MacGeorge8035
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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 ...
@Toon I looked at the cost of a battery around €3,500 for a 5kWH battery. To be safe I would probably need 2. Then you have to fit some additional equipment at your cost to allow the batteries to be used when EAC curtail your system.i have ... 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 ...
@Toon Batteries really are the solution long term maybe not for individuals but for EAC. In the UK it takes around 6 - 9 months to install a Battery Energy Storage System (BESSJ once planning has been agreed. However, that requires some long term ... 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 ...
@telf It is still showing the total export figure 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 ...
@19kevin now that my credits have been removed right now I feel I am paying for power that I should not be paying for.i will only know if it is worth it when the summer ends and only if curtailment stops or reduces significantly. Read More
Curtailment of Photo Voltaics
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 ... Read More
Off shore accounts by derekxrp999
Hi im looking for information, to reside in Cyprus, the government requires an income of 24k euros per year..Now they expect and income in a Cypriot account and the rest i believe from an external source, however if you cut all ties with the UK and ...
@derekxrp999We have a joint HSBC Advance account which I opened after I arrived in Cyprus. My UK bank, Santander, were becoming more difficult so I changed. I did it all online, took about 2 weeks to get the account opened. Read More
Confused about Custom Declarations by MacGeorge8035
Good Morning AllI confess to being left a bit confused about sending a parcel to another EU country. It was my understanding that sending stuff to another EU country from Cyprus did not require me to complete a customs declaration. I am sending ...
@SimCityAT I thought there was one set of rules, those of the EU customs union Read More
Confused about Custom Declarations by MacGeorge8035
Good Morning AllI confess to being left a bit confused about sending a parcel to another EU country. It was my understanding that sending stuff to another EU country from Cyprus did not require me to complete a customs declaration. I am sending ...
@Toon I did challenge it and was told that those are the rules. The lady on the counter directed me to a Cyprus Post website that said all parcels whether they are going to the EU or not require a customs declaration. Clearly Cyprus post don’t ... Read More
Confused about Custom Declarations by MacGeorge8035
Good Morning AllI confess to being left a bit confused about sending a parcel to another EU country. It was my understanding that sending stuff to another EU country from Cyprus did not require me to complete a customs declaration. I am sending ...
@Toon So sending a Backgammon set should not require a customs declaration. I sometimes wonder if some of the Cyprus institutions remember they are in the EU. Read More
Confused about Custom Declarations by MacGeorge8035
Good Morning AllI confess to being left a bit confused about sending a parcel to another EU country. It was my understanding that sending stuff to another EU country from Cyprus did not require me to complete a customs declaration. I am sending ...
@Toon I understand it is no biggy. However, Cyprus is in the EU, and it was my understanding that sending goods from an EU state to another EU state should be customs and tariff-free. So, why is a customs declaration needed when using the Cyprus ... Read More
Confused about Custom Declarations
Good Morning AllI confess to being left a bit confused about sending a parcel to another EU country. It was my understanding that sending stuff to another EU country from Cyprus did not require me to complete a customs declaration. I am sending ... Read More
More bureaucratic pain by MacGeorge8035
We have been here for nearly three years and have jumped through many hurdles to obtain our immigration status, as well as our driving licenses.So quelle surprise at the latest bureaucratic hurdle. My wife needs to renew her Cypriot Driving licence ...
My wife went back the second time yesterday. Spoke to a different person who could not have been more helpful. Did not understand why she was asked for the original ARC document or the bank statements .Got it all sorted, renewed licence in about a ... Read More
More bureaucratic pain by MacGeorge8035
We have been here for nearly three years and have jumped through many hurdles to obtain our immigration status, as well as our driving licenses.So quelle surprise at the latest bureaucratic hurdle. My wife needs to renew her Cypriot Driving licence ...
@Toon yes it was to renew as my wife reach's her 70 in a month or so. We got her Cypriot licence about 9 months ago Read More
More bureaucratic pain by MacGeorge8035
We have been here for nearly three years and have jumped through many hurdles to obtain our immigration status, as well as our driving licenses.So quelle surprise at the latest bureaucratic hurdle. My wife needs to renew her Cypriot Driving licence ...
