@djinn
French expat in Malta
Forum
97 posts
About me
French
Lives in Senglea
Speaks french, english, german, italian, some portuguese (Brazil)
Registration: 01 August 2010
Activity
Are you happy in Malta? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Malta? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
YES. People may be loud, but they are mostly friendly and helpful. Be nice to them, they'll be nice to you. You get what you give. And most of the Maltese are very honest people. It does not mean I approve of everything I see here. But nor did ... Read More
Mugging at H.Ganado Gardens, Floriana
Hello, this is a warning: two recently arrived british tourists walking through H.Ganado Gardens, Floriana (behind Boffa Hospital) were mugged by two foreign men mid-morning this sunday, 4th October. The woman was attacked from behind and pushed to ... Read More
How to buy property in 22 european countries by djinn
This website was elaborated by the Notaries of Europe. It is both in english and french. Although the information is pretty basic, it is reliable and, therefore, it may be useful to some of us: http://www.jachetemonlogement.eu/
What do you mean, Ricky? You aren't usually this negative! ;) When I try Germany (after reading your answer), it does link to the differents pages, 1 to 4, with the various points. I did not say it was perfect, I just thought it might be ... Read More
How to buy property in 22 european countries
This website was elaborated by the Notaries of Europe. It is both in english and french. Although the information is pretty basic, it is reliable and, therefore, it may be useful to some of us: http://www.jachetemonlogement.eu/ Read More
Cross border inheritance and wills by Toon
An interesting piece..... Cross border inheritance in the EU just got simpler and cheaper Today, the Regulation on successions rendering cross-border inheritance comes into force. Citizens preparing a will can now choose to have the law of the ...
This is a link to the text in english, available on the net: http://www.europarl.europa.eu/webnp/webdav/site/myjahiasite/shared/ICMs/2013/LIBE_JURI%20June/EP%20and%20Council%20Regulation%20n%20%20650%202012%20on%20succession.pdf See also, as ... Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
http://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2015-06-30/local-news/30c-two-hour-ticket-for-elderly-children-and-disabled-extended-until-7-July-6736138147 Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
I passed the Valletta kiosk this pm and there were two very long lines at the kiosk. Take a hat, a water bottle, a good book and lots of patience with you... Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
The booklet GPLW mentions (new bus routes) was NOT delivered to our house, and we have not received the card yet (ordered 28th April on the website with all requested details/picture etc). We shall see... Read More
Is private health insurance advised in Malta? by Sam4321
Do people usually get private health insurance in Malta, even if they're entitled to use the state system when they're paying into it? Our accountant suggested we just downgrade our policy, but not to go totally without private cover ...
Malta being a small country, the same doctors work at Mater Dei and at the private hospitals. In that respect, you'll get the same quality doctors from both systems. It is more a comfort choice, I think: you can have a private room at St James ... Read More
Trying to call a french 0811 number from Malta by djinn
Hello, This question is presumably more for french expats in Malta. I'm trying to call the Service des Relations Internationales de l'Assurance Maladie (= Sécurité Sociale des Français de l'Etranger) in France. Although ...
Thank you, jj2013. I called "Bercy", explained my problem and they ended up "as a matter of exception" connecting me directly with 3646 - who supposedly will call me back in Malta. This was a good idea you gave me! It's so ... Read More
Trying to call a french 0811 number from Malta by djinn
Hello, This question is presumably more for french expats in Malta. I'm trying to call the Service des Relations Internationales de l'Assurance Maladie (= Sécurité Sociale des Français de l'Etranger) in France. Although ...
Actually, it's 33 811 70 36 46 - and not going through. I had gotten it from the ameli website as well as their own letter! Read More
Trying to call a french 0811 number from Malta
Hello, This question is presumably more for french expats in Malta. I'm trying to call the Service des Relations Internationales de l'Assurance Maladie (= Sécurité Sociale des Français de l'Etranger) in France. Although ... Read More
Renting a car for 3 weeks by reggietarrent
Is there a recommended service or process to renting a car for 3 weeks? I have a UK drivers license and I'm not sure what else I need. Are there any common pitfalls in the card rental process? A reputable company recommendation would be ...
Not advertising, just sharing experience. For two yearsI repeatedly rented cars locally with Budget and Avis and they never cheated me. The state of the cars varies, but if you have a problem, you phone them, take the car back and they'll ... Read More
New bus fares and cards by F0xgl0ve
If you have not seen the article in the 'Times of Malta' the link below will take you to the new ticket/fares/card system for the ...
Same here, e-ID number not accepted. But with a foreign ID number, it went through and we got Application Ref. numbers. Read More
Iyengar yoga by djinn
Does anyone teach iyengar yoga in Malta, either privately or in collective sessions, and where? I have problems with my back and posture and it's been highly recommended to me by my osteopath in France. Thanks.
Many thanks, I shall contact them as soon as I come back. Read More