You must have had a connection with Gibraltar – for example you, your parents or your grandparents were born, registered or naturalised there. You can apply to register as a British citizen if you were either: naturalised in Gibraltar as a British overseas territories citizen after 21 May 2002.

As a rule, holders of an EU / EEC passport are free to seek employment and to work in Gibraltar. Nationals from non-EU countries (except Switzerland) require a work permit/visa for Gibraltar. The Immigration, Asylum and Refugee Act controls entry and immigration into Gibraltar.

Air passengers will be required to upload a valid vaccination certificate on the Gibraltar Passenger Locator Form. You should also be prepared to present your valid vaccination certificate to airline staff prior to boarding. You will be required to book your COVID-19 PCR tests before arriving in Gibraltar.

Only Gibraltarians and British citizens are allowed to live and work in Gibraltar without a residence permit. Nationals from other EU member states are issued residence permits upon providing proof that they will not become a burden to the state.

Though the economic crisis has hit world-round, it is still very expensive to live in Gibraltar. Housing is very expensive because space is at a premium. At the very least, expect to pay £700 (sterling) a month for a small studio. Average is £1200 for one or two bedroom.

Who can buy a property in Gibraltar? Anyone can buy a property in Gibraltar which is in the open market. EU citizens have the right to live in Gibraltar. Other foreign nationals may enter or live in Gibraltar subject to their visa status and employment status.

While property prices in Gibraltar tend to be high, they are nevertheless some 20% lower than in London. Food, clothes, personal care, entertainment are all less expensive in Gibraltar, and transport – with very cheap buses here in Gib (free if you have a residency card) – coming in at a huge 70% cheaper.

The procedure when purchasing a property in Gibraltar is very similar to that in the UK, and there are no restrictions for foreigners buying property if they have a work permit or residency visa. Foreigners without a permit or visa, however, do need to go through an application procedure with the Gibraltar government.

Gibraltar has its own healthcare authority which includes a community hospital, referral hospital and mental health unit among other healthcare facilities. Individuals working in Gibraltar will automatically pay social security contributions and therefore will be entitled to free healthcare.

Summary about cost of living in Gibraltar, Gibraltar: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,224$ (2,333£) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 896$ (648£) without rent.

Only citizens of Gibraltar and British citizens are allowed to live in Gibraltar without any type of residence permit. All other European Union and non-European Union citizens are required to apply for a residence permit if their stay is longer than six months.

Nationals of the EU for stays in Gibraltar of up to six months. Nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays in Gibraltar of up to three months. As a general rule, those who require a visa for entry to the UK also require a separate visa for entry to Gibraltar.

The Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) delivers Primary, Secondary and Mental Health Care in Gibraltar using a Healthcare model closely linked to the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom and for this purpose some tertiary referrals are delivered in the NHS as well as in Spanish Hospitals due to the …

As Gibraltar will become a de facto part of the Schengen Area, it is likely that, with the exception of Gibraltians, UK citizens will need an ETIAS to travel to Gibraltar by the end of 2022. The permit is applied for online and valid for multiple trips of up to 90 days.

Often referred to as “The Rock” – Gibraltar is a melting pot of English, Spanish and North African cultures. Expect sunny days all year round, dramatic cliff-sides with monkeys clinging on and a whole range of exciting things to do. All in all, this British Overseas Territory is well worth visiting at any time of year.

1. Re: Can I use Euro in Gibraltar? You can use Euros (most shops accept either) but will get a pretty lousy rate. Better to use the ATM outside Barclays in Main Street for just what you need to spend on the day.

There are nice beaches on the eastern side of the rock (eastern beach, sandy beach and catalan Bay), where you can swim. On the west side, just along the road from Morrisons you will find the GASA public swimming baths. Behind these, you can swim in the sea in of 5 or 6 pools formed within the bay.

• Camp Bay & Little Bay. A former quarry turned into a lido, and a little rocky beach by the cliffs.
• Catalan Bay. A picturesque village by the sea located on the east side of the Rock.
• Eastern Beach. Gibraltar’s largest beach located adjacent to the airstrip.
• Sandy Bay. A secluded beach with orange sand from the Sahara.