Clark Kent
@PEProChef
American expat in Malta
Forum posts
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About me
American
Lives in San Julians
Registration: 23 September 2012
Learn French or Spanish
How good is your English ? I know several language students and could assist you in arranging to meet with someone if you want to help them practice their conversational skills. A good thing to mention that I, myself, am learning Spanish privately ... Read More
email for setting up an appointment for residency application by DudeInNL
Hi guys, does anyone know how long does it take for the Department of Citizenship and Expatriate Affairs to reply to the email i sent for setting up an appointment with them? Cheers
I just want to warn people that it could be better to wait until after March 8 ( The day I was told is some kind of election ) because there could be even FURTHER problems with the office being opened or closed - Apparently Tuesday and Thursday are ... 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 ...
There are around 19 European countries that allow home schooling,so its not that unusual. However Malta is not one of them! TerryThanks for the extra information Terry because I was really curious how the European Union could be so diverse and not ... 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 ...
Home schooling is not allowed in Malta and in most of Europe and would cause major problems if you attempted it ! Cheers RickyI never heard such a thing but will remember that for future. Sorry this is a feasible option in the United States and ... Read More
Bed for 125 ST. J's - Owner Letting ( Not Agency, Not Agent )
I accidentally erased your message ( TO THE GUY WHO WROTE A PERSONAL MAIL ) but yes, the share is still available at this time. Please send your information again or you can reply to this thread. 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 ...
What about thinking of home schooling your kids ??? Sorry but noticed you mentioned not needing to work so that provides some time possibly to consider it. Read More
Tattoo salons in Malta by Buds
I've been thinking of getting another tattoo, this time here in Malta. As a little souvenir and also to "mark" a personal moment. I would appriciate if someone could advise me (those who have experienced it here), which tattoo salons, or should I ...
I got a tattoo here in Malta my first week after arriving, at a very small place in San Julians ( between Paceville and Spinola ) called Together Forever. The guy did a fabulous job considering the design I wanted needed to be drawn from a picture ... Read More
Bed for 125 ST. J's - Owner Letting ( Not Agency, Not Agent )
Howdy Julien, I hope your holiday season is going good ... My post is listed in the housing section but I saw others previously posting threads about seeking residence and seen an accommodation section here on the forum ????????? Sorry can we ... Read More
Bed for 125 ST. J's - Owner Letting ( Not Agency, Not Agent )
A studio apartment with two single beds, wireless internet, washing machine, balcony, television, refrigerator, stove, oven and more available to share with a native speaker English teacher for 125 plus half utilities. ( about another thirty Euros ) ... Read More
Looking for friend. by MissBeat
I am new to Malta, just came from London, originaly I am from Estonia, I speak both Estonian and Russian perfectly and English off course , looking for some friends and girlfriends to hung out with.
I think it would help some others reply to you if you completed your profile with interests, hobbies or other information but without I assume you just seek a few people to socialize with for a night out in Malta. A few more days ( this coming ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@ToonArmy9752 + @ALF007 ... I imagined a TRUE long term contract to be a year normally ( hence the term annual ) when dealing with lease agreements in a formal manner like using a real estate agency but I was anticipating a little flexibility when ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
@ALF007 ... Thanks for reading between the lines and for the advice because I definitely think I need a Malta bank account to avoid future problems. My wife buys a LOT from ebay (UK/US anyways most sellers are from China) and we don't have a ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
@MIO ... I appreciate the advice about asking the sellers if they deliver to Malta before completing a transaction and was curious if you think searching the .IT ( Italy ) domain for Ebay would be a better option ??????? Sorry about the late ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
@MATM911 ... Thanks for the advice about the postage and the other information but my problem is my home bank account ( in the United States ) was closed while abroad with no recourse because I failed to know about it at the time. Please let me ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
Sorry everybody but I accidentally missed a couple of the replies some people wrote me on this thread earlier in time and thanks to @Alf007 for adding more information that I managed to receive, then notice the previous comments. Read More
Serious Landlord Problems- Help Appreciated! by iamharibo
I've posted a few times about the trouble I had with my previous landlord. When we moved out we paid him a lot of money- 聙750 for bills plus 聙250 towards some painting (I had marked the ceiling- we told him at the time and he told us not to worry ...
Thanks Rednik, George and SelfCatering ... for more information on the tax - a little embarrassed because even on my profile or my personal website I list things like accounting as a loose interest. Read More
220 ???????
