Malta - British Expat Forum

Hi. My partner and I are moving to Malta in September (with our three (yep 3!!) cats). Can anyone recommend a reputable removal company from the UK?

Also we are looking for somewhere to rent for 6 months - need at least 2, pref 3 bedrooms where the kitties will be welcome! Looking initially in the Qawra/Bugibba area while we find work and settle in. Who are the best agents to contact?

We are coming over (staying at the Shamrock apts in Qawra ) from 16th to 27th July to find somewhere for when we arrive.

Any assistance would be much appreciated!

Jennie, Pete, Grizabella, Calico and Trex

Hi Jennie (and crew), and welcome to the forum

There is lots of info in the public part of this forum you can access for free, but company recommendations are not one of them - we have a separate, subscription-only section for those - it costs £ 25 pa to join, with 50% going to help the animals at Gozo SPCA - included there are removal companies and estate agents

ps I'm guessing you are EU citizens, if so the following might help your move

http://britishexpat.com/expatforum/malta/viewtopic.php?t=8544

covers

1. An EU citizens legal rights - residency, working, students
2. what sort of residency is available ?
3. what do I need to apply for if I want to reside in Malta ?
4. do I need to apply for residency before coming to live in Malta ?
5. do I need an accountant to apply for residency ?
6. do I need health insurance ?
6.1 Do I qualify for public health cover, and if I do, what cover do I have ? Are prescriptions free ?
7. can I work in Malta ?
7.1 How much is income tax ?
7.2 How much are social security contributions ?
8. where do I apply for my residency certificate ?
9. where can I get the OR application form ?
10. where do I apply for my ID card ?
11. what documents do I need to apply for OR ?
12. can I vote in Malta ?
13. buying a property FAQ
14. renting a property FAQ
15. Importing a vehicle FAQ
16. What's the procedure for importing/exporting a pet ?
17. Can I use my driving licence in Malta ?
17.1 Applying for driving licence
18. Long term residency certificate

Just to add to what Mark said, you'll also find some advice on different places to live in the subscription section. Depending on the kind of work you're looking for, you may find Qawra quite a commute every day.

There is a section on the public boards on where to live
http://britishexpat.com/expatforum/malta/viewforum.php?f=806

gozomark wrote:There is a section on the public boards on where to live http://britishexpat.com/expatforum/malta/viewforum.php?f=806

Ooops, sorry - I was convinced that was in the private section - doh!