bh73
English expat in Malta
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Registration: 04 August 2012
Teaching English as a Foreign Language by bh73
Does anybody know of any schools where I could gain a TEFL certificate so I could teach English to foreign students? There seems to be a fair few language schools here and I would like to go into this field as I've heard from a couple of people ...
Thanks for the swift response, lauradora. Thanks for the info on the level 4 English language and the CELTA. Much appreciated. Read More
Teaching English as a Foreign Language by bh73
Does anybody know of any schools where I could gain a TEFL certificate so I could teach English to foreign students? There seems to be a fair few language schools here and I would like to go into this field as I've heard from a couple of people ...
Thanks all for your replies. Thanks also for the tip to go for a CELTA course yoriko alty and Ricky. It's appreciated. I'd really like to go into this line of work. Thank you lauradora93 for your reply too. Does anyone know off the top ... Read More
Teaching English as a Foreign Language by bh73
Does anybody know of any schools where I could gain a TEFL certificate so I could teach English to foreign students? There seems to be a fair few language schools here and I would like to go into this field as I've heard from a couple of people ...
Thanks for the recommendation, Ricky! Cheers (: Read More
The Maltese way of living and doing things by PMgirl
Dear all, I need some advice. I have been in Malta for just one week but now I feel that so far for me Malta has been a great disappointment. I came here intending to stay for a year, but what I went thru for just one week makes me feel like Malta ...
Yep, my wife and I stayed in Barcelona for an extended time and not only was the frustrating, rudeness, queue cutters and rip off merchants there was a lot of street robberies. We witnessed three violent street robberies. A gang attempted one on ... Read More
The Maltese way of living and doing things by PMgirl
Dear all, I need some advice. I have been in Malta for just one week but now I feel that so far for me Malta has been a great disappointment. I came here intending to stay for a year, but what I went thru for just one week makes me feel like Malta ...
It's been ups and downs for me and my wife. We've been here just over a year and have experienced some of the negative things other posters have mentioned. The rudeness/shouting/queue jumping used to bother us a lot but we've somewhat ... Read More
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Does anybody know of any schools where I could gain a TEFL certificate so I could teach English to foreign students? There seems to be a fair few language schools here and I would like to go into this field as I've heard from a couple of people ... Read More
Question on flighing in and out of Malta whist waiting our residency?
Hey everyone, Just a quickie that I've put off inquiring about til the zero hour, as I'd been hoping that the clouds would have parted by now and that ever elusive ID residency card would have somehow been bestowed upon us. Sadly, after 5+ months, ... Read More
Residency appliction response time frame by bh73
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ...
Ah, where are they moving to btw? Thank you for the reply! Read More
Residency appliction response time frame by bh73
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ...
Hi, I'm sorry to trouble you all but has anyone got a contact number for the Deparmtent of Citizenship and Expatriot Affairs? I've tried 2200 1830 but it doesn't seem to be working. Cheers. Read More
Residency appliction response time frame by bh73
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ...
Thanks for the info everyone. I guess it's just a case of holding out. Read More
Residency appliction response time frame by bh73
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ...
Is anyone else still waiting? It's about 10 weeks now for us. Read More
HOW TO GET NETFLIX IN MALTA 聳 SOLVED! by SMeddie
When you go to Netflix.com, your IP address is being checked by netflix to see where you are located. If you go to Netflix from a computer that is connected through a standard European IP address, Netflix will display a message that says, 聯Service ...
I use the Media Hint add on for firefox. It's free and easy to set up but it only works for netflix. Read More
Real Estate in Malta 聳 An Online observation! by SMeddie
[b]Real Estate in Malta 聳 An Online observation![/b] Ever since I set out to look for an apartment in Malta four months ago 聳 I have finally managed to get one and I thought it could be a good idea to write an expos茅 after exchanging emails with ...
I just wanted to thank Smeddie and everyone else for contributing on this thread. We've just started this process, so it's really great information. Read More
Chances of finding a 6 month tenancy? by bh73
Hi, My wife and I are have just recently started our search for an apartment. We'd initially prefer a 6 month tenancy. However, the agent that we've been speaking to said a 6 month let is hard to find here. Is this true in any of your ...
Cheers expatboxes. We thought what that agent had told us seemed a bit iffy, so we just wanted to see what others had experienced. Well done on finding an apartment so quickly! It's encouraging to hear, as we're starting to feel the stress. It ... Read More
Chances of finding a 6 month tenancy?
Hi, My wife and I are have just recently started our search for an apartment. We'd initially prefer a 6 month tenancy. However, the agent that we've been speaking to said a 6 month let is hard to find here. Is this true in any of your ... Read More
Residency appliction response time frame by bh73
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ...
Thanks for the replies everyone. That's made us both feel a bit better! Also thank you for the information regarding a change of address during the application process as we'll be in the same boat as Danex2. Good luck to everyone that's waiting ... Read More
Residency appliction response time frame
Hi, My wife and I dropped off our residency application forms almost four weeks ago. We haven't heard anything back yet and it's starting to stress us both out. Does anyone know the time frame for this? We wanted to get it sorted out the day we ... Read More
Returning RHA appication forms?
