Linda Hill
@lshill
Northern Irish expat in Cyprus
Forum posts
41
About me
Northern Irish
Speaks I speak some German and a little French and am slowly working on Greek.
Registration: 23 February 2023
Car Hire prices by Bogart99
Coming out in about 3 weeks to test the water. Any advice on car hire as the prices vary wildly. Yes I know you generally get what you pay for but prices seem to vary amongst the Cyprus only companies as opposed to Europcar type outfits. Was amazed ...
Lots of car rental options here. We hire cars regularly and use Ride Now as we are still waiting for prudential to release our money to buy a car here.AKis and Maria - akiscarhire@gmail.com 357 26938043. He will pick you up and isn't worried about ... Read More
Car Hire prices by Bogart99
Coming out in about 3 weeks to test the water. Any advice on car hire as the prices vary wildly. Yes I know you generally get what you pay for but prices seem to vary amongst the Cyprus only companies as opposed to Europcar type outfits. Was amazed ...
Don't need GPS - check your data with your mobile provider - I use O2 from UK and live in Cyprus as the deal I have includes data that covers maps etcYou can use maps without internet on your phonemaps.meor download maps on your phoneUsing Google ... Read More
Advice on changing Driving Licence at 70 by MacGeorge8035
Good Morning allMy Wife will reach 70 in July, and she will have to renew her Cypriot driving licence. We know she needs an eye test and a medical with her GP.We don't know which forms we fill out and which forms our doctor/optician needs to ...
Just ask doctor to sign a form for you. They don't usually check anything. You can download the form online https://cyprusdriving.net/department-of-transport-forms/or go to the Department of Road Transport office - you need to take completed ... Read More
Prudential pension in UK
My husband has a pru pension in the UK. They have told him he has to remove it by August this year. They don鈥檛 provide options but told us we had to pay an IFA to do this at a cost of 2%. Now the IFA is struggling because my husband ... Read More
Investment and moving to Cyprus by RW60
I am in the process of planning to retire to Cyprus in 3 years time. I have just returned from a fact finding trip and generally feel comfortable with most aspects of the move and besides which I have 3 years to get to fine tune and get to grips ...
I suggest your wife leaves her state pension as long as possible as it will increase by 1% every 9 weeks which is over 200 a year. Read More
Property Management Company, Larnaca Area by makarelk
Hi, does anyone on this platform have recommendations for an Expat run Property Management Company that manages complexes in the Larnaca area?
Try Qualitas Read More
Opinions re best bank account by moresunplease
We are looking to buy a holiday home in Cyprus, Paphos area. We need to open a bank account, does anyone have opinions regarding easiest, most cost efficient, branch based and Internet.Thanks
Hellenic or Bank of Cyprus - got badly bitten by Alpha Bank. You can do part of the process online, then go into the bank and arrange to pick up your card from the branch as it may or may not arrive at your mailing address. Like in the UK, there ... Read More
Property Advice by kieronlaws57
Hi, I'm new to this forum and thanks for having me.My wife and I are retired and coming over at the end of September with a view to looking at a few properties for a holiday home or permanent residence.What should I look out for and want should I be ...
@kieronlaws57 If you have lived in Ireland 3 years out of the last 5 then you can apply yourself for less cost than going through a solicitor. Otherwise it seems expensive. I was born in NI so it was easy for me to do. Read More
Property Advice by kieronlaws57
Hi, I'm new to this forum and thanks for having me.My wife and I are retired and coming over at the end of September with a view to looking at a few properties for a holiday home or permanent residence.What should I look out for and want should I be ...
@kieronlaws57 Although lots of UK passport holders are applying for Irish passports it doesn't take as long as the press says. My kids did it recently and they do try to delay by saying they couldn't get in touch with the references but so worth it ... Read More
Family of 4 looking to emigrate from the UK to Cyprus by MutchAdo
Hi All,We are a family of 4 looking to emigrate from the UK to Cyprus, relatively early in the planning stages but you have to start somewhere.I work in IT and am able to continue with my current company remotely meaning that I will have a decent ...