@Drambuie 😂 Read More
More bureaucratic pain by MacGeorge8035
We have been here for nearly three years and have jumped through many hurdles to obtain our immigration status, as well as our driving licenses.So quelle surprise at the latest bureaucratic hurdle. My wife needs to renew her Cypriot Driving licence ...
@SimCityAT it was to prove we were resident in Cyprus. Even though we have our temporary resident card Read More
More bureaucratic pain
We have been here for nearly three years and have jumped through many hurdles to obtain our immigration status, as well as our driving licenses.So quelle surprise at the latest bureaucratic hurdle. My wife needs to renew her Cypriot Driving licence ... Read More
Renewal of Driving Licence at 70 by MacGeorge8035
Good MorningMy wife has a Cypriot Driving Licence which was issued last year. She is going to be 70 in a couple of months and she needs to renew her licence. So I have a couple of questions.Can we renew her Licence at the Citizen Service Centre or ...
@Drambuie Do you know if you can continue driving whilst you are waiting for the renewal if my wife turns 70 in the meantime Read More
Renewal of Driving Licence at 70 by MacGeorge8035
Good MorningMy wife has a Cypriot Driving Licence which was issued last year. She is going to be 70 in a couple of months and she needs to renew her licence. So I have a couple of questions.Can we renew her Licence at the Citizen Service Centre or ...
@Drambuie Thanks Read More
Renewal of Driving Licence at 70
Good MorningMy wife has a Cypriot Driving Licence which was issued last year. She is going to be 70 in a couple of months and she needs to renew her licence. So I have a couple of questions.Can we renew her Licence at the Citizen Service Centre or ... 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 ...
@lshill Thanks, we are over in Paralimni. It is much easier to see someone here in the DoT. Read More
Advice on changing Driving Licence at 70
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 ... Read More
Cyprus tax plans by telf
Cyprus' tax-free income threshold is set to rise to €20,500 per year, following the announcement of a set of sweeping tax reform plans by President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday.The plans will see the minimum earnings threshold to pay income ...
@Toon Do you have any links to where the reduction of the qualifying period for PR from 5 years to 3 years is explained. We will have been here 3 years in September. Read More
Latest on our renewal of temporary residency
Hi AllJust thought I would post an update on the renewal of our temporary residency. We got our temporary residency in Sept 2022 and waited 11 months before we got our Biometric ID Cards. When we renewed in 2023, it took 8 months to get our ... Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon if there were subsidies for home battery storage I might be interested. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@ToonI get what you mean about investing in November and December. That's not always under the customer's control. We applied to have our service installed in May after completing all the paperwork the panels were fitted in September. It took until ... Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
Another article on the proposed new legislation, stopping disconnects of PV belonging to home owners.https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/03/25/pressure-on-to-fast-track-pv-cut-off-bill Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon pretty much, though it can be longer. I am expecting to be cutoff tomorrow as it’s a holiday. Hopefully when the tourist season starts things will improve. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@telfmaybe that will make a difference. So far this month we have been disconnected on 10 occasions for at least 4 hours at a time, normally during peak generation. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon Notifications are published here:https://www.eac.com.cy/EN/EAC/NewsAndAnnouncements/Pages/default.aspxThey don't tell you much Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon Did you watch the game? The first domestic trophy in 70 years is unbelievable. I remember the Fairs Cup win I was at the home leg with my Dad in the Gallowgate end. It's a shame he wasn't here to see this he would have enjoyed this. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Graham Waller No, it does not. When we get disconnected, we have to take power from the grid and we pay for that. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
here is a link to an article discussing this very problem.https://cyprus-mail.com/2025/03/16/mps- … -shutdowns Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon No warning was given, except a message posted on the EAC website saying disconnections would take place. But it does not tell you which areas are affected. They are normally disconnected between 4 and 6 hours at a time anytime between 8 am and ... Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC by MacGeorge8035
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ...
