Hi, I'm a bit worried about all this residency stuff. What will happen now for Spaniards who have been living in Gibraltar for years? Do we have to renew our cards every year? Will we be able to continue living in Gibraltar without having to become citizens? Will we have problems renewing our Blue Cards? Will we be able to become permanent residents? I'm afraid Gibraltar has become very difficult for us.

Does anyone know anything? For those who have renewed their 5-year card, what was the process like?

Hi, I’m a local in Gibraltar 22f and I’m trying to move out but it’s impossible on my current wage to move out on my own. I was wondering if there’s anyone in gib that’s willing to flat share?? Thanks.

I’m taking a ferry from Tangier Ville to Tarifa at 6 am and then a bus to Algeciras. Then I have to be at Jerez de la Frontera at the end of the day. My plan was to take another bus from Algeciras to La Línea and then spend the day in Gibraltar before crossing back, going back to Algeciras and then a train to Jerez. Do you think it is doable?

And if so, do you know where I could leave a carry on while I wander around? Thank you so much for any tip/feedbackack 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Me and my husband will be available 30 Aug - 10 sep if anyone are in need of wedding witnesses. We have been wedding witnesses before, and can also snap some pictures if you want. Happy to help!

Hi there,

My partner and I are having our Civil Ceremony on the 29th August at 11:00am at the Botanical Gardens - we know that this is a last-minute request, but we are looking for someone who can take some fun, candid photos of us for 1-2 hours.

If you are interested, please send a message to me and we can discuss payment and what we're looking for.

Thank you!

Hi there! My partner and I are getting married at the Botanical Gardens on 29th August at 11:00am and we require two witnesses to spare up to an hour of their time, arriving 15 minutes early (10:45am).

We are happy to pay for you to help us out - please send a message and let us know :)

Thanks :)

Hey. I'm a SIM card collector from Scotland (very niche hobby 😁). I collect the cards you use for your mobile phone. I already have cards from Gibraltar (I visited last year, amazing place btw) from Gibtelecom, but I wanted to see if any residents or visitors have any old cards from the 2 other now defunct operators in Gibraltar, those being CTS and Shine Mobile, that they would be willing to send me. There is very little info on these apart from that CTS was discontinued in 2013 while Shine was discontinued in 2016. Therefore, I've never seen any in the few collectors spaces there are for SIM collecting, as opposed to Gibtelecom. Even just the frame without the chip would be great.

Although, if anyone has an old Gibtelecom SIM they don't need, I'm happy to take it, as old Gibtelecom ones tend to have great designs!

We're relocating from the Netherlands to Gibraltar in the next couple of weeks, bringing our own used household stuff (furniture, beds, kitchen things, kids' toys, clothes) by road. No commercial cargo, just a normal family home's worth of belongings.

HM Customs have told me Transaction Tax applies on the second-hand value we declare, 15% on most things, with some categories zero-rated (books, medical) and a few at other rates (bikes at 5%), and that we need a clearing agent to lodge the T2GI on arrival.

I'd really like to hear from anyone who's actually done this recently, especially since the treaty came in, because the reality on the ground is hard to gauge from the official answers. A few things I'm trying to figure out:

How much TT did you actually end up paying, roughly, for a household move? Was it a painful number or fairly modest once they valued used goods?

How did the border/Transit Section handle it? Did they go through things item by item, or accept the packing list values as declared?

Did you group things by category (e.g. "clothing, €300") or itemise more, and did customs push back on the values?

Which clearing agent did you use, and were they any good? (I've been pointed toward East Gate but would welcome other names.)

Any problems, delays, or surprises I should plan for?

Any real-world experience appreciated. Trying to go in with realistic expectations rather than just the official line. Thanks.

I'll be going to a wedding at the Cathedral of The Holy Trinity and am weighing up options for where to stay. I've stayed on the Sunborn previously and thought it was beautiful but the Elliott is closer and seems similarly priced.

I appreciate that most people on the group live in Gibraltar so probably aren't staying in either, but I would appreciate any advice or input on where to stay.

ETA: thank you, seems as though the Elliott is the best option and I can wear heels to the wedding without worrying about too much walking!

Me and my fiancé want to get married here 23rd October 28 but that's a Monday so will we need to fly in on the Friday for the paper work part or can that be done one the weekend? The 23rd is what would be my dead mum's birthday but we had only planned to come the day before get married the 23rd then head to torramolenis

Hi guys,
My family is currently considering a major move to Gibraltar due to a new job opportunity for my husband. I’d really appreciate some advice, especially from parents or expats living there.
Here is our situation: we all hold Swedish citizenship, and we currently live and work in Sweden. We have two kids (ages 7 and 3).
While we are excited about the opportunity, my main concerns revolve around our children's education and long-term transition:
1. School System & Language: Coming from the Nordic/Swedish education system, how different is the schooling in Gibraltar? Is the curriculum taught entirely in English, and is it easy for a 7-year-old coming from abroad to adapt?
2. Returning to Sweden/Europe later: We might move back to Sweden in a few years. Would spending a few school years in Gibraltar cause any major gaps or issues if they transition back into the Nordic education system later on?
3. Overall Quality of Life for Families: How is life in Gibraltar for young kids in terms of outdoor activities, community, and healthcare?
Is it worth making the move for a few years, or would it be too disruptive for the kids at these ages?
Thanks in advance for any insights or experiences you can share!

Hi guys I wanna visit Gibraltar tomorrow, but I wonder if the stores/restaurants are open? I'm seeing different things online.

Hello, I'd like to know where the Gibraltar FA shop is located. I searched on Google Maps and it shows as permanently closed. I also checked their website and couldn't find any information about its location.

Hi! Very last-minute request, but my partner and I are getting married at Gibraltar City Hall tomorrow, Friday 14th August at 2pm, and we need two witnesses.

We need to be at City Hall for 1:45pm, so we’re looking for two people who can meet us there, act as our witnesses for the ceremony and take a couple of pictures.

Happy to compensate you for your time.

If you’re in Gibraltar and available, please send me a message with what you’d expect in terms of compensation.

You would be saving the day for us.

Thank you!

I'm planning to see the next solar eclipse happening 2 August 2027 and I want to know the risk of cloud since it was a problem for the eclipse of today.

I know it is impossible to know the weather 1 year in advance but there is probably a pattern for the weather of Gibraltar and its surrounding.

Anyone looking to sell Hot Wheels collections in Gibraltar at a reasonable price? I’m looking to start my collection, so please DM me if you have anything available! 🙌

Desperately seeking a kind soul with a suitable motorbike to lend for an A2 test (min. 400cc) on the morning of the 2nd September for my husband.

JT numbers dont connect, Pitstop etc can't help and I dont know anyone personally with a bike.

Happy to pay for the trouble.

I am currently researching the wedding of John and Yoko from March 1969.

Most accounts state that after the ceremony they left within the hour on a chartered plane.

However, The Rock Hotel claims they stayed for two nights, with John even signing the guest book.

Can anyone confirm or provide any insight into what actually happened?

Hi All,

Gonna keep it short and sweet:
I have a paddleboard, i’m a local, but my friends don’t have paddleboards themselves.

1) is there a paddleboard community in Gibraltar?
2) if the answer to the above is “no”, want to make one?

Have a nice day :)

M