@MutchAdo What age are your children? Younger ones can learn greek and fit into local school easily. Older teens might prefer an English Speaking School. There are a number of fee paying English schools in the Paphos area. Do either of you have ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Cyprus remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose your ...
I have two sims - one is a virtual sim. I have a mobile service with O2 in the UK and then a Sim for Epic in Cyprus on my iPhone. This allows me to use my UK sim to access bank and other services that require 3 factor identification. Also cheaper ... Read More
New members of the Cyprus forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cyprus forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@windycooper43We recently replace our sofa as the one supplied by the builder was made in China and didn't last. We took it apart and the wood looked like it came from a pallet. Checked out stores in Paphos and Limassol. Best ones come from ... Read More
Car Loans info
Contacted my bank (Bank of Cyprus) regarding a car loan. I am over 65 so they said you can't get a loan. Any idea how to get one here? Read More
How bearable/unbearable have/are the recent temperatures? by shotokan101
Hi again,Given the record temperatures seen recently in Cyprus, how "bearable/unbearable" is it actually - especially for going outdoors at home by the pool but also out and about for shopping etc.?With regards to the above, are there any areas or ...
We bought new AC units and installed solar last year. We have the aircon on 24hours a day mostly using the dry mode as it removes the moisture from the air. We don't have a car so have to leave early in the morning to catch the bus as it is too ... Read More
GESY HEALTH COVER by kevinlewis2323
Good morning everyone OK I am like everyone waiting for my pink slip card nearly a year now.Driving around in a uk reg car for six months because of that .....blah blah ok its Cyprus!!OK a new challenge how to apply or get or start Gesy the ...
We did our driving licences recently. You have to go to the Dept of Road Transport if you want to exchange a licence. (RC4V+C9R, Mesogi 8280, Cyprus.) You need to make an appointment in person as they don't answer their phone. Last time I was ... Read More
Cost of Fly Screens by MacGeorge8035
Has anyone have any idea how much a flyscreen would cost for a Patio door 2m wide by 2.2m high?
I replace the mesh myself too - watch video on how to do it and bought a tool which makes it a lot easier from One Stop. They sell the mesh as does Phillippos and various other shops. Recommend doing it yourself. Read More
Issue about returning back my deposit[b]upon request by Yuseung Seol
I moved out and ended the rental contract from the previous one.The problems are here.Air Conditioner Outdoor Unit was too noisy for neighbor. A resident upstairs claimed it and advised me to talk about this problem with my landlord. I reported the ...
https://www.debitura.com/small-claims-court/jurisdiction/Cyprus Read More
Issue about returning back my deposit[b]upon request by Yuseung Seol
I moved out and ended the rental contract from the previous one.The problems are here.Air Conditioner Outdoor Unit was too noisy for neighbor. A resident upstairs claimed it and advised me to talk about this problem with my landlord. I reported the ...
I would report him to tax authorities without informing him and then go to the small claims court to claim money back. https://e-justice.europa.eu/354/EN/small_claims?CYPRUS&member=1Maybe someone on this site has experience of this - UK small ... Read More
Tax resident in Cyprus
We have been living in Cyprus for 2 years and have now signed up as tax resident in Cyprus. We get pensions paid in the UK and rental income from a house there and have been paying UK tax on them. Any advice on how to transfer tax commitments from ... Read More
Where in Cyprus can we move ? by Tracy Mccarthy
We are considering moving to Cyprus, we would like to be in a pretty village with good amenities near the coast, would appreciate your suggestions,? Also what would be involved to move there,? We currently live in England and I will be able to still ...
We too live in Tala and don't have a car yet. Bus and occasional car rentals work for us. We are pleased we bought here. I understand rentals have increased considerably in the last year and some people have moved further out to get cheaper rents. Read More
New tenants by burdenaly66
Hi, a friend is about to rent an apartment to Cypriots for a year through a agency. Someone has said not to take Cypriots, as they wont pay and will have trouble getting them to leave at the end of tenancy, I dont believe this , has ...
