Chris Yorkie
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GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
Yes that makes sense, amazingly!I got the official tax exemption letter last year but didn't need any of that to complete my tax return online, only the details from the white medical card! Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
@ToonThanks for the info. We got our first tax exemption letters by email, lightning quick same day reply from the ministry of finance !! Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
@ToonThanks for the update Toon, that's another entry in the calendar! Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
GESY exemption certificate lasts 4 years I believe, then you have to re confirm it with the ministry of health but I think the medical card just continues. Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
No charge to see the doctor, you are limited to a certain number of visits p.a. depending on age before charges kick in but even then the costs are very cheap Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
Once you're accepted into GESY your doctor issues prescriptions as required onto the computer system and you collect them from the pharmacy, you still have to pay a contribution to the cost of the prescription which varies on the drug involved, but ... 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.
"pending issues" actually means "pending issue", i.e. your husband's card is on the verge of being issued, when we got the message, the cards were available about 10 days later! Read More
Gesy and S1 update by phildraper
I know there was a thread this was on before but I can't find it :-/I recvd the white medical card a few weeks ago so now need to finalize this. Is it just a case of selecting a Gesy doctor and register so he/she has my records or can I just rock up ...
You need to register with a personal doctor (GP), they can do the registration for you, and it is through them that you get prescriptions/ referrals/ specialists etc. You can use the GESY website to get a list of personal doctors in your area, ... Read More
Car ownership transfer to joint
Hi!We're thinking of changing our car ownership from my name to joint names. We've already changed the insurance to joint names. I'm hoping that all we need to do is complete the transfer form (TOM9?) and take it to the road transport department ... Read More
GESY requirements by kevinlewis2323
HelloOK I think I understand the GESY system Please correct me if I am wrong I need to wait until I am 66 and able to draw my uk pension then I can prove a benefit from uk to start the process for GESY.But why is it when I go to doctors or a chemist ...
Might be worth calling back into the citizens centre after 4 weeks. Ours were supposed to be posted out to us, purely by chance we went back to the citizens centre and the lady said our cards had been issued and she was able to give us them there ... Read More
UK State Pension by mbohills57
Morning All,I am new to to being of Pension age and was wondering if anyone on here is in same boat as myself.I officially retired in October last year and didn't receive my first payment till December just after that payment I received a letter ...
@mbohills57 don't worry, its standard practice for DWP to verify that pensioners living abroad are still alive! You can expect to get one of these letters every couple of years from now on. It doesn't need to be the mukhtar who signs it, most ... Read More
Electrician by garymc38
I need an electrician in Peyia, can anyone recommend one ?
Try Martyn *****, very good Read More
North Cyprus to South travel by phildraper
Are there any things I need to know if I am travelling from North to South Cyprus in a UK van containing personal possessions?
The ferry from Piraeus (Athens) is up and running now, see topkinisis.com for schedule and prices Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
2017!!! No point in checking every day whether my return had been processed then :) Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
@Chris Yorkie that should be S1 and S1, not S2 - sausage fingers! Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
@awaygood I think if you read the notes above the boxes that you fill in you don't actually fill all the boxes in, for example I have an S2 so I only fill in the first box with S1 and the medical box with my medical card no (haven't got the ... Read More
Migration appointment at Paphos by ricolo
Anyone having any luck scheduling an appointment at migration office in Paphos? According to appointment website no appointments are available for the rest of the year.
Very clever - well worked out! Read More
Temporary or Transfer of Residency by timhuntington
Me and my partner Lorna have just bought a property in Mandria, Paphos and will be there most of the year. We retain a property in the UK for when we go back to visit relatives, weddings, funerals and all that sort of stuff.The Perminant ...
The only reason for that I can see is if you don't reach have the individual income levels to get individual residency. Read More
Temporary or Transfer of Residency by timhuntington
Me and my partner Lorna have just bought a property in Mandria, Paphos and will be there most of the year. We retain a property in the UK for when we go back to visit relatives, weddings, funerals and all that sort of stuff.The Perminant ...
