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  • The Rose
    Here's our virtual cafe-bar for the Bulgaria Forum. Feel free to pop in, say hello, and chat about Bulgarian life in general!
    162 Topics
    503 Posts
    Last post by stathes View the latest post
    Sun 22 Feb 2015 19:35
  • Choosing Where to Live
    Mountains, sea or cities, Bulgaria has a lot of variety to offer. . . But where to choose? This forum can help!
    68 Topics
    285 Posts
    Last post by rosco223 View the latest post
    Mon 22 Sep 2014 12:13
  • Residency and Immigration Issues
    Even though Bulgaria's now joined the EU, there's still a host of residency questions facing the would-be immigrant. Ask them here!
    27 Topics
    79 Posts
    Last post by FreshOfTheBoat View the latest post
    Fri 27 Apr 2018 15:34
  • Housing/Property
    Old or new? Buy or rent? Dealing with builders, notaries, agents etc? Try here for info. NO ADVERTISING - adverts belong in our classifieds section. Any property ads, self-promotion etc will be deleted.
    129 Topics
    454 Posts
    Last post by 19briot View the latest post
    Sat 11 Jun 2016 10:24
  • Working in Bulgaria
    What are the rules? What is the likely demand for your services? NO ADVERTISING - adverts belong in our classifieds section. Ads, self-promotion etc will be deleted.
    37 Topics
    90 Posts
    Last post by Corbally1961 View the latest post
    Thu 16 Nov 2017 14:43
  • Family and Pets
    ... and other domestic issues. This forum is to deal with information about these issues. Anecdotes and updates about your family and pets should go in "The Rose", not here.
    26 Topics
    55 Posts
    Last post by zebra View the latest post
    Sat 20 Dec 2014 08:37
  • Money Matters
    No, really... it does! But does it matter more in Bulgaria than at home? NO ADVERTISING - financial services adverts belong in our classifieds section. Get-rich-quick schemes belong in the trash. (Property related issues should go in the Housing/Property forum.)
    24 Topics
    41 Posts
    Last post by zebra View the latest post
    Sat 08 Nov 2014 09:06
  • Schools/Education
    If you've got kids of school age, or you're considering studying in Bulgaria yourself, this is where to post.
    16 Topics
    63 Posts
    Last post by Loopylass1981 View the latest post
    Mon 04 Sep 2017 20:20
  • Health and Medical
    Concerned about how to stay healthy in Bulgaria, or what to do in case of accidents? Find out more about the options here.
    22 Topics
    56 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Sat 14 Jun 2014 14:46
  • Climate and Weather
    Is Bulgaria really that cold in winter? And is that all there is to the weather? Find out the truth here!
    7 Topics
    38 Posts
    Last post by zebra View the latest post
    Sat 08 Nov 2014 08:37
  • Driving in Bulgaria
    Getting around Bulgaria by road can be a tricky business! Share your experiences here, and find out how to cope.
    29 Topics
    99 Posts
    Last post by Supertyke View the latest post
    Sat 15 Mar 2014 02:32
  • International Transportation
    All about flights, rail and freight connections with Bulgaria.
    11 Topics
    23 Posts
    Last post by 19briot View the latest post
    Tue 14 Jun 2016 09:34
  • Bad Vibes
    Nothing's perfect anywhere. This forum is for discussion about the imperfections, drawbacks and disappointments that you might face in Bulgaria.
    4 Topics
    18 Posts
    Last post by Jax View the latest post
    Sun 17 Nov 2013 19:45
  • Journalists/TV & Radio Producers/Research Students
    We get a lot of requests from journos wanting to interview expats so here's the place to do it. Please, everyone, have a look and see if you can help. (This is for Bulgaria-specific requests only - general requests belong on the main BE Forum. Press releases/adverts will be deleted, so please don't waste our time. Thanks.)
    10 Topics
    24 Posts
    Last post by AnnaSmith View the latest post
    Wed 09 Oct 2013 09:42
  • ICT and electrical
    All about Internet service providers, cable and satellite TV, telephones, electrical goods, power supply...
