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@karenselsea

Thanks for your question. May I ask for what purpose you’re planning to move to Cyprus (work, retirement, investment, etc.)? The process can vary depending on your situation.

Regards

Bhavna

@Bhavna

Retiring

@Bhavna
Retiring - @karenselsea

Retiring to Cyprus from the UK requires obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit (Pink Slip) or a permanent, investment-based visa, as UK citizens are now considered non-EU nationals. Key requirements include proving a stable, foreign-sourced income (approx. €2,000/month or €24,000/year for individuals), private health insurance, and secured accommodation (rental or purchase).

Ok thanks I’m in the process of obtaining my Irish Citizenship and an Irish passport. I’m hoping that will expedite things?

I was just wondering if it’s advisable to get a rental sorted first?

Hi,

It is significantly easier and quicker with an Irish passport and the income parameters appear less onerous

Best engage a local professional to deal with the immigration. It will be easier when you have the Irish passport but as the rules change almost daily best to rely on the professionals. It takes some of the stress out!

Best engage a local professional to deal with the immigration. It will be easier when you have the Irish passport but as the rules change almost daily best to rely on the professionals. It takes some of the stress out! - @phildraper

No need for professional help if they have an Irish Passport, unless you want to waste some money unnecessarily.

Hi Karen, I moved to Cyprus from Spain early last year so this is still fresh. Here's the practical order that worked for me:

1. Accommodation first. You need a rental contract in your name before you can do anything official. I'd recommend searching online from the UK (Bazaraki is the main classifieds site in Cyprus) and then coming for a week to visit places in person and sign a contract.

2. Once you have a rental contract, go to the Civil Registry office to get your Yellow Slip (EU citizen registration). You'll need your passport, the rental contract, and proof of financial resources (bank statements or employment contract). It took about a week to process.

3. After the Yellow Slip, you can apply for your Tax Identification Code (TIC) at the tax office, open a bank account, register for GESY (the national health system), etc.

You can't really start the immigration process from the UK because everything requires your physical presence and a Cyprus address. What you can do from the UK is research areas, start looking at properties online, and gather your documents.

If you're coming from the UK (non-EU post-Brexit), the process is a bit different - you'll need to apply for a residence permit rather than a Yellow Slip. I'd recommend consulting an immigration lawyer in that case.

What area are you considering? That might affect some of the practical advice.