If you're not married then this won't affect your residency application... Even Cyprus bureaucracy isn't that crazy, or an I misunderstanding the question? Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
Yes Toon I've no idea, no-one has ever mentioned it since, but you have to get your medical card and then scan it and email it to GESY! You would think that the ministry of health and GESY might be a bit more joined together but apparently not. Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
Yes after we submitted our GESY we rang up the helpline to make sure they had received the application and they told us we needed to get the white medical card, otherwise we'd still be in limbo. That was in March this year. Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
You will also need your white medical card before you are fully accepted into GESY.Good luck You can obtain this from the citizens service centre (CSC)( you might need to make an appointment, phone first) and you will need your S1 and your residence ... Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
Well I appreciate the benefit of your knowledge and I'm sure many others do! Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
Once again you are the font of all knowledge!Thanks Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
Thanks Toon ! Read More
Registering for Health care using GESY by MacGeorge8035
Our move to Cyprus is gathering pace and we now have somewhere to live when we arrive in September. Both me and my wife are entitled to a UK issued S1 form. We intend to apply for temporary residency status as soon as we arrive, but I know this can ...
On your last point Toon, who issues the tax exemption certificate. I've been contacting the tax office but they're pointing me to the ministry of health? Can my GP do this? Read More
Refugees in paphos by alisonrich1958
Afternoon allWe would really appreciate any information on the situation in Paphos with Refugees We are coming over to Cyprus on 3rd July and have just been told that the property we are renting in Emba has been broken into by Refugees ...
Just driven through Emba village centre 5 minutes ago, looks very peaceful, people in the bars and strolling around, didn't spot any refugees. I'd agree with Toon's last post, it sounds suspicious to me Read More
Migration appointment at Paphos by ricolo
Anyone having any luck scheduling an appointment at migration office in Paphos? According to appointment website no appointments are available for the rest of the year.
Good to know... You're an expert now! Read More
Migration appointment at Paphos by ricolo
Anyone having any luck scheduling an appointment at migration office in Paphos? According to appointment website no appointments are available for the rest of the year.
@ricolo well done, you live and learn...I was just about to post that it probably didn't update at the weekend... How wrong can I be,!! Read More
Migration appointment at Paphos by ricolo
Anyone having any luck scheduling an appointment at migration office in Paphos? According to appointment website no appointments are available for the rest of the year.
You need to keep trying - appointments are released throughout the working day every 20 minutes or so, so keep logging on and refreshing the page. Appointments will appear!! Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
Will do, thanks for the help Toon ! Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
Thanks very much for your help guys. Last question for now, I hope, doi need an appointment at the Tax Office or can I just roll up? Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
That's the Cyprus tax office that issues them I presume? Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
Aha, so I need an SI certificate from the tax office based on my S1 certificate from the NHS, is that right? Read More
Taxisnet Online Tax Returns by Toon
Having just completed the 2020 tax return - we came across a problem entering the details for the GESY S1 tax exemption certification it needed a expiry date but the certificate doesnt have one as its "indefinite" - so asked the Tax ...
Hi ToonIs that the same S1 issued by the NHS that you use to "prove" your exemption from GESY contributions? Read More
Income Tax Returns by Toon
Important Update: 2020 income tax declaration forms available The Individual Income Tax Return forms for the tax year 2020 are now available for submission through the TaxisNet system of the Cyprus Tax Department. A necessary condition for the ...
Hi guys, I'm sure someone here knows this - I've got my permanent residency sorted out, now how do I register for income tax purposes. Is it online, form download or a visit to the Citizens Advice Centre or Tax Office? Can I do it myself or ... Read More
New members of the Cyprus forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 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 ...
Hi Toon Thanks for the info, I'll dig out our purchase invoice! The MEU1 form stills mentions private healthcare but I just wanted to check, I know very little about GESY. I've found the cheap healthcare option online so I'll get that ... Read More
New members of the Cyprus forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 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 ...
Hi everybody We've had a house in Cyprus for 10 years+ and we're now looking to move over (more) permanently so we're trying to sort out the MEU1 requirements. I think we've got most things covered, just a couple of queries 1 - do ... Read More