Dee56
English looking for information about Cyprus
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Registration: 01 February 2021
Swimming pools - Paphos
Are there any indoor public swimming pools in the Paphos area or hotels that allow you to pay and use their facilities?Thanks Read More
Yellow Slip
Does anyone know if the yellow Slip has to be exchanged for a plastic card next year? I have tried contacting the immigration office but after several attempts I still haven't got a reply! Thanks for any info Read More
Plastic ID Cards
I have heard that from 2026 it will no longer be possible to come through the airport using your yellow slip instead you must apply for a plastic card. I have tried contacting the immigration office several times to no avail! Does anyone know if ... Read More
Yellow Slip
HiI have heard that from 2026 it will no longer be possible to come through the airport using your yellow slip instead you must apply for a plastic card. I have tried contacting the immigration office several times to no avail! Does anyone know if ... Read More
Using Revolut in Cyprus by GuestPoster1224
Is it worth using Revolut in Cyprus?Does anyone have problems using it?
I would definitely say it's worth it, I use it all the time and so far have not had any problems whatsoever. Read More
Dyson V8 vacuum. Battery replacement by tloach
Hi everyone. I live in Paphos and need a battery replacement for a Dyson V8 vacuum Any ideas were imight get one either Dyson made or otherTried amazon.de, don't deliver to Cyprus and electronics e and Stephanie's, no goodTony peyia
Amazon do a very good non-dyson one. Read More
Paphos Airport to Paphos City by Gotz
Hi everybody, I will relocate to Paphos next week. I was just checking on taxis as well as cost for public transportation. Unfortunately, taxis seem to be quite expensive whereas bus fares are cheap, but looking at the bus schedule I would have to ...
I agree,bus service is great, bear in mind that you may not have to wait as long as you think depending on getting through airport and baggage reclaim. Read More
Electricity options by phildraper
Does the electric company in Cyprus have differing tariffs like in the UK with economy 7 green energy etc? I only found one company so I presume there is no competition?
Did you argue your case for it to be applied until 30th June and if so how did you get on? Read More
Property rentals .. by Toon
OMG I cannot believe the rental market as it is today ... Greedflation just doesn't come close .. How are these rental.prices affordable to the ordinary hard working law abiding tax paying people of Cyprus ...It is truly scary .
@Toon 100% Read More
Property rentals .. by Toon
OMG I cannot believe the rental market as it is today ... Greedflation just doesn't come close .. How are these rental.prices affordable to the ordinary hard working law abiding tax paying people of Cyprus ...It is truly scary .
And unfortunately some landlords are becoming greedier and more unscrupulous. A family we know had been in their rental for 8 years, checked with landlord they could continue to rent and he said yes for at least 2 or 3 years they asked could they ... Read More
Slum landlords and bad tenants by Toon
We tend to think that Cyprus has a problematic legal system with the result that in addition to the time it takes to secure a court decision, those in the wrong get away with it most of the time.The above situation is quite correct in its ...
I have the utmost sympathy for landlords in these situation, however I think sight has been a little lost here in that in my albeit relatively small amount of experience there are an equal amount of greedy, grasping landlords who offer no goodwill ... Read More
Pafos Sewerage board bills by Dee56
Sewerage billsCan anyone explain these bills to me? Totally confused!! Thanks
@Toon Hi have sent details as you suggested. Regards Read More
Pafos Sewerage board bills
Sewerage billsCan anyone explain these bills to me? Totally confused!! Thanks Read More
residency potential new rules by andrewcullen847
just read about potential changes to residency affecting self supporting people聽says subject to approval we will need 鈧�40000 income 鈧�10000 extra per dependants and own a house worth 鈧�250000 this looks to replace category ...
HiSorry for delay in replying only just saw your message!There are loads of websites with info, link attached for one of them.https://www.immigrationspain.es/en/visas-and-residence-permits-in-spain/However, having gone through the process in Cyprus ... Read More
residency potential new rules by andrewcullen847
just read about potential changes to residency affecting self supporting people聽says subject to approval we will need 鈧�40000 income 鈧�10000 extra per dependants and own a house worth 鈧�250000 this looks to replace category ...
Thanks for your reply I meant 40k euros not EU income should have been clearer, hopefully it will end up being less, as I mentioned Spain is around 27k which seems much more reasonable and achievable although it doubles in the 2nd year and then ... Read More
residency potential new rules by andrewcullen847
just read about potential changes to residency affecting self supporting people聽says subject to approval we will need 鈧�40000 income 鈧�10000 extra per dependants and own a house worth 鈧�250000 this looks to replace category ...
Just wondered if the proposed 40k eu income is income or could you have that amount as a deposit in your bank account as is the case for example in Spain although is only 27k there?Also, as regards the Pink Slip, do you still need the 40k for ... Read More
Etias beginning 2023 for Cyprus by Beanie
When the Etias begin how will it affect the Swallows who come for six months with their temporary residence permits? Then back to uk. Do they need an Etias?
Hi again MEU1 I'm really confused as on the Cyprus Gov immigration site it seems a bit conflicting, in the section covering applications for MEU1 under the withdrawal agreement it states that it is voluntary to exchange existing documents to ... Read More
Etias beginning 2023 for Cyprus by Beanie
When the Etias begin how will it affect the Swallows who come for six months with their temporary residence permits? Then back to uk. Do they need an Etias?
Thanks for info, how do you exchange it, do you know? Thanks Read More
Etias beginning 2023 for Cyprus by Beanie
When the Etias begin how will it affect the Swallows who come for six months with their temporary residence permits? Then back to uk. Do they need an Etias?
