dual citizenship with Malta/Canada I just have Canadian. I have ran my own small business in Canada for the last 6 years in Energy Management systems. I am interested in ...
I guess I will have to have battery backup or be self sufficent/off grid in some sences ;). Unless my provider is also down and without backup lolI wonder what the chances of Melita etc having full end-to-end UPS? I run a internet based business and ... Read More
Thinking of moving to Malta for my Company by cystomatic
I am currently seeking a home for my company. After some discussions with a few consultants I was suggested to either register my company in Malta, Liechtenstein or Cyprus, considering that Malta is a beautiful Island, I'm more tending to move ...
So if u became resident of malta (u remain more than 183 days in Malta) according to duble taxations law, u must pay tax after your income in Malta. Which means - depending on your income - the highest personal tax rate is 35% ... Read More
Furniture Stores by lucyskys
Hi all. We are soon to be furnishing our new flat we need everything. Anyone got any recommendations for stores for kitchen, bathrooms, sofas etc. Thanks
There is a guy who has a facebook page and does weekly trips to ikea and the other hyperstores in italia. You can find him on facebook under sicily bargains. he puts a little on top for the door to door delivery. Read More
Driving from the UK by Rocking Ken
Hi All, Plans are going well for the move to Malta :D I was wondering if anyone has actually driven from the UK? I am looking at importing my car once I'm in Malta as I would have had it for the two years and hopefully avoid the import tax. Would ...
actually the plot thickens. I am travelling with my wife, two kids and the cat. I am now researching the feasibility to buy a panel van ( which has proper status as a commercial vehicle ) and then having it pimped to be my oversized family car in ... Read More
Driving from the UK by Rocking Ken
Hi All, Plans are going well for the move to Malta :D I was wondering if anyone has actually driven from the UK? I am looking at importing my car once I'm in Malta as I would have had it for the two years and hopefully avoid the import tax. Would ...
UKtoMalta.com offered to ship my Passat for 900 euro, which as far as I can tell is cheaper than driving. Consider fuel, ferries and the price of all the coffees, hotels and ryanair fligh.. wdyt? Read More
Thinking of moving to Malta for my Company by cystomatic
I am currently seeking a home for my company. After some discussions with a few consultants I was suggested to either register my company in Malta, Liechtenstein or Cyprus, considering that Malta is a beautiful Island, I'm more tending to move ...
1) locally the infra is good with decent docsis and fibre connections, check out melita. internationally the bandwidth isnt the best. I believe there are two undersea fibre links which the two owners share via bgp. However, its enough for remote ... Read More
Travelling to Malta in a camper van?? by helz
Hi I am looking to move to Malta in Jan/Feb 2013. We have made the decision to sell our car here and buy a campervan to travel over from the UK. We thought with us having a dog, small child and all our personal belongings it would be the best thing ...
Is selling a horsebox in Malta a realistic option? Where would i start researching this? thanks I would suggest that if your car is owned over 2 years that maybe you look at bringing a Horse box over with all your stuff in it (By horsebox I mean ... Read More
PLEASE is there anyone who could help me? :-) by Monica2308
Hi, i麓m planning to move with my family-four kids and husband :-) to Malta.But i麓m definitely lost.Can you give me advice where is the best place to live according to medical help, good schools primary and secondary for my children?Ad is there also ...
Hi Monica, Why dont you let us know a little more and we can suggest and recommend? Start off with stuff like whether you need to commute somewhere and how frequently, will the kids to to private or state school, whether you have any likes or ... Read More
Car ownership costs besides fuel and repairs? by Croato
Hi, I'm a fresh expat in Malta considering buying a used car so I'm wondering if anyone can give me the rundown of the costs involved. Such as (but not limited to): - vehicle road test - insurance - license (I have my driving license from ...
road tax can be found here Read More
Car import query by Rocking Ken
Hi All, Just been reading some articles on another forum about importing your car to Malta.. If what I read is correct it can take up to 3 months to register your car on MT plates. Also as I have owned the car for over two years there will be no ...
you pay the reg fee if you sell not scrap or export. Read More
Ex-pat children in Maltese schools by fergie11
Hi guys , we're a UK family gearing up for a move to Malta in August 2013 and were wondering how ex-pat children integrate into Maltese schools ? We had previously heard excellent reports on the school system down there but have read some not so ...
