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Pink Slip renewal by susangoldsworthy5
HI allCan anyone recommend a consultant to help with the renewal in the Kitti/Tersanfau area please? The person we used last year is not available this year and the appointment system in Larnanca has changed so a bit stuck.Thank you
Is it the appointment you鈥檙e trying to sort out or someone to represent you? Read More
Apostilled Marriage Cert by karenselsea
Can anyone tell me is there a time limit once on a marriage certificate has been apostilled?
Our marriage certificate was way past 6 mths. ACRO is definitely within 6 months as it obviously relates to a potentially changing result. Read More
ACRO certificate by karenselsea
Im hoping to apply for an MEU1 when we eventually get to Cyprus hopefully next Spring. I鈥檝e been told that my husband, who holds a UK passport needs to have an ACRO for his MEU2 application? Can anyone confirm this ad I鈥檝e not seen it ...
@karenselsea It also needs to be apostled 馃憤 Read More
US passport 鈥� Leaving Cyprus during extension by Dylan Blazejowsk
Hi everyone,I鈥檓 looking for advice from anyone who has had a similar experience in Cyprus.I am a US passport holder and entered Cyprus on January 1. I received an official extension of my stay through immigration and have a scheduled ...
We are U.K. passport holders and left and retuned after we had an appointment, once you have your appointment the 90 day clock stops ticking until your application is processed. No issues at all when coming back via Larnaca Read More
Curtailment of Photo Voltaics by MacGeorge8035
I had my solar panels installed at the end of 2024. During 2025, I suffered regular curtailment of my PV production. During this period, it was not that often, and I managed to build up a nice amount of credits. In March, all my credits were removed ...
@phildraper ECO Flow sell a standalone system available in Cyprus. Read More
Retiree Visa application clarification or help. by Craven J Mike
I would appreciate any helpful comments regarding application for a visa (pink slip) for UK retirees. To be eligible for the visa, we meet all the requirements. But our sticking point is the one year rental or property purchase contract, which ...
@Craven J Mike You are allowed to purchase a property as a TCN the 鈥� council of ministers approval鈥� is a paper exercise and bearing in mind the purchase will be legally completed by the time they rubber stamp it Read More
Curtailment of Photo Voltaics by MacGeorge8035
I had my solar panels installed at the end of 2024. During 2025, I suffered regular curtailment of my PV production. During this period, it was not that often, and I managed to build up a nice amount of credits. In March, all my credits were removed ...
@notlost-justlookingaround 鈧�300-鈧�400 !! My highest ever electricity bill is 鈧�90 !! Read More
Utilities cost by karenselsea
Can anyone tell me if there are details of the utilities cost of living in Cyprus on here. I may have seen something in the past but can鈥檛 find it?
We鈥檝e found utilities pretty reasonable, just received our last electricity bill which covered 22/12/2025 - 24/02/2026 and it was 鈧�96. Refuse tax was 鈧�170 for the year, still waiting for the other municipality tax which is going to ... Read More
Firestick TV box by Alan Cyprus
Hi, I bought a Amazon free TV stick thinking it would connect to BBC channels but am receiving the error code 02062.I have a smart LG television connected to a WiFi which is using UK based VPN. My phone is connected to the same VPN and receives BBC ...
@SimCityAT Because they do I guess, not everyone thinks it鈥檚 rubbish clearly鈥nd then you suggest Sky News 馃槀馃槀馃槀 Read More
Appointment to arrange for a biometric card by angiexrd
Ive just emailed pafosetiseis@polce.gov.uk to request an appointment to arrange for a biometric card and had this reply :- Delivery has failed to these recipients or groups:pafosetiseis@polce.gov.ukA communication failure occurred during the ...
@SimCityAT Worse than I thought then 馃槀 Read More
Appointment to arrange for a biometric card by angiexrd
Ive just emailed pafosetiseis@polce.gov.uk to request an appointment to arrange for a biometric card and had this reply :- Delivery has failed to these recipients or groups:pafosetiseis@polce.gov.ukA communication failure occurred during the ...
