Within the Maltese legal system it is the only institution in Malta authorised to award the degree of Doctor of Laws (LL.D). This is still required today in order to qualify as an Lawyer, Magistrate or Judge in The Republic of Malta.

In addition to being a teaching institution, the Law Faculty serves as the national centre of excellence for research into Maltese Law.With such a large faculty, many University students study law and train to become lawyers.

Different firms specialize in different aspects of law and it’s important to know who specializes in what discipline. The different specializations within the Maltese Legal system include:

• Banking, insurance and financial services,
• Commercial litigation,
• Company law,
• e-Commerce and IT
• Family law,
• iGaming,
• Intellectual property,
• International law,
• Shipping,
• Taxation law.

The larger firms, such as Camilleri Preziosi Advocates, Ganado and Associates, Fenech and Fenech Advocates, Mamo TCV Advocates tend to have members with skills spanning across several disciplines, whereas smaller firms may only have expertise in one or two areas. Some firms specialize in a particular area, for example Zammit and Associates concentrate on business law and WH Law have found a niche working with the iGaming and IT-related sector, which is thriving in Malta. Smaller firms tend to concentrate on civil law and litigation for individuals and smaller businesses.

Many firms are geared up for foreign clients with correspondents in many countries abroad. Help us build a comprehensive list of lawyers in Malta, by leaving your feedback below!

There are several ways to do this and the main options are outlined below.

In Malta, there are two main mobile operators, Go and Vodafone. Each company offers a variety of packages for mobile users, and it’s worth checking out offers.

If you’re coming to Malta from abroad, these companies can offer you a Malta SIM card on a pay-as-you-go plan. To obtain a Maltese SIM card you will need a mobile handset that isn’t locked to a particular network. Choose your service provider and then go along to their office. All details are below. You will need to provide a local address. Once you’re registered at the office and have paid any relative fees and top-up, you will be given a SIM card and a local mobile number. Pop the SIM card into your handset and off you go. Local calls and text messages at local rates.

An alternative to this is to purchase an International pre-paid SIM card prior to travel. This is especially worthwhile if you travel to many different countries, and there’s no need to pay a deposit or sign a contract. There are several websites that sell these cards – do a search and you will find one.

Go Mobile:

There are Go branches allover Malta and an outlet in Gozo. Opening times vary by branch and some branches are open on Sundays.
Baystreet Shopping Complex, St George’s Bay, St Julians
27, Republic Street, Victoria, Gozo
Phonebox, 15, Bisazza Street, Sliema
South Street, Valletta

Vodafone:

Again, branches allover Malta and one in Gozo. Opening times can vary.
Birkirkara Bypass, Birkirkara
35, Republic Street, Valletta
Arkadia, Victoria Gozo
St Augustine Street, St Julians

There are plenty of web-design and development companies based in Malta that cater to local and foreign markets.

These consultancies are sometimes contracted to undertake offshore development for organisations all over the world. Rates for web design can vary depending on the job at hand, but rates in Malta can be cheaper than those found in the rest of Europe. With Smart City taking off soon, a national IT park to rival Dubai’s Internet City in Jumeirah, such companies anticipate positive growth for the coming years. There is plenty of local talent available in the industry, with many having studied ICT or design at University in Malta or abroad.

One company that’s well known in Malta is Icon Studios. Having a wide portfolio of clients, the San Gwann based company provides web design and application services for an international customer base. Icon has designed and created the websites for Malta Freeport, Melita plc, The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry, Gasan Group. Overseas, its clients include Palm Residences Libya, The Burj Al-Fateh Hotel in Khartoum and Algeria Cruise Services. Head Office us at JPR Buildings Taz-Zwejt Street, San Gwann, Malta. Telephone (+356) 21440080

Another well-known Malta-based web-consultancy is Alert Communications. Set up in 1998, the 20-strong team can provide a variety of services including web development and SEO services. Clients include Air Malta, Malta International Airport, Vodafone and JB Stores. They can be found at 258 Cannon Road, Santa Venera, Malta. Telephone (+356) 20601234

By searching online however, you will be able to find many more.

Back in June 1992, Melita launched its Cable TV service in Malta and Gozo, providing the service to many homes and businesses. In February 2005, Melita was the first operator to launch digital TV in Malta. Today, Melita has 3 packages plus add-ons available for digital television services.