    23 Topics
    72 Posts
    Last post by DaiCooder View the latest post
    Wed 27 Nov 2013 11:34
  • Bulgaria - Other
    Post here only if your question doesn't belong anywhere else. Don't post loads of questions all in one message - that would defeat the point of the forums and such posts will be deleted (don't feel embarrassed if you have 5 or 6 questions - you're welcome to ask them in separate posts in the appropriate place). (NB - if you want to post about something not Bulgaria-specific, then use the main British Expat Forum.)
    74 Topics
    148 Posts
    Last post by LoraineSkelton View the latest post
    Sat 30 May 2015 14:56
  • Bulgaria - Jumble Sale
    This forum is for all the jumbled up info about Bulgaria. We've asked that, on the info forums, you please post on the relevant forums, start new threads for new topics, and please keep on topic. Otherwise the info is too hard too find for those coming after, and the already overworked Mods end up having to repeatedly answer the same questions. (If your posting is locked in here, please feel free to post again in the appropriate place.)
    9 Topics
    16 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Sat 06 Jun 2015 20:15
  • France
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  • The Coq and Boule
    Here's our virtual cafe-bar for the France Forum. Feel free to pop in, say hello, and chat about life in general!
    4 Topics
    13 Posts
    Last post by floradeli View the latest post
    Sun 09 Nov 2014 16:35
  • Choosing an area
    Here's a place to talk about how to choose an area in France which will suit you.
    18 Topics
    65 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Wed 09 Jul 2014 01:58
  • Immigration/Residency Issues
    Here's where to post about the bureaucracy attached to immigrating to/living in France.
    3 Topics
    5 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Wed 13 May 2015 21:09
  • Housing/Property
    Buy or rent? Dealing with builders, lawyers, etc? Try here for info. NO ADVERTISING - property wanted or property to let adverts belong in our classifieds section. Any property ads will be deleted. This forum is for discussing property-related issues. (For the sake of consistency, please post mortgage queries on the Money matters forum.)
    26 Topics
    70 Posts
    Last post by Piewhaket View the latest post
    Thu 27 Jul 2017 20:05
  • Working in France
    Here's where to talk about working in France. Builders, electricians, bar/restaurateurs, etc can ask here. NO ADVERTISING - jobs wanted and all employment-related adverts will be deleted. These belong in our classifieds section. This forum is for discussing work-related issues.
    18 Topics
    38 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Tue 14 Oct 2014 22:33
  • Events and making friends
    Planning an event, or want to publicise a regular meeting of expats in your area? Please post the details here! (NB You may post dates and venues and details of the event. However, adverts for other websites will be deleted, whether or not they are commercial ventures. If you want an advert, we have plenty of opportunities for you to buy one. Thanks.)
    23 Topics
    80 Posts
    Last post by JJ View the latest post
    Wed 30 Aug 2017 22:36
  • Family and pets
    Here's the place to talk about issues relating to family and pets, such as having a baby in France or bringing your dog to France.
    2 Topics
    13 Posts
    Last post by Bassington View the latest post
    Fri 24 May 2013 07:53
  • Money matters
    This is the place for all money-related issues. NO ADVERTISING - financial services adverts belong in our adverts section.
    36 Topics
    118 Posts
    Last post by AdamN View the latest post
    Sun 10 Feb 2013 13:16
  • Schools/Education in France
    Try here for info about schools, colleges, universities, etc in France.
    6 Topics
    24 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Thu 30 Oct 2008 21:26
  • Health and Medical
    Try here for advice on health and medical issues.
    9 Topics
    27 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Thu 14 Mar 2013 14:06
  • Cars/Driving in France
    All questions relating to cars and driving in France go here.
    13 Topics
    55 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Sun 20 Jan 2013 13:36
  • Flights and Transportation
    Info about flights and transportation goes here. (For car-related info, please see the separate car-related forum.)
    4 Topics
    5 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Thu 24 Jul 2008 11:31
  • ICT and Electrical
    All about Internet service providers, cable and satellite TV, telephones, electrical goods, power supply...
    11 Topics
    37 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Tue 12 Jan 2010 19:27
  • Leisure activities in France
    Sports, clubs, music, etc, - try here for info.
    5 Topics
    11 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Fri 03 Dec 2010 16:01
  • Journalists/TV & Radio Producers/Research Students
    We get a lot of requests from journos wanting to interview expats so here's the place to do it. Please, everyone, have a look and see if you can help. (This is for France-specific requests only - general requests belong on the main BE Forum. Press releases/adverts will be deleted, so please don't waste our time. Thanks.)