You鈥檙e putting UK on the email address Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
@phildraper That鈥檚 odd as my Disney does work I鈥檓 using surf shark as my vpn. Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
@phildraper My Disney+ does work so that odd鈥� Read More
Criminal background check non-UK citizen by Huckleberry2025
Hello everyone. I need a criminal background check from Spain but the Embassy is not returning my emails. Have any of you heard that you can go to the Central Police Station in Paphos and get the certificate for all of EU (not just Cyprus). I have ...
https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Embajadas/seul/ko/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Consular/Spanish-Criminal-Record-Checks.aspx Read More
Property Purchase as Third Party National or EU Passport Holder? by shotokan101
Getting Residency and Purchasing property in Cyprus as a "TPN" has various requirements with respect to income/bank-deposit etc. with additional constraints affecting property ownership e.g. size of plot.What's the situation for an EU Passport ...
@shotokan101 As a Third Country National (TCN) , are you referring to residency by investment or just a normal purchase. Read More
Permanent Residence by jaypee62
I have read that after 5years I can apply for permanent residency. I am here under sponsorship of my partner - will we have to apply for permanent residency at the same time ?
@jaypee62 What鈥檚 your actual visa you鈥檙e in Cyprus on? Read More
Category F vs Pink Slip..... ? by shotokan101
Anyone care to comment ? (UK Resident)Pink Slip obviously only "lasts" for one/2 years, though appears to be fairly easy/guaranteed to be renewable for the 5 years which allows application for permanent residency.Category F application doesn't ...
@shotokan101 the Cat F income requirements haven鈥檛 been updated for at least a couple of decades. It鈥檚 undoubtedly due to be revised with a hike in income requirements Read More
Category F vs Pink Slip..... ? by shotokan101
Anyone care to comment ? (UK Resident)Pink Slip obviously only "lasts" for one/2 years, though appears to be fairly easy/guaranteed to be renewable for the 5 years which allows application for permanent residency.Category F application doesn't ...
The Cat F visa has a huge back log as it hasn鈥檛 been processed in years. Temp Res you can stay in Cyprus while it鈥檚 processed unlike Cat F where you cannot. Read More
UK bank Account Moving To Cyprus by Filmcritic
Making plans for future retirement, been searching online and reading different answers as to which UK banks allow you to reside abroad. Just looking for a standard A/C for my pensions to be paid into which i would then transfer to cyprus via my ...
I鈥檓 with Lloyds and they allow it, Read More
Tips/advice/guidance on finding and reliable realtors and lawyers by londondoc
Hello all, First off, thanks for the welcome, Julien.My wife and I, along with our young son, are looking to retire to Paphos in 2 or 3 years' time. We've worked as NHS doctors for over 33 and 26 full-time years (respectively) and we feel it is time ...
@londondoc Just an observation, I鈥檓 assuming your pensions meet the criteria etc do you need to buy new? Would not a resale and Temp Res tick the boxes too? I realise you鈥檇 need to wait longer to get permanent residency but you鈥檇 ... Read More
Importing Personal Possessions - Form AP 2 by simoningram
Has anyone recently shipped over personal possessions? This is for our relocation move.In section D where you list contents of boxes etc, how did you value your possessions? Clothes and general household goods have very little monetary value in ...
@phildraper Thanks 馃憤 Read More
Importing Personal Possessions - Form AP 2
Has anyone recently shipped over personal possessions? This is for our relocation move.In section D where you list contents of boxes etc, how did you value your possessions? Clothes and general household goods have very little monetary value in ... Read More
Cyprus - pink slip - Company by R_Aus_1985
Hi All,聽 聽I am an Indian citizen interested in obtaining a Cypriot Temporary Resident Permit (TRP or 鈥榩ink slip鈥�) to reside in Cyprus with my family. I will be able to meet the financial proof required for my family by ...
@dvb123 To get permanent residency after 5 years of Temp Res or MUKW1 or Cat F (if it ever reappears) you do not need to do the language test鈥t鈥檚 for citizenship only. Reddit is about as reliable as Facebook.your cut and past makes no ... Read More
Cyprus - pink slip - Company by R_Aus_1985
Hi All,聽 聽I am an Indian citizen interested in obtaining a Cypriot Temporary Resident Permit (TRP or 鈥榩ink slip鈥�) to reside in Cyprus with my family. I will be able to meet the financial proof required for my family by ...
@dvb123 Residency doesn鈥檛 require Greek exam, that is for citizenship. Read More
Category F by Toon
Anyone contemplating a Cat F route to residency needs to be aware that NO residency category F application has been examined for years. An acquaintance is currently working at a law office in Paralimni and they recommend that their clients do not ...