Thanks rooikat for their opening times. It's appreciated! We were a bit under the weather the last two days so we never made it out in the end. We hope to get this started today. Read More
Returning RHA appication forms?
Brilliant, thank you fellas. We'll be having our first trip into Valletta today then. Thanks again all the guidance and support is much appreciated. Read More
Returning RHA appication forms?
Hi, my wife and I have arrived in Malta and now we're trying to get the ball rolling with our health cover and then our residence. I have a quick question to ask regarding returning our RHA application forms. Can anyone tell me more about the ... Read More
Work and Live by EM12
Hi you all:) First of all id like to say -What a great site this is.. My question is if you think it will be hard finding a job in malta? it doesnt have to be great paid but just to get me living..to pay for a roof over my head and food..im looking ...
Cheers Antonio, we'll get settled first and have a look around then see what happens. Thank you, it's appreciated. :) Read More
Certified copis of birth certificate or original? by bh73
Hi, sorry to trouble you guys again but I have a quick question are certified copies of a birth certificate from the USA accepted by the Maltese authorities when applying for residence or does it need to be an original? Thank you in advance and for ...
Yes, good idea that, redmik. Sadly I'm not as high tech but we're going to make photocopies of our important documents and keep them in different places. Cheers for the tip. Read More
Work and Live by EM12
Hi you all:) First of all id like to say -What a great site this is.. My question is if you think it will be hard finding a job in malta? it doesnt have to be great paid but just to get me living..to pay for a roof over my head and food..im looking ...
Nice going! My wife & I will be landing next week. We'll be looking for similar work and that's encouraging to hear. Nice one! Good luck too to the OP too! :) Read More
Certified copis of birth certificate or original? by bh73
Hi, sorry to trouble you guys again but I have a quick question are certified copies of a birth certificate from the USA accepted by the Maltese authorities when applying for residence or does it need to be an original? Thank you in advance and for ...
Thanks rainbow3 and scubaboy. It's aright we're just both perhaps unnecessarily anxious of bringing originals and something terrible happening that's all. When my wife & I stayed in Barcelona for a short while we nearly lost everything ... Read More
Certified copis of birth certificate or original? by bh73
Hi, sorry to trouble you guys again but I have a quick question are certified copies of a birth certificate from the USA accepted by the Maltese authorities when applying for residence or does it need to be an original? Thank you in advance and for ...
Thanks fellas! Cheers for that. It's appreciated. :) Read More
Certified copis of birth certificate or original?
Hi, sorry to trouble you guys again but I have a quick question are certified copies of a birth certificate from the USA accepted by the Maltese authorities when applying for residence or does it need to be an original? Thank you in advance and for ... Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency' by bh73
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ...
Thank you Ricky! We'll be down in Marsascala to begin with but if everything goes well I think I'll be owing you a pint. It will be good to meet another US/UK couple in Malta when we get settled. Thanks again for your help. Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency' by bh73
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ...
Thanks again for your input Ricky! It's appreciated and has been a great help given that you've been through the same process with your family member. It's still a tiny bit nerve racking but things seem to be lining up now for us and we're both ... Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency' by bh73
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ...
Thanks for taking the time to reply Ricky. It's appreciated. If it is a problem for them it doesn't seem like it will be too hard for us to put right. :) I guess adding my name to the account would also work for them if need be? Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency' by bh73
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ...
Thanks for the fast reply btw. Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency' by bh73
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ...
Yes, the savings are my wife's and are in my wife's name (she's American). I know this is hard for you guys to say but do you think this is a major issue for them or would they see us a 'couple/unit' given us been married? Read More
UK/USA married couple and 'economic self sufficency'
Hi, we're getting closer and closer to the day we fly out to Malta. We've just got a quick question regarding the 'economic self sufficiency' tick box on the application form and would really appreciate if anyone could shed some light these: My ... Read More
Health cover, reciprocal health agreement, & my non EU spouse by bh73
Hi, first off I wanted to say thank you for you all reading and responding to our questions. I imagine you must get the same questions asked so it's appreciated by us both that members here have taken the time to reply. My question is about health ...
That's great georgeingozo! That's good news. I'm glad my wife can get the same health cover as me. Cheers! :) Read More
Health cover, reciprocal health agreement, & my non EU spouse
Hi, first off I wanted to say thank you for you all reading and responding to our questions. I imagine you must get the same questions asked so it's appreciated by us both that members here have taken the time to reply. My question is about health ... Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
Thanks again Markus, that's interesting and doesn't sound too bad as I've commuted to jobs 2 hours away before. That was a bit too much but anything under it seems okay to me. Cheers! Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
Thanks for taking the time to reply Markus, you're insight is appreciated. We had seem bits and pieces of the other towns/cities in Malta but thought they looked too busy for us. We like the quiet life too though I know that might be difficult to ... Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
There are lots of things to recommend ... what especially are you looking for? btw, now that I'm working in the "busy city" ;) I'm so glad every day after work when returning back home to the South.Thanks for the response matm911, it's really ... Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
Good to hear Marsaskala is a good place to be! Is there anything anyone can recommend around there? Cheers! Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
Haha thanks for the tip with the hot water bottle! That's definitely something we'd have forgotten. The area sounds just like what we're looking for. We can't wait! We might do some diving too when we're there. You'll have to let us know the ... Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months... by bh73
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ...