    16 Topics
    54 Posts
    Last post by FaayeOPTP View the latest post
    Tue 01 Apr 2014 09:45
  • France - Other
    Please post here only if your posting doesn't seem to belong on any of the other France forums - but please don't use it to post loads of questions about buying a house, schools, work etc. Please post separate threads on the appropriate forums. (NB - if you want to post about something not France-specific, please post on the main British Expat Forum.)
    13 Topics
    36 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Tue 18 Jun 2013 00:51
  • France - Jumble Sale
    This forum is for all the jumbled up info about France. We've asked that, on the info forums, you please post on the relevant forums, start new threads for new topics, and please keep on topic. Otherwise the info is too hard to find for those coming after, and people end up having to repeatedly answer the same questions. (If your posting is locked in here, please feel free to post again in the appropriate place.)
    15 Topics
    102 Posts
    Last post by Kay View the latest post
    Sun 06 May 2007 13:49
  • Malta
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  • Malta Announcements

    Subforum: Welcome and Getting Started
    11 Topics
    29 Posts
    Last post by FOXGLOVE View the latest post
    Sat 30 Sep 2017 09:44
  • The Knight & Rabbit
    This is your virtual pub, kiosk or cafe! So whether you prefer beer & pizza, Kinnie & pastizzi or coffee & cake, grab what you want and come on in to say hello! This is the place for social chit-chat and keeping in touch.
    822 Topics
    7217 Posts
    Last post by FOXGLOVE View the latest post
    Sat 18 Mar 2017 13:58
  • Events in Gozo and Malta
    Planning an event, or want to publicise a regular meeting of expats in your area? Please post the details here! (NB You may post dates and venues and details of the event, but links to other websites posted without prior agreement of Site Admins will be deleted. NO ADVERTISING allowed.)
    124 Topics
    722 Posts
    Last post by ruggie View the latest post
    Thu 28 Apr 2016 11:09
  • Residency status and immigration issues
    Permanent Residency, Ordinary Residency or Temporary Residency? It depends on your financial circumstances, not on how much time you will spend in Malta. Getting it wrong could cost you dearly!
    317 Topics
    2950 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Wed 07 Nov 2018 06:37
  • Where to live in Malta or Gozo?
    Can't decide where on the islands to live? Find out more about the best and worst places here!
    204 Topics
    1822 Posts
    Last post by billyc View the latest post
    Wed 07 Oct 2015 13:24
  • Housing/Property
    Old or new? Buy or rent? Dealing with builders, notaries, agents etc? Try here for info.
    NO ADVERTISING - adverts belong in our classifieds section. Any property ads, self-promotion etc will be deleted.
    303 Topics
    2150 Posts
    Last post by Vron View the latest post
    Sun 09 Sep 2018 15:34
  • Working in Malta
    What are the rules post-EU accession? What is the likely demand for your services? NO ADVERTISING - adverts belong in our classifieds section. Ads, self-promotion etc will be deleted.
    298 Topics
    1598 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Fri 09 Sep 2016 15:52
  • Money matters
    No, really... it does!
    But does it matter more in Malta than at home?

    NO ADVERTISING - financial services adverts belong in our classifieds section. Get-rich-quick schemes belong in the trash.
    284 Topics
    2640 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Thu 14 Dec 2017 11:14
  • British Pensioners in Malta/Gozo
    Many of our members are pensioners, so here's a place to discuss the relevant issues.
    39 Topics
    289 Posts
    Last post by DavidH View the latest post
    Sat 23 Jan 2016 07:15
  • State schools/education
    Here's the place to discuss schools in the state system. Private schools are commercially operated businesses just like any other, so they're included with all the other premium content. Any posts here about non-state schools will be removed.
    112 Topics
    591 Posts
    Last post by rept12 View the latest post
    Mon 04 Sep 2017 08:06
  • Health & Medical
    Let's hope you'll feel better when you've looked in here!
    145 Topics
    1082 Posts
    Last post by DavidH View the latest post
    Sat 13 Oct 2018 05:23
  • Motoring
    You're more likely to get seasick on the bumpy roads than on the ferry... Will you feel better when you know the details of importing your car or bike?