A nice link with those pictures and should of guessed they use the same as the United Kingdom, being a former colony or territory. Thanks for the information. See ... Read More
Serious Landlord Problems- Help Appreciated! by iamharibo
I've posted a few times about the trouble I had with my previous landlord. When we moved out we paid him a lot of money- 聙750 for bills plus 聙250 towards some painting (I had marked the ceiling- we told him at the time and he told us not to worry ...
Please find responses to various others below, without mentions, to avoid being flagged for TOS. I think the web, including forums, is a little dangerous for advice in such matters and could cost you more cash if you get the wrong instructions but ... Read More
220 ???????
I was just curious what to expect as far as electric and if an adapter is needed in Malta ????? My first week in Europe ( over three years past ) from America - I fried my palmcorder using one of these plugs without knowing anything about a POWER ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@MATM911 ... Thanks but can you also offer me an idea of whether your line is under contract and if so how long or if you know of them ( MELITA ) offering anything month to month, half the year, etc ???? What would be the cost of internet ( a ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@GeorgeinGozo ... I imagine going anywhere from London makes an easier transition !!!!! :o What would be the cost of internet ( a normal unlimited Digital Subscriber Line ) in London versus Malta, like with Melita ????? The normal rates to ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
The months I plan to stay can be extended into June if it holds some value to finding long term arrangements but I thought maybe the prices further increase around Spring ????? ... [Moderated: Off topic] Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@Ricky :cool: I put that into perspective following the short precise explanation @GeorgeinGozo provided me and I expect to be happy with just about any normal job in the beginning but if not then I can always return to Spain or America. Hi ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
:/ >>>>>> :| >>>>>> :( The above is me thinking about your statement, assessing the validity and then my final expression after realizing the situation. I can surely understand that explanation. "I definitely admit I assumed the costs there ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@Redmik ... I just thought the cost of living in general, in Malta, would be less than Barcelona but naturally I expect this or that to fluctuate depending on various factors. Ciao PEP wrote 'A little strange considering I pay less to live in ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
@Ricky Greetings Rick, I submitted a totally isolated post earlier about my experience booking a deal in a hurry before checking the information about the site like reviews and WhoIs then realized ten minutes later it was a scam but I was lucky ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
[Moderated] @GeorgeinGozo ... Sorry if I missed the opportunity for your assistance - but I wrote that there are hotels that were offering similar prices and I see no reason to pay more than two hundred Euros a month, if a five star establishment ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy by PEProChef
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ...
I guess some people missed the ( long term or sharing ) part and either way there are several places, including hotels with similar rates. Who said anything about needing to be somewhere popular as long as the apartment is clean and comfortable - ... Read More
Seeking Tenancy
I arrive in Malta in December and would like to find a rental as close to one hundred fifty Euros a month as possible - based on long term rates to about next April or longer, from the middle of the month. A unlimited highspeed wireless internet ... Read More
used bicycles by me3512
Any chance anyone knows the best place to find used bicycles in Malta? There's not much in the classifieds ( at least not the ones I found on google ) and until I find the car my wife wants it would be nice to have something to just cruise around ...
@GeorgeinGozo ... Please add one to the roster, beginning December 1. :) Sorry but was just asking and I expected it when it appears the majority of us only stay within our country, or maybe venture to London, Paris, etc. bear in mind there are ... Read More
used bicycles by me3512
Any chance anyone knows the best place to find used bicycles in Malta? There's not much in the classifieds ( at least not the ones I found on google ) and until I find the car my wife wants it would be nice to have something to just cruise around ...
@Hammersfan ... Sorry but where abouts are you, England, Malta ????????? I noticed you wrote about freight forwarding a bicycle from the United States ( my home country ) and I expect to arrive in LUQA at the end of this month. Please advise if ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
I think you missed the part of me saying I adopted certain aspects of Vegan life. ( that means no animal by - products ) Thanks for reading anyway. :) Ciao My point is I just bought my second pair of PUMA - motorsport type shoes that are ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
@Myrkur I closed my old bank in the United States because of constant problems with foreign exchange rates when I got to Spain and opened a new account with a financial institution here in Barcelona. ( that fails to have a branch in Malta ) My ... Read More
Buying via the Net ????? by PEProChef
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ...
@Redmik ... My second sentence in the post - I can adapt if necessary but, etc. :P Thanks for the suggestion anyway and I too HATE Ebay but it often helps when being an expat looking for certain things not found in another country. :| Sorry ... Read More
Buying via the Net ?????
