greggy
Belgian expat in Slovakia
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Lives in Bratislava
Registration: 07 June 2011
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Is 1000 euros net per month enough to live in Bratislava? by Celtic3
Hi everyone, I'm hesitating accepting a job in Bratislava. The salary will be 1300 (1050 after tax, I've been told). At first, considering it's not western Europe, I thought it might be OK, but after checking on renting prices, I'm wondering ...
Hi Celtic3, your salary is above average and is a good one for Bratislava. Rental prices in Bratislava are ridiculously high compared to the salaries. You'll have to share a flat or live outside Bratislava to have affordable rental prices. I don't ... Read More
Salary Negotiation by vikas.namdeo
Hi, I am writing this after googled about the current situation, but would like to hear practical experiences of people who live there. here it goes: I am IT professional, & work in Copenhagen, (get all social benefits like child allowance, free ...
Hi Vikas, for 600eur you can get a nice flat of between 70 and 100m2 and 200eur utilities seems to be fine for 3 persons. It depends of course where in BA you want to live, but in the "better" part of BA this calculation is fine. Keep in mind that ... Read More
Tips from expats in Bratislava by Julien
Hi all, everyone can now participate to the Bratislava business directory! You can recommend a professional and indicate you appreciate its services. > A plumber did a great job with your water leak? > A restaurant always welcomes you ...
Hi Julien, it would be nice to have also a "not recommended" button :-) The current real estate agency I have, is one I would not recommend to anyone. Regards, Gregory Read More
Studying Slovak Language by retrey86
Hi, I am looking to study Slovak Language in Bratislava next year for about a month or two, I wonder if anyone knows something for someone with beginner-intermediate level, perhaps with a university or something similar. Rozumiem len trochu po ...
Hi retrey86, I had a private teacher who had a degree to teach Slovak. If you're interested, please send me a personal message. Regards, Gregory Read More
New in town! by Vauhkonen
Dear all, I moved to Bratislava a month ago for work. I enjoy fun nights out as well as conversations over a cup of tea. I'm in search of new friends and would love to meet you! Write me and we'll organize a get-together of some sort. Hope to hear ...
Hyvää päivää Anne-Mari, good to see a Finish person here in Bratislava. Feel free to send me a message and we can have tea... or Belgian beer :-) Regards, Gregory Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
All, so for this evening we have already 6 confirmed persons: - james1983 - lea1124 - laeriel - catcat - myself + a female Slovak friend of mine Then we have 9 maybe's: - doulfe - alexander55 - sandy_me - horseman - sprin - naderov - wiskef - ... Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
Hi, I will try to come as well. I might bring a visitor along as well if that is OK? GreetzSure, no problem! The more the merrier ;-) Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
Sprin, the German flag has the same colours of the Belgian one, but the flag has horizontal lines ;-) Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
Hi Sprin, I speak Dutch, which is a German based language. I do understand German a bit, but I can't speak it. On the other hand, I know that there's once a month a language meeting in Bratislava, so that might help you. I believe this is their ... Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
Hi Horseman, at 20H00 the sound should still be OK because people are still eating in the restaurant then. Even when the party starts, you still have the cocktail bar where the music is not that loud. Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition by greggy
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ...
Hi Alexander55, don't worry, last time there were 2 Slovaks and some of the foreigners could speak Slovak. So, don't be afraid ;-) Regards, Gregory Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Friday 2nd of March 2012 - the winter edition
Hi, after the success of the previous meeting, it is time to organize a next one. To forget the cold of these days, it is time to think about a warmer holiday destination...Cuba! On Friday the 2nd of March it is time to meet and have a drink at ... Read More
Healthcare for Brits? by Pusinka
Hi, I'm new here. My Slovak partner and I are thinking of moving to Bratislava. We are unsure of my rights to healthcare as an EU citizen. Will I have to pay for private health care insurance or will I (and our baby) be entitled to state healthcare?
HI Pusinka, as you're an EU citizen, you're entitled to Slovak healthcare. My accountant advised me to also have a private health insurance, as the quality of healthcare is much lower compared to central Europe. An insurance with repatriation to ... Read More
Let's talk taxes by allively
hello all, So I have been here a year, time to start thinking about how taxes will work. So, 2 questions: - how do taxes work in slovakia - how does the US tax filing work when living abroad? any advice, useful links would be much appreciated.
Hi Allively, in Slovakia you're taxed at a flat rate of 19%. As far as I know, the US is the only country in the world where you have to keep paying taxes, even when you live abroad. A quick google ... Read More
[MEETING] Bratislava Saturday 15th of October by greggy
Hi all, as many people are interested in meeting new people or learning new languages, I think it's time for a forum meeting to learn to know each other. Location: Bratislava, historical centre. Any suggestions for a pub are welcome. When: ...
Perfect! That makes you the 3rd French person who will join ;-) Regards, Gregory Read More