The basic TV package provides 24 digital TV Channels, including Maltese and Italian Channels, Eurosport News and CNN News and 33 digital radio stations.

Current price of the basic TV package is Euro 7.76 per month. The middle package provides subscribers with 65 digital TV Channels including all those in the basic package plus more such as the Discovery Channels and BBC News as well as 61 digital radio stations for Euro 16.99 per month. The top-end package has 91 digital TV Channels including Sky News and MTV/VH1 amongst others and like the middle package, as 61 digital radio stations.. For an additional Euro 22.99 per month, viewers can subscribe to 8 premium sports channels, and for an extra Euro 8.99 per month, 2 movie channels are available.

Similar to the TV packages, there are 3 Internet packages available, with 5, 10 and 20 Mbps respectively, and download limits of 25GB, 80GB and unlimited for each type of subscription. Prices range from Euro 13.85 to Euro 65.00 per month. Fixed-line telephony costs from Euro 5.99 per month with billing on a per-second basis extra, and mobile telephony is offered on a variety of plans.

In addition to the individual services, product bundles are available on 3 levels, combining TV, Internet and telephony services.

Melita plc is currently a joint venture between the Malta-based Gasan Group and GMT Communications Partners and MC Venture Partners. The company’s HQ is at Gasan Centre, Mriehel By-Pass, Mriehel, Malta. Telephone 27 270 270

Large international brand names can be found in Malta Airport, such as Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty. Many small local companies can also be found offering a variety of cars and prices.

Choosing a large brand has the advantage of a well-known reputation and a guaranteed level of service however do note that they do tend to charge premium prices for the services they offer.

Prices for Malta car hire will vary from company to company, depending on the size and reputation of the company as stated above. However the cheapest price will also depend on other factors such as:

• Time of year: the summer months are considered high season in Malta so do expect the prices to be at their highest from June till September. Shoulder months will be lower and the winter months will be the cheapest.
• Duration of rental: some companies will offer daily discounted rates if you rent a car for a long period of time.
• Type of car: most car rental companies offer different categories of cars that you can choose from, ranging from basic models to executive type cars. If you are not fussed about luxuries the lowest category should meet your needs.
• Size of car: if you are a big family or big groups you will obviously need a bigger car. Most companies offer vehicles, which seat more than 4 people. Mini vans can also be rented.
• Extras: if you wish to have extras such as Air conditioning, GPS, Automatic gears, baby seats etc, expect to pay an additional price for every extra chosen.
• Age of the driver: most companies will not allow anyone under the age of 21 to rent a car, even though exceptions do exist. Usually if the driver is between 21 and 24 the price will be also be higher for insurance purposes. A maximum age may also be applicable.
• Insurance: make sure that the insurance is included in the price or ask to get a separate one. Make sure to also check the conditions of the insurance such as the excess limit.

Established in Malta during the 1990’s Vodafone Malta has become one of the most successful and trusted mobile provider in the country, offering not only competitive prices but also professional and courteous customer care, which anyone living in Malta would tell you is a rarity here.

Vodafone Malta doesn’t only offer also Internet and fixed telephony services along with mobile phone services.

Vodafone Mobile Communications

One of Vodafone Malta biggest advantage is the number of different packages and price plans they offer and the flexibility to choose between them. Through researching their customers trends and understanding their needs new packages are created regularly to keep up with their clients changing needs.

Certain packages favour clients who use their mobile phones to make phone calls to other Vodafone directory numbers and other packages favour clients who prefer to send SMS’s.

The choices are really endless and it can be time consuming to go through all of them. But the solution is simple. You can either call Vodafone Malta customer care on the number 247, which is free of charge when calling from a Vodafone number. The Customer service department is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. If you are calling from any other line call the number 2099 0247 instead.

Another option is to visit one of their many outlets in Malta and Gozo. The staff there will be more than happy to find the right package, which suits your needs.

Our needs in today’s life change relatively often, which is why having so many different packages available from Vodafone is such a fantastic benefit. Packages can be changed when your needs change.

If you are currently with another mobile provider and wish to change to Vodafone remember that you can also keep the same number that you already have.