@The Sandman what specifically did they ask for please? 馃憤 Read More
In the early stages of preparation by MarDo1
Hello to you all. We are in the very early stages of making our move to Cyprus and will start our visits next year. We are thinking of going to Paphos. We plan to be moved by the time we retire in 3 years.
In addition for Fast Track the income required is 鈧�50k + 鈧�15k per year, a hefty amount 馃槼Temp Res is far more achievable at 鈧�28800.00 for a couple per year and renewable annually. 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 ...
@MutchAdowelcome..which visas have you researched so far? Temp Res which is the favourite will not allow your wife to work in Cyprus. All income must be generated from outside of cyprus. Income Required will be 鈧�36000 for a family of 4. Until ... Read More
Netflix. Yes or no? by richiecartmann
Netflix in Cyprus. Yes or no?
Yes Read More
Income rise? by GuestPoster0520
We are due to renew our immigration next month , our adviser has informed us that the earnings threshold has risen from 28,800 euros to 33,600 euros per annum for my wife and I . I haven't seen this mentioned anywhere else and wondered if it is ...
@L and M did it? Read More
Income rise? by GuestPoster0520
We are due to renew our immigration next month , our adviser has informed us that the earnings threshold has risen from 28,800 euros to 33,600 euros per annum for my wife and I . I haven't seen this mentioned anywhere else and wondered if it is ...
If anyone was in cyprus in 2020 even for a trip you should apply for MUKW1. speak with Michael Kypianou law firm Read More
taxes on a property by hblaval
If I own a property in Lebanon since 2006 and become a resident in Cyprus in 2024 and then sold the property in Lebanon in 2025, will I be subject to pay taxes on the sale?
That a lebanon tax issue surely鈥� Read More
Leather furniture in Cyrprus by windycooper43
@JulienMy name is Ken Cooper aged 80 and my wife Maureen is 77. We spent 2 years at Akrotiri living in Limassol and leaving in 1973.We were very happy there and after 50 years we were going to move to Lincolnshire and Maureen decided that the ...
Hi Ken,Before you look at importing furniture, there is always a supply of quality secondhand furniture聽 around. We have quite a few shops down the Eastern end. Random question, my father was at RAF Akrotiri from 71-74 too. He was on Vulcans. ... Read More
New immigration requirement by phildraper
Just been advised of a new requirement for my immigration appointment in March 2023 2 weeks ahead of the date. Apparently the new requirement is to not only have the x-ray and blood tests but now we need to have a certification form (Ministry of ...
@revilo69 medical tests for residence i believe need to be done in cyprus 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 ...
@susangoldsworthy5 where does the owner of the property live? Read More
New immigration requirement by phildraper
Just been advised of a new requirement for my immigration appointment in March 2023 2 weeks ahead of the date. Apparently the new requirement is to not only have the x-ray and blood tests but now we need to have a certification form (Ministry of ...
@revilo69 firstly you will need to find a company that cannot fill the job with Cypriot or EU citizen. Only then can they officially employ a non EU person. They apply for work permit not you. Read More
Temporary visitors permit (1year) by MrsAmelia
Hi all! My family and I are planning to move to Cyprus to trial it out for 1 year to decide if it鈥檚 for us. I鈥檓 of Greek Cypriot heritage but my husband is not, my father is still awaiting his passport (as he applied from the UK last ...
In short, once you have applied for Temp Res you can stay while it鈥檚 processed. You need rental contract in place when you apply 馃憤 Read More
Pink Slip and Money by markedwards206
Hi Everybody,My partner and I are hoping to emigrate to Cyprus on the temporary residence permit. We have been together for 30 years but have never married. We understand for this reason that each of us would have to put 鈧�24,000 into a Cypriot ...
the 24k is income and you need to evidence spending it via a bsnk account in cyprus. Year 1 you will need a deposit in the bank but generally not a big amount year on year. so as a couple you need 4k a month coming in and evidence spending it. if ... Read More
Residency visa by iontacar
Arrived in Cyprus April 2023. Applied for residency visa. To date it's still pending. Check status online regularly. My application states "in process". My husband's application says "pending issues" Any idea what that might mean.
@iontacar out of interest is this Temp Res visa? Read More
First time driving in Cyprus by GuestPoster1224
How does the cold weather affect the roads in South Cyprus?
