Big_Al
English expat in Gibraltar
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Registration: 06 December 2015
Suggestions of moving and living in Gibraltar by rsobolewski
Hello Gib Expats My name is Richard and I am looking to work and live in Gibraltar. I have sold my property in London and I am temporarily staying at my parents鈥� house preparing for the move to Gibraltar. My previous employment was as an IT ...
Hi Richard From my perspective, I moved to Gib three years ago on the basis of a job offer received while I was working in the UK. I would not of moved here without a job to go to. However, I have met several people who have told me they moved to ... Read More
Pension GIBRALTAR
Not sure there is one. Perhaps the social security office? Google 鈥渉m government of Gibraltar鈥� and that will show all the depts. Good luck. Al Read More
Need advice on moving to Gib from the US by Shivapriya
Okay, so I have a really short timeline and have to plan fast, so I'm seeking guidance from others. I'm most likely moving to Gib in 2-3 months. I have family there, but I want to rely on them as little as possible. I do freelance work, ...
Hi Re electronics, you can buy printers and ink here in Gib. I have found them to be slightly more expensive than the uk. (I suspect US prices are lower) Not sure about your driving licence. I have a UK one which i continue to use. I don鈥檛 ... Read More
Young Couple Moving to Gibraltar - Questions!
My experience is somewhat different to that of SimCityAT. Trying to use Amazon is a mixed experience, some things can be delivered while some cannot. You have to bear in mind that Gibraltar is outside the customs union so different rules apply. Read More
Gibraltar Middle School for non-residents by ITMan
Hi, My family is relocating to Gibraltar in January as my husband has been offered a role. Our daughter is 11 years old and we would like her to continue schooling in Gibraltar as it follows the UK curriculum. However, it seems schools places ...
Hi If you plan to live in Gib you will need to get your Gib residency sorted before your daughter can get into a school. I had the same problem when I came out here a couple of years ago. Luckily I did it over the summer break and just managed to ... Read More
New members of the Gibraltar forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Gibraltar forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi AnnG Welcome. I've been here a few years, I love it but there a few things worth knowing: Accommodation very expensive here. Think London prices. If renting check the lease as some do not allow pets. There is some watersports here (Rowing, ... Read More
Renting your home whilst working in Gib
I contacted my existing lender. They didn't have an issue with me renting out my property, they simply charged a small admin fee plus insisted on a few clauses within the rental agreement. It may be more complex if you try and change lenders at ... Read More
Moving to Gibraltar
Robert I live in Gib so I don't really know that much about living in Spain. If cost is an issue then perhaps a small apartment in La Linea would be suitable, otherwise a small one bed apartment in Gib might set you back circa up to 拢1000 ... Read More
Moving to Gibraltar
Hi You can use Uk currency in Gib. I still use my UK account for salary, paying bills etc. However, it depends where you intend to live. Gib property is expensive to rent but convenient location-wise, Spanish property cheaper but you have the daily ... Read More
Moving Family to Gib
Hi If you live in Spain you will not get free schooling in Gib for your children. When I looked at the costs last year I seem to recall that it was 拢3000 per term per child. The cost of International schools is even higher. Spanish state ... Read More
Questions about living in Gibraltar by kittyg
Hi everyone, My name is Catherine and I am new to this site. I visited Gibralter last year with my family and haven't stopped thinking about relocating since! I have 3 boys, 11, 9 and 6. I currently live outside Manchester with my other ...
Hi Catherine I arrived in Gib 6 months ago so I am not necessarily an expert but here's what I know: Schooling - You and your kids will need to become Gib residents before they can commence school. This means that you need to be resident here ... Read More
I will take any info/advice you can give me! by JessEnglish97
Heyy All, I hope you're all doing well. From the posts I have read, I very much enjoyed reading about your experiences and look forward to reading the rest. My story is probably slightly different, it all started when I was 7. I was on holiday ...
Hi Jess I was lucky enough to have a job lined up before moving to Gib which was of huge benefit. Moving here without a job is a different situation. The employment market here is not the same as in the UK and finding well paid jobs is tough. ... Read More
New members of the Gibraltar forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Gibraltar forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi all My name is Alan. I moved to Gibraltar with my wife and kids in July 2015. I moved here to start a new job - I was a approached by a local recruitment company while still working in the UK. Loving it so far, albeit with a few irritations ... Read More