Vodafone Home Internet

Vodafone Malta offers three different Home Internet Packages depending on your households requirements. Choose the rate that suits you best and benefit from free installation. Prices start from as little as € 9.00 a month. To find out more about their Home Internet Packages simply call their customer care on 247 if calling from a Vodafone number or 2099 0247 from any other line, and speak with a representative to get started. You can also choose to visit one of their outlets.

Vodafone Malta Directory

Switching your landline to Vodafone is very simple. Vodafone don’t charge any connection or transfer fees and you also get to keep the same Telephone number. You can also benefit from reduced rates if you make use of their Home Internet.

Vodafone Malta is not just the leading brand in its industry but they also contribute greatly to the local community and the Maltese environment. They set up a non-profit organization with the aim of establishing social investments to improve the world we live in. They take their corporate social responsibility seriously helping charitable organisations such as YMCA Homeless, Dar tal-Providenza, Razzett tal-Hbiberja and Caritas among many others.

Vodafone Malta Customer Care

Arkadia Shopping Complex, Rabat, Gozo
Shop hours:
Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 1.00pm and 4.00pm to 7.00pm
Saturday from 9.00am to 2.00pm

Retail and Service Centre, B’Kara By-Pass, B’Kara
Opening hours:
Mondays to Friday from 9.00am to 7.00pm
Saturday from 9.00am to 1.00pm

35, Republic Street, Valletta
Shop hours:
Mondays to Friday from 9.00am to 2.00pm and 3.00pm to 7.00pm
Saturday from 9.00am to 1.00pm

123, Paola Square, Paola
Shop hours:
Mondays to Friday from 9.00am to 7.00pm
Saturday from 9.00am to 1.00pm

Contact details

P.O. Box 30, B’Kara, Malta OR Vodafone House, Msida Road, B’Kara BKR9024, Malta

Client service telephone: 247 from any Vodafone line
Customer care email: customerservice.malta@vodafone.com

These cinemas which were established in 1993, form part of the Eden leisure group, which is one of Malta’s leading entertainment organisations.

Located in the St Georges bay area of St Julian’s on the West coast of Malta, it consists of 17 state of the art theatres, offering the largest selection of the latest films in Malta. All its screens are fully air-conditioned and in total offer 4,500 comfortable seats. They layouts are stadium style, providing maximum comfort and visibility.

The largest and most of technologically advanced of their theatres is number 16, which consists of 700 seats and is equipped with T.H.X sound system, making it a unique experience in Malta. All other screens offer Dolby digital sound systems.

School outings, public lectures, Saturday matinees for school children and conferences can all be organised. The Eden cinemas are also popular venues for fund-raising activities by various Maltese charities. They also offer events, promotions and competitions usually related to newly released movies showing in their theatres.

Four of the Eden cinemas’ screens are dedicated to showing older movies, giving people a second chance to watch popular movies, which they might have missed when they were shown the first time. These movies are offered at the discounted rate of 3 euros.

Prices:

Adult: €6.65
Senior citizens (60+): €4.15
Children (12 or under): €3.50

E3 cinemas: €3
Early movies: €4.65

Parking facilities:

Adjacent to the Eden cinemas one can find the Eden Car Park offering plenty of parking spaces to the cinemas patrons. The special price of only 2.50 is offered between Monday to Thursday and Friday’s until the 18.30 show. This offer is not available on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

To make use of this offer it is important that you ask for a parking voucher at the box office on presentation of your cinema ticket.

How to buy cinema tickets online (bookings):

Let’s face it who in the world like to wait in slow moving queues in the rain or the scorching sun? I’m guessing the answer would be nobody! Eden cinemas Malta offer a unique service of purchasing your tickets online. You can even choose the seats you wish to sit in.

If you do not consider yourself tech savvy worry not, the process is as simple as ABC!

Step 1: Start by visiting their website edencinemas.com.mt
Step 2: Register (Click on Register button on top of page and fill in details)
Step 3: Find the movie you would like to watch and click on it
Step 4: Choose the time you want to watch movie at (left hand side of screen)
Step 5: Choose how many tickets you want to buy
Step 6: Choose your seat
Step 7: Make payment. You can pay either by Visa, Mastercard, HSBC Quickcash or BOV Cashlink.