    306 Topics
    2883 Posts
    Last post by den567 View the latest post
    Wed 15 Aug 2018 17:07
  • Getting around on Malta and Gozo
    Info on buses, taxis, and other means of getting around.
    52 Topics
    293 Posts
    Last post by FOXGLOVE View the latest post
    Sat 27 Feb 2016 15:32
  • International Transportation
    Flights, ferries, cruises...
    108 Topics
    673 Posts
    Last post by Kay View the latest post
    Wed 26 Oct 2016 13:13
  • ICT & electrical
    All about Internet service providers, cable and satellite TV, telephones, electrical goods, power supply...
    176 Topics
    1289 Posts
    Last post by Romdormer View the latest post
    Sat 23 Jan 2016 12:56
  • Family issues
    All about the ins and outs of family life - kids, parents, and all the other domestic stuff. (Anecdotes and updates about your family belong in the Knight & Rabbit, not here.)
    36 Topics
    180 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Mon 14 Nov 2016 17:58
  • Pets Corner
    All about your furry, feathered or scaly friends! This forum is to deal with information about these issues. Anecdotes and updates about your pets should go in The Knight and Rabbit, not here.
    134 Topics
    885 Posts
    Last post by Kay View the latest post
    Wed 31 Oct 2018 09:00
  • Malta - LGBT
    Here's a place to discuss gay, lesbian, bisexual and transsexual issues. How tolerant is society? Is there an LGBT scene? Where to socialise etc.
    13 Topics
    114 Posts
    Last post by maxine View the latest post
    Thu 07 Nov 2013 00:23
  • Malta - Sport and Leisure
    Got any spare time? What's on? What's available? Let us know here!
    78 Topics
    457 Posts
    Last post by ilking View the latest post
    Sat 22 Oct 2016 13:07
  • Boats and yachting
    Shiver me timbers... here's our forum for all you nautical types!
    20 Topics
    103 Posts
    Last post by boomtriker View the latest post
    Sun 25 May 2014 07:47
  • Bad Vibes
    Nothing's perfect anywhere. This forum is for discussion about the imperfections, drawbacks and disappointments that you might face in Malta.
    76 Topics
    1037 Posts
    Last post by dave dee View the latest post
    Tue 21 Oct 2014 21:05
  • Malta - other
    Post here only if your question doesn't belong anywhere else. Don't post loads of questions all in one message - that would defeat the point of the forums and such posts will be deleted (don't feel embarrassed if you have 5 or 6 questions - you're welcome to ask them in separate posts in the appropriate place). (NB - if you want to post about something not Malta-specific, then use the main British Expat Forum.)
    211 Topics
    1345 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Mon 15 Feb 2016 14:05
  • Journalists/TV & Radio Producers/Research Students
    We get a lot of requests from journos wanting to interview expats so here's the place to do it. Please, everyone, have a look and see if you can help. (This is for Malta-specific requests only - general requests belong on the main BE Forum. Press releases/adverts will be deleted, so please don't waste our time. Thanks.)
    18 Topics
    101 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Fri 09 Sep 2016 20:28
  • There's gold in them thar hills!
    ...and in these threads too. But you'll have to dig out the nuggets yourself! These are legacy threads from the good old days of the flatform forum that are just too daunting to upgrade!
    6 Topics
    51 Posts
    Last post by Tim View the latest post
    Sat 15 Apr 2006 17:52
  • Malta Other forums

    Subforum: Malta - Jumble Sale
    8 Topics
    42 Posts
    Last post by gozomark View the latest post
    Tue 20 Jan 2009 11:07
  • Spain
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  • Moving to Spain - which area?
    Here's a place to talk about moving to Spain, and how to choose an area which will suit you.
    194 Topics
    668 Posts
    Last post by Julie10 View the latest post
    Thu 13 Jul 2017 14:54
  • Immigration/residency issues
    Here's where to post about the bureaucracy attached to immigrating to/living in Spain.
    41 Topics
    204 Posts
    Last post by Dave View the latest post
    Wed 13 May 2015 21:12
  • Housing/property
    Buy or rent? Dealing with builders, lawyers, etc? Try here for info.
