Michelle Attard
English expat in Malta
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41
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About me
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Registration: 28 July 2016
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Renting in Malta by Jvp20
Hi I’m Jordan 19 from the uk and I’m just looking for a little help and guidance with relocating to Malta as were determined to better ourselves and start a fresh as we are not in the best of places in the uk dealing with depression and ...
Malta park facebook group have budget studios and rooms may be of interest Read More
Cost of living in Malta - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Malta, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
worth noting the buses are very cheap public transport once you get your card - get anywhere on the island very cheap and worthwhile. Big saving Read More
Best place to advertise for nanny / housekeeper by peripatetic
We are looking for an english speaking nanny/housekeeper/babysitter. An important part of the job is the babysitting so we can go out at night, but they need to have a bit of nous because of the rare potential for a life threatening issue with 2 of ...
Facebook groups are well populated and helpful for this sort of thing Read More
Online pharmacy success by hammersfan
I just wanted to share that we recently used an online pharmacy to get a generic prescription medication that was not available here in Malta, and the brand-name version was too expensive. The experience was phenomenal. We were anxious as there are ...
i use chemist direct from UK and don't have problem at all, i need something specific for my son and never have issue;s with delivery Read More
English Speaking Schools by AlharounHiba
Hi all, We are moving to Malta in summer.Still we didn't decide where to live.But, I have to kids 9 and 6 years old and want to check if there any governmental schools teach english for kids.One more thing shall they apply for school acceptance ...
yes lots of other threads on here, best do research before. Most schools english speaking but very different standard and approach from different type of schools Read More
Issues with Banif/BNF by JV321
Does anyone here use Banif? I've banked with them for 12 months now. I opened an account understanding that for the first 12 months, they would put 500 euros into a term deposit, and 50 euros per month. After 12 months, the term deposit would ...
st julians branch has a reputation for this, try elsewhere Read More
Traffic in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Malta, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Summer is very different to this time of year. in summer certain areas i try to avoid at certain times of the day Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Malta? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging and ...
Skype mainly, whatsapp and also the facebook messenger app allows you to call - saves alot when calling back to the UK or away from Malta Read More
Letting Agents by Rachelgarn
Hi guys Can anyone recommend letting agents for accommodation to rent in the north of the island. I have expressed interest in several properties through Frank Salt and emailed on several occasions and get no response other than generic emails ...
lots of properties also on owners direct and the facebook pages, updated daily Read More
Paying bills in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Malta? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Utility bills are excluded from rent normally. Water, electcity, Gas, and then if you choose to install internet and a phone line. We pay our bills online though some people use apps or within the bank itself or prepaid meters Read More
Apartment rental-Landlord entry by NewPoster2017
When renting do you ever feel like the property isnt really yours ? I always find myself turning laptop off and putting it away in cupboard incase landlord comes in,hiding personal letters etc. I think they can't come in without warning ...
i have some bad experiences with maltese landlords - especially with building work and deposits. like previous poster says it really does vary landlord to landlord Read More
Criminal activity (theft) of Maltese company by tonotwant
Last month I relocated from Malta after 3.5 years living on the island to another European country. I had a Contract mobile and home internet with *** during my time in Malta, in my rush to leave I quickly visited a *** shop: LINK [link ...
yes - but not every society and country have people looking to do this. My point was be careful if suspect anything strange Read More
Criminal activity (theft) of Maltese company by tonotwant
Last month I relocated from Malta after 3.5 years living on the island to another European country. I had a Contract mobile and home internet with *** during my time in Malta, in my rush to leave I quickly visited a *** shop: LINK [link ...
I have heard similar stories to this recently on the island, also technicians taking cash from customers on visit with no proof or receipt. better to be careful and get invoices receipts and employee details if possible Read More
'Why I left Malta.' - blog by Jean Galea. by Maltaexpat64
Jean Galea is a self-described 'digital nomad.' Although he is born-and-bred Maltese, he elected to leave Malta and now lives elsewhere. Here is his article. Any comments by the expat community in Malta? ...
interesting read, but like others state - same problems everywhere - not malta specific. Focus on good things rather than bad is always the better option i feel and there is no end of good things in malta Read More
negotiating the price when buying an apartment by katharina111
Hello, I'm about to buy an apartment in Sliema. Actually I have a few apartments with different agents I like after viewing many more. I just wonder, how many percent under the asking price is a realistic price to aim for. I only found one ...
seems to be more room for negotiation in lettings rather than Sales market. Very much depends on the seller and if a developer or private seller. Always worth a try Read More