My flight has been confirmed and ( what was supposed to be November 10 ) I now expect to be in Malta on the first of December. The next few weeks are somewhat crucial to me because I prefer to be prepared but will adapt if given no other choice. I ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
A side note for other Vegetarians. ( Pescatarian but I only eat certain seafood ) I doubt I can ever abide by a Vegan diet or lifestyle but I do try to adopt some aspects like not wearing leather. The problem is finding replacements for such things ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
@Home_Where_the_Hat A little better than nothing option ( the share button that only works if you got a GOOGLE webmail ) but I just find it disappointing that there are far pettier sites that allow you to mail a page to someone easier than YouTube ... Read More
Damp/Mould in Homes. by GuestPoster566
Now I know last year this was an issue that was problematic due to the very bad winter but how bad is this in more 'usual' winters? I also understand that newer homes are now built with cavity walls, is this correct? Thanks.
I think I need to buy a wetsuit. ( Business Suit, Wet Suit, Birthday Suit ... Got it ) Well I'm in SLIEMA and my flat floods through the balcony everytime it rains anyway, so I shouldn't get accusing! Read More
Damp/Mould in Homes. by GuestPoster566
Now I know last year this was an issue that was problematic due to the very bad winter but how bad is this in more 'usual' winters? I also understand that newer homes are now built with cavity walls, is this correct? Thanks.
@Dreamkin I just need a room on the second or third floors if inside those areas ????? Not Msida or Birkikara, that's for sure! Read More
Damp/Mould in Homes. by GuestPoster566
Now I know last year this was an issue that was problematic due to the very bad winter but how bad is this in more 'usual' winters? I also understand that newer homes are now built with cavity walls, is this correct? Thanks.
@ToonArmy9752 ... What areas do you think are best if any in Malta? flooding is a problem all over the island - the drains here are rubbish and cannot cope with the heavy deluge of water during a major thunderstorm - it doesnt rain much here but ... Read More
Damp/Mould in Homes. by GuestPoster566
Now I know last year this was an issue that was problematic due to the very bad winter but how bad is this in more 'usual' winters? I also understand that newer homes are now built with cavity walls, is this correct? Thanks.
I arranged stay in a hotel inside Buggiba and was curious if anyone believes this sort of thing is existent in all buildings or how to see what areas are prone to flooding ????? ( was warned to expect this ) Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
@Redmik ... Thanks, Crazy RedCoats. :) OK, PEProChef. In this context 'arsed' means 'bothered' usually from a laziness point of view. If I ever use the expression 'my arse!' it usually means contempt; an expletive. Said when you do not believe ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
@Scubaboy ... We got these stores LIDL everywhere here in Barcelona. What about Malta ? I was curious if you ever seen one of those marketplaces ? I keep trying to find a doctor to treat my allergy - to work :) but I was told this is a incurable ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
A splendid video but it took me a couple times to watch it because I kept beboping around ( dancing ) my apartment to the song - tried to look for it on the credits or comments and found nothing. I definitely plan to try it and appreciate that post. ... Read More
Vegetarian (Pescatarian) diets by GuestPoster566
No problem re the fish of course but does anyone know how easy or difficult it is to buy non meat vegetarian products, e.g. Quorn products and other non meat substitutes? Thanks.
I can bring food in checked luggage to Malta from Spain considering both are European Union Schegen areas ???????? The Auchan market here in Barcelona sells breaded Tofu Filets that taste so good that I can eat it without anything. A post I saw ... Read More
Question for the ladies :o) by RubyMarie
Hi so this question is for the ladies out there..is it hard to get contraceptives here aka the pill? :) I've finally run out of my birth control pills that I brought with from Canada and I have no idea how it works here in Malta to get them. ...
You all do still use condoms I hope because the pill fails to do anything about disease, viruses, etc. Read More
anyone advise on contraception in malta by lgander
being a roman catholic country can anyone tell me if any protection is availble at all and where and how easy it is to buy
I always take a look at a picture of Susan Boyle and Janet Reno when I want to extinguish a fire before it causes a bunch of destruction, smoke, etc. The fact that some said Malta just recently received certain forms of contraceptive like ... Read More
Wanting to move to Malta for the summer of 2013 by imsosuperwoman
I am thinking of moving to Malta from the UK for the summer season. However the thought is quite scary when I think about it more!! I would ideally want to share an apartment, but I dont know anyone in Malta! How can I get to know more people when I ...