    NO ADVERTISING - property wanted or property to let adverts belong in our classifieds section. Any property ads will be deleted. This forum is for discussing property-related issues.
    194 Topics
    634 Posts
    Last post by John100 View the latest post
    Tue 22 Nov 2016 11:14
  • Working in Spain
    Here's where to talk about working in Spain. Builders, electricians, bar/restaurateurs, etc can ask here.
    NO ADVERTISING - jobs wanted and all employment-related adverts will be deleted. These belong in our classifieds section. This forum is for discussing work-related issues.
    (BTW, there are loads of jobs in Spain in our classifieds so have a look!)
    161 Topics
    473 Posts
    Last post by DragonH View the latest post
    Tue 06 Sep 2011 10:47
  • Events and making friends
    Planning an event, or want to publicise a regular meeting of expats in your area? Please post the details here! (NB You may post dates and venues and details of the event. However, adverts for other websites will be deleted, whether or not they are commercial ventures. If you want an advert, we have a classified ads service. Thanks.)
    55 Topics
    133 Posts
    Last post by wesdunn1977 View the latest post
    Tue 13 Mar 2018 14:36
  • Family and pets
    Here's the place to talk about issues relating to family and pets, such as having a baby in Spain or bringing your dog to Spain.
    40 Topics
    107 Posts
    Last post by MillerPOB View the latest post
    Sun 26 Jan 2014 10:53
  • Money matters
    This is the place for all money-related issues. (If it's related to buying a house, please use our Housing in Spain forum.) NO ADVERTISING - financial services adverts belong in our classifieds section.
    87 Topics
    261 Posts
    Last post by Imani View the latest post
    Thu 31 Jul 2014 14:57
  • Schools/Education in Spain
    Try here for info about schools, colleges, universities, etc in Spain.
    56 Topics
    147 Posts
    Last post by Rosskean View the latest post
    Mon 06 Jan 2014 05:00
  • Health and medical
    Try here for advice on health and medical issues.
    47 Topics
    134 Posts
    Last post by IesGr View the latest post
    Thu 24 Apr 2014 07:06
  • Cars/Driving in Spain
    All questions relating to cars and driving in Spain go here.
    87 Topics
    297 Posts
    Last post by coldinengland View the latest post
    Sat 07 Mar 2015 11:51
  • Flights and transportation
    Info about flights and transportation goes here. (For car-related info, please see the separate car-related forum.)
    25 Topics
    49 Posts
    Last post by djrickyb View the latest post
    Sat 21 Mar 2009 15:00
  • ICT and electrical
    All about Internet service providers, cable and satellite TV, telephones, electrical goods, power supply...
    80 Topics
    292 Posts
    Last post by Basil View the latest post
    Fri 21 Feb 2014 09:24
  • Leisure activities in Spain
    Sports, clubs, etc, - try here for info.
    27 Topics
    60 Posts
    Last post by CazJaine View the latest post
    Tue 28 Jan 2014 09:46
  • Journalists/TV & Radio Producers/Research Students
    We get a lot of requests from journos wanting to interview expats so here's the place to do it. Please, everyone, have a look and see if you can help. (This is for Spain-specific requests only - general requests belong on the main BE Forum. Press releases/adverts will be deleted, so please don't waste our time. Thanks.)
    41 Topics
    65 Posts
    Last post by JLWaddell View the latest post
    Thu 08 May 2014 11:37
  • Spain - other
    Please post here only if your posting doesn't seem to belong on any of the other Spain forums - but please don't use it to post loads of questions about buying a house, schools, work etc. Please post separate threads on the appropriate forums. (NB - if you want to post about something not Spain-specific, please post on the main British Expat Forum.)
    107 Topics
    312 Posts
    Last post by armanda14 View the latest post
    Sun 15 Jul 2018 17:27
  • Jumble Sale
    This forum is for all the jumbled up info about Spain. We've asked that, on the info forums, you please post on the relevant forums, start new threads for new topics, and please keep on topic. Otherwise the info is too hard to find for those coming after, and people end up having to repeatedly answer the same questions. (If your posting is locked in here, please feel free to post again in the appropriate place.)
    16 Topics
    46 Posts
    Last post by LRACHER View the latest post
    Wed 27 Jan 2010 17:48


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