Living

Residency, housing, daily life, and local culture explained. Whether you’re moving to Gibraltar or just curious about everyday life here, this section gives you the essentials.

• How does parcel delivery from Amazon and international retailers work in Gibraltar?
• Are there any webcams in Gibraltar?
• Can I bring a dog or pet into Gibraltar from Spain or the UK?
• Can foreigners buy property in Gibraltar?
• Can non-residents rent a post office box in Gibraltar?
• Can tourists and visitors get free emergency treatment at St Bernard's Hospital?
• Can cross-border workers living in Spain use the GHA or Spanish healthcare?
• How does dental care work in Gibraltar?
• Do most people in Gibraltar own or rent their homes?
• Do UK EHIC or GHIC cards work in Gibraltar?
• How do domestic cleaners, handymen and home services work in Gibraltar?
• How do I find an emergency dentist in Gibraltar?
• What is the emergency phone number in Gibraltar?
• Is there free public Wi-Fi in Gibraltar?
• What are the Gibraltar Post Office opening hours and how much does postage cost?
• When and how can I apply online for a Gibraltar variant British passport?
• What are the new rules relating to Gibraltarian Status and permanent residence in Gibraltar?
• Can UK visitors get medical treatment in Gibraltar?
• How big is Gibraltar?
• How does the Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) system work?
• How many Gibraltarians are there?
• How do postal deliveries work in Gibraltar?
• How does renting a home in Gibraltar work?
• How does rubbish collection and recycling work in Gibraltar?
• How do I register with the GHA as a new Gibraltar resident?
• How do utility bills for electricity and water work in Gibraltar, and who supplies them?
• Is Gibraltar expensive?
• Is Gibraltar loud or crowded to live in?
• Is Gibraltar safe at night?
• Is Gibraltar's population ageing?
• Is healthcare free in Gibraltar?
• Is tap water in Gibraltar safe to drink?
• Is there an Apple Store in Gibraltar?
• What is the life expectancy in Gibraltar?
• What should I do if I lose my passport in Gibraltar, and are there consulates there?
• How do maternity care and having a baby work in Gibraltar?
• Are mental health services available through the GHA?
• Which mobile networks and internet providers operate in Gibraltar?
• How do prescription charges and pharmacies work in Gibraltar?
• What private healthcare clinics and private health insurance exist in Gibraltar?
• Where are the public toilets in Gibraltar?
• How do I report a crime or lost property in Gibraltar?
• What are shop opening hours in Gibraltar and are shops open on Sundays?
• Where can I smoke in Gibraltar?
• Can Spanish police operate in Gibraltar?
• What supermarkets are in Gibraltar and can you get UK brand groceries?
• Can I get a yellow fever, travel vaccine or specialised immunisation in Gibraltar?
• Will I pay roaming charges to use my UK mobile phone in Gibraltar?
• What are Gibraltar’s public holidays?
• What happens in a medical emergency in Gibraltar?
• What is the Gibraltar accent?
• What is the Gibraltar postcode?
• What is the Levanter cloud over the Rock of Gibraltar?
• What is the population of Gibraltar?
• What languages are spoken in Gibraltar?
• What time zone is Gibraltar in?
• What is the legal drinking age in Gibraltar?
• When are the Bank Holidays in Gibraltar in 2026?
• When are the bank holidays in Gibraltar in 2027?
• When was the last census in Gibraltar, and when is the next one?
• Where can I find a pharmacy in Gibraltar, including out of hours?
• Which nationalities live in Gibraltar, and where were its residents born?