How long are you thinking of staying because nobody seemed to mention that prices ( I Seen - not in Malta yet ) come cheaper depending on if you stay a day, a week, month, half a year, etc. I assume from your researching areas, work and your post ... Read More
Moving to Malta non EU citizen by urban1979
Hello, Im planning t move to Malta soon. I have a passport form Uruguay. I have a company here in uruguay and I also have stores online from where I make most of my income. I wonder many things, can I open a company there to have self employment ...
I only posted one tiny suggestive way around certain boundaries that sometimes affect even good people because we all know there are certain things you can do to get things done in any case but I want no problems in Malta myself ( especially not ... Read More
Moving to Malta non EU citizen by urban1979
Hello, Im planning t move to Malta soon. I have a passport form Uruguay. I have a company here in uruguay and I also have stores online from where I make most of my income. I wonder many things, can I open a company there to have self employment ...
I now see why Ricky is so knowledgeable on this subject :) and hopefully he returns to the page to provide more information in reference to your last question but if not, I think you probably need to visit the ETC ( Employment Training Center ) to ... Read More
non-EU citizens partners 2 year wait ? by georgeingozo
Hi all saw the following question on facebook - its from an non-EU citizen married to another non-EU citizen. ",is it true that even if my husband finds job, we (wife and kids) will not be able to join him for two years??" she's taking this from ...
I got a european electronic residence permit, identification card good for about another two years but I plan to remain in Malta and file all new paperwork at the Employment Training Center because I know I need to begin living there for five years ... Read More
non-EU citizens partners 2 year wait ? by georgeingozo
Hi all saw the following question on facebook - its from an non-EU citizen married to another non-EU citizen. ",is it true that even if my husband finds job, we (wife and kids) will not be able to join him for two years??" she's taking this from ...
Greetings Quick ( with the posts ) Rick, :) I actually am aware of that provision but forgot to include in my details because Spain is similar - basically requiring you to register your address for the first three months, then apply for long term ... Read More
non-EU citizens partners 2 year wait ? by georgeingozo
Hi all saw the following question on facebook - its from an non-EU citizen married to another non-EU citizen. ",is it true that even if my husband finds job, we (wife and kids) will not be able to join him for two years??" she's taking this from ...
My review of the link provided in the initial forum post confuses me. The wording seems to be discussing foreigners ( not European ) living in Malta using this program, the Family Unification, to request another relative be allowed to join them but ... Read More
EU married to non EU by sjippe
Hi Just wondering......since I finally got a good job offer in Malta, I was wondering if I as a EU citizen can bring my wife that is non EU?? Will she need a visa or anything to travel along with me to Malta, or can we go there and then apply for ...
I got little time to read all the replies on this page but I can tell you this - You as a European citizen are allowed to take your SPOUSE anywhere in the Schegen countries WITHOUT ANY OTHER VISA, granted she still has time available from her intial ... Read More
bedrooms for rent
Greetings Maltis, mad ( jealous not there yet ) I need some help because I keep having trouble finding sites that advertise inexpensive bedrooms for rent other than here, JustLanded and TimesofMalta, or I experience problems receiving replies to ... Read More
Regular Expat blog meet up by Emma3
Hi everybody! Anybody would like to arrange a group meet up this week for a casual beer in Sliema/st.julians area?:)
Greetings WebGod = Ricky ( Admin ) :D You can rest assured that I review all channels available and have only recently considered trying to connect with other users via the forum or the blogs because some of the posts on the the Housing Section ... Read More
Finding apartment in or around Valletta starting from January 2013 by tungngan
Hi all, My name is Ngan. I'm coming to Valletta to do my internship for 6 months from January 2013. I am now searching for an apartment to settle during that time. Do you happen to know any website of real estate agency with apartment for rent with ...
Greetings, I think you and I can discuss sharing a place together if that interests you. The situation seems the same for me because I plan to leave Spain for Malta around the middle of December and will be studying language but I keep ... Read More
Regular Expat blog meet up by Emma3
Hi everybody! Anybody would like to arrange a group meet up this week for a casual beer in Sliema/st.julians area?:)
Greetings Maltis, :mad: ( jealous not there yet ) I need some help because I keep having trouble finding sites that advertise inexpensive bedrooms for rent other than here, JustLanded and TimesofMalta, or I experience problems receiving replies to ... Read More