Make sure that you print your tickets and take them with you. You will NOT be allowed in without the printed tickets. Proof of age may also be requested for movies with age restrictions.

Contact details:

Eden Cinema Malta
St Augustine Street
St George’s Bay
St Julian’s

Tel: (+356) 23 710125
E-mail: cinema@edenleisure.com

Pets in Malta are very common and now with a couple of local hotels who are accepting pets too, more people even tourists are looking for vet clinics in Malta, veterinary resources or simply looking for animal surgeons or checking whether there are any local pet hospitals.

Recently I have been asked to compile a list of Malta vet clinics. I was not able to find easily an online website that clearly includes all professionals, but after some research I managed to prepare for you the following information, including as much detail as possible.

• All Animal Clinic (Raheb Street, Tarxien) Tel: 21693061
• Animal Aid (Oscar Zammit, Msida) Tel: 27838838
• Blue Cross Veterinary Clinic (Msida Road, Birkirkara) Tel: 21492174
• Highrise Clinic (Imradd Street, Ta’ Xbiex) Tel: 21322150
• Med Vet (Valley Road, Birkirkara) Tel: 21442843
• Qormi Vet Clinic (St Roque Street, Qormi) Tel: 21480480
• St Anne’s Veterinary Clinic (Faxxina Street, Swieqi) Tel: 21375067
• St Francis Pet Clinic (Kittenija Street, Zurrieq) Tel: 21641411
• St Simon’s Veterinary Practice (Giorgio Grognat Street, Mosta)
• Trevor’s Veterinary Clinic (Kananea Street, Attard) Tel: 21423100
• Vetcare (Misrah Lourdes, San Gwann) Tel: 21737277

Most of the veterinary surgeons and clinics are open from Monday to Friday for couple hours in the morning and then again late in the afternoon. As a general rule, I understand that they are open only for emergencies on Saturdays. Many vets do give their mobile numbers too and perform home visits as well. However I’m not listing such data publicly here, but will suggest you to contact or visit them directly for more details.

If you’re looking for the 24hr emergency vet line it’s 50043888. Do note, that it costs €4.66 and you can phone only from a land line.

Whilst hoping I included most of the Malta vets, please feel free to contact me or comment here if you know of other veterinary clinics, animal hospitals or surgeons. I also encourage you to leave your own personal reviews or recommendations.

Empire Cinema Malta

The Empire Cinema Malta is an impressive high tech movie complex, situated on the main road leading to the center of Bugibba.

This touristic resort is very popular and is usually extremely busy during weekends and the Summer months.

Pre-booking of cinema tickets is always highly recommended.

All the theatres are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and are fully air-conditioned throughout the year. Nevertheless, prices are not expensive and start from only € 4.65 per adult, even for the latest blockbuster movies.

During weekdays, movies start showing at around 1pm and the latest ones at 9pm. On weekends there are movies playing as early as 11am and the program is longer too, with the last ones starting around 11:30pm. Within the Empire Cinema, there is also a fully stocked bar and restaurant.

If you’re looking for a complete list of all movies showing now at the Empire Cinema Complex, I suggest you to visit the official website. Here you will find information about upcoming movies, high resolution previews and can even book the tickets online.

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This casino, which is located within a partially re-constructed historical palace of the locality, started to operate in Malta as from the 1st of August 2001.

The management and all employees are highly trained and professional, ensuring all clients benefit from a unique gaming experience in a most enjoyable atmosphere.

At the Casino di Venezia Malta, customers can avail themselves to the following different games:

• Black Jack
• Chemin de Fer
• Fair Roulette
• French Roulette
• Poker
• Punto y Banco
• Slot Machines
• Trente et Quarante

Besides gaming, at this superb palace one will find also find the Venezia Restaurant, serving exquisite food on a daily basis (except Mondays) from 7:30pm onwards.

Clients of the Casino di Venezia can avail themselves to special arranged travel packages, being labeled as Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. The exclusive Platinum offer which is available against a deposit of Euro 10,000, will include flights, accommodation in a deluxe 5 star hotel (including breakfast) for 2 or 3 nights, transport, as well as food and drinks at the Casino. Contact us for more details, early bookings are highly recommended.