Same rules apply to renting your house anywhere. Can't get anyone to leave if you don't have a solid contract. Always increase the rent at the end of the year and renew the contract. I have know of British people who wouldn't leave as the ... Read More
Looking for advice before moving to Cyprus by karenmarshall65
Hi all i am British so is my husband but holds an Irish passport. We are thinking of moving to Cyprus . We plan to go out in September for a holiday Looking for a new build the west area of Larnaca. Any advice would be totally welcomed. We both will ...
@karenmarshall65I forgot to say the house is in my name as an EU citizen which has made it easier eg. when applying for solar etc. The lawyer named my husband as beneficiary in my will. Read More
New members of the Cyprus forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cyprus forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@karenmarshall65I have an Irish passport as I was born in NI and my husband is English. I applied for residency which is automatically given as I have an EU passport. At the same time my husband applied as a spouse of an EU citizen. So it was no ... Read More
Advice on selling property by andymacro
I am hoping this forum can offer advice. I live in the UK and am in contact with an estate agent in Cyprus to market and sell a property over there, to which I have the title deeds.The estate agents have informed me I do not need a Solicitor to ...
I have bought and sold property in a number of countries and never used a lawyer as they charge more. Every country has some form of notary who does the same as a lawyer for less money and may have the time to act in your interest. Not had great ... Read More
Currency Exchange by susangoldsworthy5
Morning all,Snow this morning in Wales!Found a property and offered - any one use a currency exchange company, like the one offered on place in the sun, or similar. Nervous as it is a lot of money to trust to something I haven't used before. Rates ...
XE for big amounts- using then for years and very easy. Wise is a tiny bit more costly Smaller amounts i use Revolut and Monzo to pay for things from UK. Always need lots of options. Read More
Using Revolut in Cyprus by GuestPoster1224
Is it worth using Revolut in Cyprus?Does anyone have problems using it?
We applied for a revolut card in the UK over Christmas as I have been happily using Monzo for many years. However, I noticed many of the contractors used Revolut so thought we would get one of these too. Easy and quick to move money from our UK ... Read More
Driving Licence exchange by MacGeorge8035
Allwe have been here 16 months now and we renewed our temporary residency permit in September 23. We have now tried to exchange our UK driving licence for Cypriot ones on two occasions both without success.After our failed second attempt we ...
Just leave the country every 6 months (lots of cheap flight options) and keep a record of landing and you don't need to exchange licence. Read More
Renting a car at Larnaca Airport by GuestPoster1224
Anyone rented a car from the rental companies there? Which one was the best?
Just came back via Laranca and rented a Green Motion car. This booking was made via a UK site and Discover Cars. Very pleased with price and this service as there was no upselling (trying to get you to upgrade to another size of car or add ... Read More
Mobile Network and Banking in Limassol by GuestPoster1224
I would like to know the best mobile network in Cyprus and which bank has good atm coverage in Limassol. Thank you.
Bank of Cyprus - open account in branch as cards dont always arrive at address. Easy online and mobile access. Hellenic also ok. Alpha stole money from us, lost our account and said it didn't exist. Read More
Moving from Lebanon to Cyprus by SergeDa
Hello, I am Lebanese looking to move with my wife and 2 year old son to live in Cyprus. i am currently working remotely so the move won鈥檛 affect my income or my job status. can anyone help me breakdown the living cost for a family of 3, i have ...
Choose somewhere close to a bus route and a local shop nearby, you can manage well with buses and occasional car hire. Food delivery from supermarkets cuts down shopping trips. We have been in the Paphos area for over a year without a car. Eat what ... Read More
GESY and S1 holders by Toon
ATTENTION ALL S1 DOCUMENT HOLDERS! If you are on GESY as being an S1 document holder and therefore having the white 'medical card' (as it is known) PLEASE NOTE that this card has an expiry date and needs to be renewed.If you are on GESY with an S1 ...
