davii_hi Forum Posts (1)

RE: Moving to Malta

Hi
Good Day to you.
I am 45 and Maltese and have been brought up in Malta. I love to travel very often, but could not live anywhere else but here.
However, as you rightfully say, living in a country for a 2 weeks as a tourist is not the same as living and working in it in your everyday life.
I will try and explain more to you about Malta by answering your questions:
Before I answer your questions perhaps I can give you some background information....
Malta was a British colony for 200 years until Independence in 1964. The main benefit of this colony was that the British left their legacy through their language (Malta has two official languages - Maltese and English), civil service, way of government, as well as culturally and through architecture.
Jobs in Malta are easily available for EU member nationals since the Maltese economy, and hence job market is quite varied. The knowledge of English would be a prerequisite for working in Malta. Knowledge of Maltese would only be required if the company on works with would be trading in Malta. As I said before, Malta's economy is quite varied and there are many foreign companies operating in Malta, in the manufacturing, tourism, financial services, internet gaming and IT markets. So if would not be a problem to work here. Knowledge of other languages besides English would be a big benefit.
Way of life in Malta is great due to the small size and easiness to socialise. Malta is very safe and people are out often in the evening, walking, having dinner, etc.
The weather in Malta is very good and the 'cold' period is only between ed of December up to the end of February, where temperatures can drop below 10 degrees, although this year this has not happened yet. In March the weather gets warm and in May it will be over 20 degrees and between June and September it will be over 30 degrees (reaching 35-37 in July or August).
Traditions here are very traditional with strong family values. The Maltese are renowned for their friendliness, especially towards foreigners, and you would find it easy to integrate.
The costs here are not cheap, but also not expensive like most European cities. Healthcare in Malta is free and that is a very good thing. Also education is free here.
Well, I hope I have been helpful. Please let me know if you need more information, I will be glad to help.
May I ask how old your child is? There are very good schools here.
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