Mountains when theres snow need 4x4 or snow chains鈥very where else not affected by any weather Read More
Any single mums relocated to Cyprus successfully? by kyrikit
Hello friendsI will keep it brief... I was married to my ex for less than 2 months, he left me 6 months pregnant wanting nothing to do with child so raised alone for 9 years. His absentee was given many chances to be involved but refused every time ...
@kyrikit bearing in mind how he treated you, did you actually put his name on the birth certificate? Read More
Looking for an immigration in Larnaca? by GuestPoster1224
Anyone can recommend an immigration lawyer from Larnaca?
lscypruslawyers.com/ Read More
Using Revolut in Cyprus by GuestPoster1224
Is it worth using Revolut in Cyprus?Does anyone have problems using it?
@Harmanjeet Singh UK 馃憤 Read More
Using Revolut in Cyprus by GuestPoster1224
Is it worth using Revolut in Cyprus?Does anyone have problems using it?
Im guessing thats a question for Revolut. i use their service to transfer money from the UK to Hellenic Bank with zero fees. Read More
Planning to retire in Cyprus soon by susangoldsworthy5
Hi all I am due to retire in October and my husband next year. We are due to visit Larnaca in March to explore the area and hopefully look at some properties.聽 We would welcome any advise and guidance. We have contacted a couple of estate ...
@susangoldsworthy5 Rightmove has an overseas section on its website all the bigger agents in cyprus are on there. Thats where we started when looking. 馃憤 Read More
Category F by Toon
Anyone contemplating a Cat F route to residency needs to be aware that NO residency category F application has been examined for years. An acquaintance is currently working at a law office in Paralimni and they recommend that their clients do not ...
Cat F is effectively a retirement visa with no permissions for work. its also not an investment visa Read More
Limassol or Larnaca? by GuestPoster1224
Which city is a good place to settle for a new expat when first arriving to Cyprus?
@Harmanjeet Singh only you can answer that after spending time in each place. Read More
Bank Guarantee Procedure by dvb123
Hi all,What is the procedure here to get a bank guarantee of the 850 euros for the immigration authorities ?Do we need to have a bank account, or I can walk into any branch of Hellenic Bank or Cyprus Bank?Do I need an appointment, or can I just get ...
@kevinlewis2323 just checked on MOI website鈥K resident is nil [link under review] 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 ...
@SergeDa 鈧�2800 per month is the minimum amount required to apply for the temp res visa. i believe they will also require an amount deposited into a local bank account. you will also need to prove a long term rental agreement when applying. all ... 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 ...
@SergeDa temp res visa requirements are 鈧�2400 p/m for a couple so it would be 鈧�2800 for the 3 of you. apart from your rental costs your chosen lifestyle will dictste how much more you need to spend. Stay out of the cities to reduce your ... Read More
New Citizenship Income Requirement for Third Country Nationals by dvb123
I am not sure if this applies only to category F fast track or category F slow track also https://cyprus-mail.com/2023/04/21/cabinet-approves-proposal-on-criteria-for-naturalisation-of-third-country-national/Thus, he clarified that for each person ...
@dvb123 no such thing as fast track category F. Fast Track is a completely different visa. Read More
Category F Visa Application by MacGeorge8035
Today, I renewed my temporary residency permit which went very smoothly. I did use an Agent which helped a great deal.I have heard a lot about a Category F Visa so today I made some enquiries with my Agent about applying for one. She informed me ...
Every lawyer/agent get told somethIng different each time they visit immIgration. no one seems to know anything. a change is definitely on the cards as the current聽 figures are from the 80鈥檚. But while theyre on the Gov website theyre ... Read More
Category F Visa Application by MacGeorge8035
Today, I renewed my temporary residency permit which went very smoothly. I did use an Agent which helped a great deal.I have heard a lot about a Category F Visa so today I made some enquiries with my Agent about applying for one. She informed me ...
@phildraper no youre thinking of fast track 馃憤 Read More
Category F Visa Application by MacGeorge8035
Today, I renewed my temporary residency permit which went very smoothly. I did use an Agent which helped a great deal.I have heard a lot about a Category F Visa so today I made some enquiries with my Agent about applying for one. She informed me ...
@timhuntington thats temp res not cat f 馃憤 Read More