Is it now compulsory to exchange your paper MEU1 to a bio metric as it originally was optional? Read More
Recommendations regarding Cypriot banks by Ginger Andy
We're exploring the possibiity of moving to Cyprus from the UK and clearly I'll need a Cypriot bank account. Given that my income, pensions etc are all paid (and taxed) in the UK, it would probably be best to have an account with a bank that ...
Can you use your Revolut card for larger purchases such as house deposit/payment, and if so what charges did it incur or is the same as any other bank transfers? Thanks Read More
Just Visiting Paphos next year. by HopperX
Just joined the Forum. Was at RAF Akrotiri Nov 1958 to Dec 1960 (MECS) then Nicosia (70 Sqn) for 6 months. Have rented Villa in Paphos for next year and would like to know if "english" food is easily available (it must be with all you ...
Yes there are a lot of 'English' foods available, Sainsburys has teamed up with a local supermarket as has Tesco. AIso supermarkets carry a good range of familiar brands. I am sure you will be trying local as well as familiar food, enjoy! Read More
Buying Property- Due Diligence by Toon
鈥淒ue diligence protects the potential purchaser in his choice鈥� The term due diligence refers to the process usually initiated by the buyer of an immovable property or a business, through which they request information, documents and ...
Really useful. Does the buyer have to carry out the due diligence or does their solicitor? Read More
Visitors Visa by Dee56
Does anyone know how long a visitors visa lasts for staying longer than 3 months in Cyprus and also, does anyone know what documents are needed as try as I might I can't find this info on the Cyprus gov website. Many thanks
Great article, thanks Toon Read More
Visitors Visa by Dee56
Does anyone know how long a visitors visa lasts for staying longer than 3 months in Cyprus and also, does anyone know what documents are needed as try as I might I can't find this info on the Cyprus gov website. Many thanks
Thanks for the detailed info, great Read More
Visitors Visa by Dee56
Does anyone know how long a visitors visa lasts for staying longer than 3 months in Cyprus and also, does anyone know what documents are needed as try as I might I can't find this info on the Cyprus gov website. Many thanks
Thanks for info Read More
Visitors Visa
Does anyone know how long a visitors visa lasts for staying longer than 3 months in Cyprus and also, does anyone know what documents are needed as try as I might I can't find this info on the Cyprus gov website. Many thanks Read More
Adult swimming lessons by Dee56
Does anyone know of a swimming instructor in the Paphos area who teaches anxious adults?
Thanks Read More
Adult swimming lessons
Does anyone know of a swimming instructor in the Paphos area who teaches anxious adults? Read More
Safepass??
Is the Safepass a physical document or are you able to show proof of vaccination or a PCR negative result or proof of infection? If it is a physical document, how do you get it? Thanks Read More
Work permission by Dee56
If someone has applied and got Category F residency and then goes on to obtain citizenship after the required number of years would they then be able to work in Cyprus, or would they have to continue to self fund? Any info much appreciated
Thanks as ever Toon, with regards to the Greek language criteria you mentioned, does that mean for Category F or once you have completed your years and go for citizenship? Read More
Work permission
If someone has applied and got Category F residency and then goes on to obtain citizenship after the required number of years would they then be able to work in Cyprus, or would they have to continue to self fund? Any info much appreciated Read More
Adult Children When Immigrating..... by shotokan101
Hi - looking for some advice regarding possibly moving To Cyprus. My wife and I would like to retire to Cyprus once things settle down a bit regarding Covid and Travel Restrictions etc. We have two Adult children one of whom might be interested in ...
Does this mean that an adult child can be classed as a dependant and allowed in on the parents Cat F application as long as there is sufficient additional funds? Read More
PCR Tests for Travel by Dee56
Hi Does anyone know where I can get a PCR test for travel in Paphos and a rough price? Thanks
Thanks Toon, as ever you are the font of all knowledge :) So, here's another one for you, do you have any idea whether viewing a property for sale is a reason to be able to text and ask permission to go out? Thanks Read More
PCR Tests for Travel by Dee56
Hi Does anyone know where I can get a PCR test for travel in Paphos and a rough price? Thanks
Unfortunately yes, the UK require a PCR test to be take 72 hours before entry into the UK. Read More
PCR Tests for Travel
Hi Does anyone know where I can get a PCR test for travel in Paphos and a rough price? Thanks Read More
Saddened!! by Dee56
Guess I am must still be a bit naive even at my age but was surprised to receive a 'contact request' through this site from a young girl posing in a pic in her underwear lol. Made me rather sad that you can't escape the scammers etc. ...
Many thanks for info, glad to see some sites act decisively and immediately! Read More
Saddened!! by Dee56
Guess I am must still be a bit naive even at my age but was surprised to receive a 'contact request' through this site from a young girl posing in a pic in her underwear lol. Made me rather sad that you can't escape the scammers etc. ...
Think someone else may already have done that as when I tried to open the link it said 'you have no contacts, and when I clicked on 'view profile' it came up Error 404 page not found. Saves me a job lol Read More
Saddened!! by Dee56
Guess I am must still be a bit naive even at my age but was surprised to receive a 'contact request' through this site from a young girl posing in a pic in her underwear lol. Made me rather sad that you can't escape the scammers etc. ...
Sorry, how do I report it? Thanks Read More
Saddened!!
Guess I am must still be a bit naive even at my age but was surprised to receive a 'contact request' through this site from a young girl posing in a pic in her underwear lol. Made me rather sad that you can't escape the scammers etc. ... Read More