@MintyMagic
Welsh expat in Malta
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About me
Welsh, Single
Lives in Zabbar
Speaks English
Registration: 04 September 2016
Activity
Making friends in Malta by deejay1988
Hi everyone, I posted on here back in March/April to see if anyone was in the same boat as me - wanting to make friends etc. I'm pleased to say it was successful but I know people don't always read old forum posts so thought I would repost ...
Hi StaceyMadeleine , It'll be here before you know it. Which part of Malta are you looking to settle in? I'd love to meet for a coffee when you get here :) Read More
Making friends in Malta by deejay1988
Hi everyone, I posted on here back in March/April to see if anyone was in the same boat as me - wanting to make friends etc. I'm pleased to say it was successful but I know people don't always read old forum posts so thought I would repost ...
I鈥檓 hoping people are still reading this thread! I鈥檇 love to build a social circle up. I love hiking, exploring, dogs 馃惗 (have two rescue mutts) and would love to attend a quiz night but never found any. I鈥檝e just turned ... Read More
WARNING: Maltese Landlords will try to rip you off, also in Gozo! by ewa22
Hi everybody, When I came to Malta I did not believe, when my new colleague told me that she does not like the greed in Maltese people and this is the main reason she does not have Maltese friends. I did not believe that it can be that bad since ...
I agree about greed in the Maltese people. I know you get that everywhere but it seems to be rife in this Country. That being said, I have lived here 10 years and perhaps I have just been lucky but, the three landlords I have had in that time have ... 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 ...
After my experience with ARMS, I pay by cheque, as I would never trust them with a direct debit.I don't trust any Company with Direct Debits. I prefer to settle my bills myself as they come in. Read More
Driving back to UK with small dog by BeverleyB
Hi, We're having to drive back to the UK, with our small dog in February next year. Has anyone done this recently? I read that we still have to do the journey within 5 days of the dog having his tapeworm treatment. We were thinking this time ...
I'd be interested to hear whatever replies you get to this as I am also considering leaving Malta and taking my dogs via car rather than air (contrary to what SimCatAT just posted, the Eurostar website says that it's 鈧�17 for a dog on ... 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 ...
You sound like you鈥檝e had some bad experiences. I鈥檝e never been robbed (apart from an attempt by Melita - be very careful with them), always received my deposits back, have two Maltese bank accounts both secure. Not sure what the card ... 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 ...
...rented property, I believe internet is almost always included and then the tenant pays on his own water and electricity.I've lived in Malta for 10 years, rented for 8 years in many different towns with difference landlords before buying my ... 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 ...
As a renter, we used to pay a bit extra to the landlord every month to cover the utilities. Then when a bill would come in, they would show us and tell us what balance we had with them if we had over paid and that would go towards the next bill. ... Read More
How to save money in Malta by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to Malta? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about saving ...
I couldn't disagree with you more!!! Rent is only expensive if you choose to rent in an expensive area. I've lived in Marsascala on my own in a two bedroomed flat with a private back yard and that was 鈧�280 per month. And the bus ... Read More
Driving lessons by jeniRis
Hello, I am looking for an automatic driving teacher. recommendations are welcome THANK U
I agree. If you have a license already, I wouldn't waste your money. I know plenty of people that have come to live in Malta from Northern Europe and they've had no problem adapting to driving on the left. You just have to be a bit more ... Read More
Driving lessons by jeniRis
Hello, I am looking for an automatic driving teacher. recommendations are welcome THANK U
Wow that's expensive!! I am currently paying 鈧�14 per lesson with Rudolph Driving School. I don't think I am allowed to add the link here but you can Google to find their number. Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Malta by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Malta? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Precisely why I have decided to get a British passport. I already have dual Nationality (Britain and Ireland) but only have an Irish passport which I'm not prepared to relinquish but will I have to get a visa to go home to the UK after Brexit? I ... Read More
Dog Grooming by s004300686
I am looking for a professional dog groomer. The so-called groomers who work by day in pet stores and groom by moonlight leave much to be desired. Does anymore a high quality dog groomer who specializes is small breeds?
Ooo doggie day care too? Fab! Thanks Read More
Making friends in Malta by deejay1988
Hi everyone, I posted on here back in March/April to see if anyone was in the same boat as me - wanting to make friends etc. I'm pleased to say it was successful but I know people don't always read old forum posts so thought I would repost ...
Hey there, I'd love to. Up to my eyes painting the house this weekend but am free next or even on 7th (public holiday) for a coffee or something? Kat Read More
Dog Grooming by s004300686
I am looking for a professional dog groomer. The so-called groomers who work by day in pet stores and groom by moonlight leave much to be desired. Does anymore a high quality dog groomer who specializes is small breeds?
If you find one that's good, please let me know. I went to one in Marsascala and they were so rough with my little Foxy. He's a rescue and so afraid of new people. He looked petrified throughout the entire experience. There just ... Read More