Thanks again, Julian! I bet we'll be on here asking all sorts so all your experience and support is much appreciated. Cheers! Read More
Could anyone recommend a good tattooist by Handeh
Hi, I was just wondering if someone could recommend some good tattooist? And how much approximately tattoos cost here? Cheers, Hanna
Cheers for the info Julian! I'm glad to hear things are generally relaxed concerning tattoos. Read More
Leaving for Malta in a couple of months...
My wife and I are taking the plunge! We're heading out in a couple of months. We're heading to Marsacala first and hope to get a good sense of where we want to settle in a couple of months, as well as sort out our residency. It's a big step but ... Read More
Could anyone recommend a good tattooist by Handeh
Hi, I was just wondering if someone could recommend some good tattooist? And how much approximately tattoos cost here? Cheers, Hanna
I'm sorry to hijack your thread handeh, but it made me think to ask what are the general attitudes towards tattoos in Malta? I've got quite a few and while they can be covered up in England with long sleeves, I doubt the heat will let me do the ... Read More
Our Malta plan, any tips or advice?
Thanks Aur茅lie and matm911! We'll look into them! :) Read More
Our Malta plan, any tips or advice?
Thanks for your input Ricky! It's appreciated. We'll have to get our finances and health insurance sorted then apply. Do you know of any decent holiday type rental apartment agencies / websites we could use to find a place to stay for the first 3 ... Read More
Our Malta plan, any tips or advice?
My American wife & I plan to move to Malta hopefully in the summer. We've got a rough plan of how we'd like to do it and we'd really appreciate it if someone who's already made the move could give us a few tips. 1) Fly over and stay in a holiday ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Ah I don't have any of those skill sets! Though we're both prepared to work hard and not for much as long as it can cover a basic living. Thank you for your input here. It helps with trying to get a picture of things. I guess it will always be a ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Thanks for your post, I'm struggling to get a decent picture of our chances of finding a living in Malta in my head. I've read some accounts saying it's tough and others saying it's easy enough if you're looking at tourist work (bar work, cleaning ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Yup, that's it. It's really upsetting for us though. We've been together nearly 5 years now and in the middle of last year we talked to lawyers who said we don't really stand a chance. :( Malta looks more doable for us though. Fingers crossed! Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Sorry to jump on this thread apparently randomly but I am thinking of moving to Malta shortly with my family. My wofe is non-EU whereas my son and I are British. We looked at settling on the UK jut recently but the new laws are to me quite ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Sorry to pester you again, but how did your American family member and you find this process? Was it relatively straight forward and painless? How did you settle in? Sorry for all the questions and it seems I'll probably owe you more than one ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Awesome Ricky, you're better than any book I've purchased for this info!! Cheers!! :D Thank you so much. If we get there I'll have to buy you a beer. Read More
UK/US couple thinking about moving to Ireland
My wife and I have been together for four years, marrying in the July of this year. We're both want to start a life somewhere new and have been thinking about Ireland. However, while it is easy for me to hop over with my EU passport, I understand ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Hi Ricky, Thanks again for the informative and quick reply. Can I ask what's the conduct certificate? Also where would you say the best place in Malta is to live if the tourist / hospitality industry is going to be our best bet of finding ... Read More
UK/US couple thinking about moving to Gibraltar by bh73
Can anyone help us with a few questions we have? We initially wanted to reside together in the UK but the tightening of the border agency rules on financial requirements and other issues has got us thinking our savings would be put to better use ...
Cheers for the reply! It's an exciting time for us now, but we've also just got to o a lot of research about the process as my wife is a non eea spouse and what state has the most painless process for us. Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Yeah the UK has tightened it's belt on the financial requirment and while we do have savings that can keep us well we'd prefer for them to be used to start a life somewhere new. Could you please tell me more about the process after the CEA 21 ... Read More
UK/US couple thinking about moving to Gibraltar
Can anyone help us with a few questions we have? We initially wanted to reside together in the UK but the tightening of the border agency rules on financial requirements and other issues has got us thinking our savings would be put to better use ... Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta by bh73
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ...
Thanks for the quick reply. The form and process seems to be lighter going than the UK one, at least. It will be something to think of definitely. Cheers for the information. It's much appreciated. Read More
UK/US couple emigrating to Malta
Hi, I'm a British citizen and my wife is American but unfortunately we have a couple issues regarding my wife emigrating to the UK. I was wondering if the visa process for my wife to enter and join me in Malta would be easier? I might have got it ... Read More