Toon
English expat in Cyprus
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About me
English
Lives in Paphos
Speaks English
Registration: 04 June 2011
About
British couple retired early and just love Cyprus..except for the cruelty to animals.......The sun is nice but can be exhausting, the way of life, the food, the people, and most of all we love our home in Cyprus - how long we will stay here is anyones guess ... who knows? Both retired and enjoying life in the slow lane after years of long hours, too much travelling, and a lot of hard graft... Usually away from home.. Here by choice, good planning, hard work and a little bit of luck.
Occupation
I am Retired. I am I T Consultant, Construction Industry Financials Softaware for Miller Civil Engineering and Byrne Brothers Formwork
My expat journey
Paphos, Cyprus
Mellieha, Malta
Coventry, England
Activity
60 day rule
THE CYPRUS 60-DAY RULE — updated for 2026Most people researching Cyprus tax residency find the same explanation online. A lot of it is now out of date.Here’s the version that reflects the rules as they actually stand from 1 January ... Read More
Cost of living by Srogers4
Hi AllWhat do you think you need monthly to live comfortably on in the east side of Cyprus. (Paralimni area) Having no mortgage so just bills and living costs on a 3 bed villa with communal pool not a private pool. Family of 3.
This article might help you ..... To identify wintering costshttps://dom.com.cy/en/live/blog/skolko- … 0160386001 Read More
Cost of living by Srogers4
Hi AllWhat do you think you need monthly to live comfortably on in the east side of Cyprus. (Paralimni area) Having no mortgage so just bills and living costs on a 3 bed villa with communal pool not a private pool. Family of 3.
@Srogers4There is a lot of variables to consider in order to give a definitive answeri.eLifestyle Social activitiesTransport requirementsWhether the property has full solarSchooling or careWorking or not Healthcare Read More
Passport stamp may cause a problem? by Neptune3
I have a visa as spouse of EU member. Usually when I go through the airport, my UK passport is not stamped. But yesterday it was stamped. I expressed my horror and the passport lady dismissed my worry as nonsense.I am concerned that I am now being ...
You can challenge the irregular stamp at security at the airport ..and have it removed or annulled Read More
Replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow by Savvas Fiaca
can anyone tell me the expected cost of replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow type house in Larnaca-thank you
Apologies for the delay my contact was on holiday and has just got back to me at approx €1400.supplied and fitted 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 ...
The key for immigration here is that the money must end up entering a Cyprus mainland bank account... Read More
Uk pensions and tax by Toon
Pensions and taxesWhat you need to know in CyprusCyprus offers a favourable tax regime for foreign pensions, which, coupled with its other tax benefits and the local lifestyle, makes the island an attractive place to enjoy your retirement years.We ...
I think so.....Taxisnet has been fine for me once you know where the "traps" are and understand the.Cypriot programs are designed.I tend to take a pdf copy make a note of errors and the corrective actions Read More
Uk pensions and tax by Toon
Pensions and taxesWhat you need to know in CyprusCyprus offers a favourable tax regime for foreign pensions, which, coupled with its other tax benefits and the local lifestyle, makes the island an attractive place to enjoy your retirement years.We ...
Yes they do , but I think they.wil not be taxed here assuming you have exercised your UK Cyprus dual taxation rights Read More
Passport renewal by evansclive
Hi, Great to have somewhere to go and get some genuine help.Thank you for the warm welcome msg.Does anyone know anything about or used theMyBritishPassport' online agency to renew their British passport while in Cyprus .?They seem very ...
The primary difference comes down to right of abode, immigration status, and how the passport is acquired. While both are official travel documents issued by HM Passport Office, they grant drastically different legal rights.Key TakeawaysRight to ... Read More
Replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow by Savvas Fiaca
can anyone tell me the expected cost of replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow type house in Larnaca-thank you
I have a contavct here am sure he will. Get back to me soon.. you might be right .but would be nice to know Read More
Replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow by Savvas Fiaca
can anyone tell me the expected cost of replacing a roof top water tank-residential bungalow type house in Larnaca-thank you
Not a bargain Read More
Rental nightmares in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Cyprus can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
Have you ever arrived at a rental that was completely different from the listing? No never, as always do my homework on a property and the area it is in. Plenty of site visits in and around it at various times of morning day and nightWhat is the ... Read More
Driving licence renewal at 70 by Toon
Now it's my turn to ask a questionMy cyprus driving licence will be due for renewal as I will turn 70 in the not too distant future..I assume a med cert from doc and a renewal.application at Citizen Service Centre. Is that all? Has anything changed ?
Cypriot citizens can renew their Cyprus licence at CSC...my uk.licence was changed to Cyprus licence almost 10.years ago at TD Paphos ...so should be able to do renewal at CSC as Permanent resident since 2019 With the appropriate forms documents etc Read More
Private pool fees by Srogers4
Hi AllHow much does it cost to run, maintain a private swimming pool. Electric fees, pumps, general maintenance?ThanksSteph
@Srogers4 Much depends on the followingDoing it yourself or licenced pool technicianSize of pool and type saltwater or chlorinatedNumber of users and overall usageHow long you run the pumps during winter and summerWhether you have an inverter ... Read More
UK bank account & Cyprus tax residency by 19kevin
Hi,Does anybody know which UK banks, if any, will not close the current account if you change from a UK tax resident to a Cyprus tax resident?Thanks in advance for any help.Kevin
As an aside to this you can as a non resident Brit still get savings accounts with NS&I.... Even when resident in cyprus Read More