An update to a previous post. My wife and I went to visit a few private schools. The itinerary included, San Andrea (or Andrea, St Catherines, St Michaels, Chiswick, Newark. see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_schools_in_Malta for a complete ... Read More
Car Tax exemption for imported cars by janagn
Hello all, Just need to share my story with the rest in case that nobody will have to go through what I am currently going. The story acts as a "question" also in case that anybody has any advice or idea. So we drove with out UK registered car in ...
excerpt from the email I received from them; "Kindly note that if vehicle is scrapped or exported registration tax will not be charged, but if vehicle is sold then a valuation will take place and registration tax will be charged." Read More
Car Tax exemption for imported cars by janagn
Hello all, Just need to share my story with the rest in case that nobody will have to go through what I am currently going. The story acts as a "question" also in case that anybody has any advice or idea. So we drove with out UK registered car in ...
I emailed the transport dept and they said that its only payable if you sell it on, which makes sense. So export and scrap would be OK. Looking at the legal side of things the Maltese gov have been a bit sneaky saying this is a registration fee ... Read More
Car Tax exemption for imported cars by janagn
Hello all, Just need to share my story with the rest in case that nobody will have to go through what I am currently going. The story acts as a "question" also in case that anybody has any advice or idea. So we drove with out UK registered car in ...
No, there is no time limit. You will have to pay eventually. TerrySo its not really a exemption more a deferment? i mean unless you grind it and eat it that is. You have to either sell it, scrap it, or export it. Suddenly bringing my car isn't ... Read More
one way international car hire
Are there any van hire companies willing to do pick up in UK and drop in Malta? Read More
Ex-pat children in Maltese schools by fergie11
Hi guys , we're a UK family gearing up for a move to Malta in August 2013 and were wondering how ex-pat children integrate into Maltese schools ? We had previously heard excellent reports on the school system down there but have read some not so ...
My wife and I are off on Monday to visit a few private schools, we'll post back on here our thoughts. The itinerary includes, San Andrea (or Andrea, St Catherines, St Michaels, Chiswick, Newark. see ... Read More
Shipping your shopping by brayster99
I believe that kind soul here posted the details of a part EU funded site that had 4 european hubs for the purpose of shipping goods that had been bought on-line for forwarding to Malta. I cant find the link anymore and I think I am wearing out ...
finally i found it --- http://www.shiplowcost.com/ not sure about rules of posting companies. Looks a bit pricey? Read More
Shipping your shopping
I believe that kind soul here posted the details of a part EU funded site that had 4 european hubs for the purpose of shipping goods that had been bought on-line for forwarding to Malta. I cant find the link anymore and I think I am wearing out ... Read More
Office, Home and School - commute time considertaions
Hi I am moving to Malta quite soon and I need to 1) Set up and small office (10 people) 2) Find schools for the kids ( 4 and 6) 3) Find somewhere to live ( I can stay in Ghaxaq initially) For the office I have been told its best to follow suit ... Read More
Tax situation
Hi All, Perhaps someone could shed any light on a situation; its a bit complicated. My friend owns 50% of a UK company and pays himself a minimum wage and lives off dividend payments. His tax bill last year was only about 拢5.5K, he takes the ... Read More
Schooling Alternatives in Mellieha
Did this initiative take off? Read More
I have a holiday home in Malta - documentation required to buy a car?
Hi Caroline, Thanks for that. We might indeed be interested in the Punto, although I did have something bigger in mind. How much do you currently pay for insurance and road tax etc? My in-laws are in Malta now and we're down in Malta in Aug. so ... Read More
I have a holiday home in Malta - documentation required to buy a car?
Hi All, Does anyone know what documents are required to buy a maltese car if I am not a Maltese resident; my situation is this; I have a holiday home in Malta which was bought 20+ years ago. The home is used by our extended family and every year we ... Read More