@phildraperDiscovered you shouldn't do it online as papers get lost when you send them in. Better to go to a GP and register through them. They do it for you but once you have started the process online you are stuck in the system. I got mine but ... Read More
Amazon prime / Netflix in Cyprus by kevinlewis2323
Good evening Can anyone suggest if its possible to get the above?The internet has many options but not sure if they actually work.Spoke to amazon and honestly the agent didn't even know where Cyprus was !So thought I would ask if anyone has ...
We have the option of having express VPN on our television which allows us to watch BBC but we can only use it with Roku but not Amazon Firestick. There may be some programs not available on some of these sites in some countries (we have accounts ... Read More
Waiting for ID cards by MacGeorge8035
Hi, it has now been over 4 months since we got our temporary residency sorted. But, we are still waiting for our ID cards. How long have people generally waited for ID cards after getting temporary residency.I have tried phoning immigration in ...
@MacGeorge8035 My husband was waiting for a letter to pick up his residency card. None had arrived, so last week we were nearby and called in to find out what was happening. She looked him up on the system and then gave us his card. There is a ... Read More
GESY eligibility by phildraper
I will start to recv my UK state pension in July this year whoo hoo! Pls do not send begging emails! Does this mean I could apply for GESY while I only have a temp residency visa? Could I get a free bus pass as well lol
I have my UK pension but can't see where to find online S1 form? Any ideas? Read More
Help and advice with 'buffer' please by Incognito2411
Yasou all you wonderful veterans.Could anyone please forward/recommend an individual who assists in expats moving - by this I mean someone who can give me A-Z advice moving from UK to Cyprus and help with legalities, opening up a Cypriot bank ...
As you are coming on your own I would seriously think about Southern Cyprus for a number of reasons but I have never lived there. I live in Paphos areas and have Irish passport so less issues.Residency: Everything is more challenging since Brexit ... Read More
Fire stick by Jackie53
I have a new Fire stick can I use it to view all UK tv in Cyprus
@Toon What are these codes and how do you use them? BBC works on my fire stick with VPN but not ITV. Read More
Cost to install Air Conditioning by MacGeorge8035
Hi, I am buying a new build properly here in Cyprus and it comes with provision for Air Con. Any idea how much it costs to install a typical 9200 btu Inverter Air Con unit with condenser and installation included.on the same note, does anyone have ...
You could try CMC - they prices were competitive and installation was the next day.聽We had agreed with someone else to fit unit but he never turned up again or replied after the second time. Thee two men who fitted it were really quick and ... Read More
Solar Photovoltaic Systems by IEUANBARRETTBROWN
I am considering fitting an 'on-the-grid' Solar Photovoltaic Systems to my villa and wondered if anyone could recommend a company? I live in Xylophagou Thanks
Get quotes from 3 companies. We considered Green Air.聽 We are buying ours from J & G Solar Technologies LtdThey were very helpful and slightly cheaper than Green Air. They use German made equipment.聽 It takes some time to do it.聽 ... Read More
UK state pension by Jackie53
Moving to Cyprus this year , is it better to ask the UK work and pensions department to pay my state pension gross monthly into my cyprus bank account or transfer it across my self through my currency broker, not sure what rate the UK work and ...
@Jackie53 We have our pension paid into bank account in the UK and then transfer money when needed. We have two bank accounts, Monzo ( good exchange rates) and use XE and Wise. Keep more than one bank account in the UK. This weekend I wanted to ... Read More
Spouse of Irish Passport Holder by jaypee62
Greetings,We are planning a move to Paphos later this year. My wife holds an Irish passport. My question is whether I ,as a British passport holder , will need to prepare for all of the new 3rd country requirements (Police Clearance, Bood Tests etc ...
Easy - I have an Irish passport and my husband a British one.聽Book your appointment now.聽Don't need much - I wrote a summary of what you need to do.Getting residency in CyprusThe information here and websites are correct February 2023, but ... Read More
Leins and non payment of community charges
Do you have any idea of cost of taking our a lien when the owners have left the property vacant and have had it on the market for sale for the last 2 years with no results? During that time no communal costs have been collected as they are in the ... Read More