

GrumpyOldBloke
English 做厙輦⑹ in Gibraltar
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Cost of living in Gibraltar ? by Lykourgos
Hi, First of all I apologise if I repeat same things, but I 'm trying to gather some information with the most recent data. I'm originally from Greece but the last two years I've been living in UK - England. I'm seing every now and ...

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Travelling from the Algarve to Gibraltar by cumminsk
Hi, My boyfriend and I are travelling from the Algarve to Gibraltar on 30th August and are finding it difficult to figure out the best way to make this journey. We are planning to pick up a rented car in Faro airport when we arrive in Portugal on ...

How about taking a bus day trip to Gibraltar and not returning? Grumpy Read More


Electrician, Plumber & Gas Engineer. by DJMARKKING
I looking to relocate from U.K. to Gibraltar. 1st Trained on Gas, then continued to Electrical to level of C&G 2400 Design. B.T.E.C. Nvq in Plumbing & Heating. Soon the 18th Edition BS7671 willl be announced would like to move after ...

Hi Mark The only gas we use is for beer in the pubs. Take a look at https://gibyellow.gi/result?query=electrical&type=business or similar trades. Then take a short break out here and knock on doors But remember you will be competing with the ... Read More


Buying a Spanish car by k1987n
Has anyone on here bought a Spanish car and imported it into Gibraltar, how does it work with the Spanish car docs and a gib address? Any info would be great FIA.

Below is a recent reply to another poster:- Hi Cherrypie What currency are you dealing with? If 瞿GBP then the present exchange rates will probably make a Spanish purchase uneconomical. However if you go ahead with a new car then get ... Read More


Buying a Spanish car by k1987n
Has anyone on here bought a Spanish car and imported it into Gibraltar, how does it work with the Spanish car docs and a gib address? Any info would be great FIA.

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How I can get rented accommodation ? by paktjk0
:) hi, I have never ever done this before so am abit nervouse lol, my name is Pauline, I am considering moving from England to settle In the sun , I need all the help I can get as I,m in my 60s now , giving all my time to my family, now its time ...

Hi grumpy I've looked at the websites for rentals but they are all furnished..... is there a site for unfurnished places tiaHi Not that I know of but try contacting the esatate agents listed on ... Read More


Importing a car into Spain or Gibraltar by Mikeloma
I would like to know which is the easiest option to import a car into Spain or Gibraltar. I have a second home in Marbella, Spain and would like to import a car from Dubai to Spain. I am not sure if it would be easier and cheaper to ship it to ...

Hi AnnG I believe you are theoretically supposed to import your car as soon as you become resident, many do not. Parking is a nightmare here so if you buy a cheap car and import it the cost will be minimal and you will not worry about getting it ... Read More


New members of the Gibraltar forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Gibraltar forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your 做厙輦⑹ story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Hi AnnG.S There are houses in Gibraltar BUT they start at around 瞿3million. You will see kite surfers on the beaches of La Linea and possibly Gib. Bureaucracy is not too bad especially when you compare it with other countries, Spain for ... Read More


Moving to Gibraltar by BenjiMc
Hi Guys, I am sure you see this type of subject a lot so I am sorry but I just wanted to try and get some advice. We are in the process of planning our move over to Gibraltar, I have family who live on the rock already and my folks even own a ...

Hi Ben I've not worked in that area either but having known some that do I cannot see why someone with similar experience who is bright and willing should have a problem so long as there are vacancies available. You could try contacting some of ... Read More


Moving to Gibraltar by BenjiMc
Hi Guys, I am sure you see this type of subject a lot so I am sorry but I just wanted to try and get some advice. We are in the process of planning our move over to Gibraltar, I have family who live on the rock already and my folks even own a ...

Hi Ben Welcome I would think that with your call centre experience a job in the onlline gaming industry or similar would at least be a staring place. Grumpy Read More


Importing a car into Spain or Gibraltar by Mikeloma
I would like to know which is the easiest option to import a car into Spain or Gibraltar. I have a second home in Marbella, Spain and would like to import a car from Dubai to Spain. I am not sure if it would be easier and cheaper to ship it to ...

HI If you buy a nearly new or test car from Spain then it will have paid VAT which is non refundable and you will still have to pay customs duty etc in Gib, although on a lower value than new. If you insist on going down this route then I would ... Read More


Importing a car into Spain or Gibraltar by Mikeloma
I would like to know which is the easiest option to import a car into Spain or Gibraltar. I have a second home in Marbella, Spain and would like to import a car from Dubai to Spain. I am not sure if it would be easier and cheaper to ship it to ...

Hi Cherrypie What currency are you dealing with? If 瞿GBP then the present exchange rates will probably make a Spanish purchase uneconomical. However if you go ahead with a new car then get the Spanish dealer to deliver it VAT free to ... Read More


Importing a car into Spain or Gibraltar by Mikeloma
I would like to know which is the easiest option to import a car into Spain or Gibraltar. I have a second home in Marbella, Spain and would like to import a car from Dubai to Spain. I am not sure if it would be easier and cheaper to ship it to ...

Hi Grumoyoldman You seem to know your stuff! I am relocating from the UK and wanted.to drive my UK normal/regular car down and keep and use it as I would here, do you know if that is ok? Thanks ClaireHi Claire Yes it is fine to bring your own car ... Read More


Cost of living in Gibraltar ? by Lykourgos
Hi, First of all I apologise if I repeat same things, but I 'm trying to gather some information with the most recent data. I'm originally from Greece but the last two years I've been living in UK - England. I'm seing every now and ...

Hi Lykos I will answer where I can Buses are free to residents Food costs very similar to UK I believe but possibly a fraction higher, I have not purchased food in UK for over 40 years. :) Plenty of activities and lots of good ... Read More


Living in Gibraltar by Pete31
Hi due to Brexit is it worth buying a property and living in this country is it British? And can I move here or do I need a residency and is it in the EU. Now in Spain but not a resident Cheers..

The only requirement to live in Gib is money. Read More