@Toon That is my problem, I can't build up credits when the sun shines as they disconnect us when I am producing large amounts of power. So I feel I ma being ripped off by EAC having to pay for power when I could be producing my own. Read More
Disconnection of PV by EAC
We installed a 4Kw system in December last year, and I am becoming frustrated at the number of times EAC disables the system. Since we had it installed, they have disconnected us from the grid on 14 separate occasions. Last week, it was disconnected ... Read More
Problem with Customs
Hi Everyone.I have bought some Nicorete Sparays, which are Nicotine replacement therapy from Germany via Amazon, as they are less expensive than buying here even with shipping. However, I have run into a problem with Cyprus Customs, who are holding ... Read More
Cyprus - pink slip - Company by R_Aus_1985
Hi All, I am an Indian citizen interested in obtaining a Cypriot Temporary Resident Permit (TRP or ‘pink slip’) to reside in Cyprus with my family. I will be able to meet the financial proof required for my family by ...
Based on solely what I am reading here. My wife and I travelled to Cyprus in September 2018 and again in December 2018 to look at property on the island to retire.At the time we did not find what we wanted and decided to wait another year or two ... Read More
Removals from UK to Cyprus by susangoldsworthy5
HI all Just sold the house in UK and now ready to look at removal companies. Does anyone have any recommendations? Finding it very difficult to get quotes this side.
@susangoldsworthy5 When we moved in 2022 I got quotes from UK based companies and I was getting silly numbers. The average UK quote was around £15 - 16k for a 40 foot container. We contacted Peter Morton and they cost £8.5k including a ... Read More
Temporary visa to work permit by wwwprincekamara07
Hello y'll I'm a British citizen i lived and work in LondonMay 2024 I did a register married in Cyprus with my husband who lived in Cyprus as an asylum seeker Have been to Cyprus 8 times And I'm trying to get a visitor visa(temporary ...
@wwwprincekamara077692331 you need to speak to an immigration agent they will be able to answer your questions Read More
IT Gurus Required by incognito2411666
Yip, tiz moi again! 😉I'm registered to a couple of UK gaming sites so evidently need VPN to gain access.Long story short, I've been recommended Planet VPN which is a free site but upon installing, I enter my details and it just keeps ...
@Toon That’s how I got my plan Read More
IT Gurus Required by incognito2411666
Yip, tiz moi again! 😉I'm registered to a couple of UK gaming sites so evidently need VPN to gain access.Long story short, I've been recommended Planet VPN which is a free site but upon installing, I enter my details and it just keeps ...
@incognito2411666 I use NordVPN and can install it on multiple devices. You have to pay but or is not expensive Read More
Visa finance requirements by Mjm66
Hi all my 1st post on here and I’m looking at relocating to Cyprus Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I’m 58 and wife 62. We have a private pension of 16700 between us and savings of 500k when our house is sold in ...
@Gordon76 When I opened our Hellenic account I was given a contact at the bank by our immigration agent. We communicated via email and I was able to send all the necessary documents to them prior to arriving on the Island. We still had to visit the ... Read More
Visa finance requirements by Mjm66
Hi all my 1st post on here and I’m looking at relocating to Cyprus Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I’m 58 and wife 62. We have a private pension of 16700 between us and savings of 500k when our house is sold in ...
@YorkiegirlI am not necessarily the best person to ask me and my wife have had joint accounts for over 30 years. But, i don’t think it can harm it will also make it easier when immigration ask to see your joint income if it is in the same ... Read More
Visa finance requirements by Mjm66
Hi all my 1st post on here and I’m looking at relocating to Cyprus Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I’m 58 and wife 62. We have a private pension of 16700 between us and savings of 500k when our house is sold in ...
I posted this on another thread.Here is our experience of income requirements when applying for a Pink slip over the last 3 years. If you have a civil partner, I understand you need additional documentation for the immigration process. All ... 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 €24,000 into a Cypriot ...
@Gordon76Here is our experience of income requirements when applying for a Pink slip over the last 3 years. If you have a civil partner, I understand you need additional documentation for the immigration process. On our first application in 2022, we ... Read More
Tips for new arrivals by Toon
Part ONE Thought it might be handy for newbies to this sizeable rock and also those who have been here for a while to have a “list of things to watch out for” when renting or owning or purchasing property here..I have compiled this ...
@carolelayne1 Sorry to jump into the post. I came to Cyprus in 2022 and needed a short term rental. We found it almost impossible to do for any period of less than a year. We ended up renting a property from AirBnB. The good news you should find it ... Read More
Applying for a Blue Badge in Cyprus by MacGeorge8035
I have a Blue Badge issued in the UK before we moved to Cyprus. This badge is due to expire next month. I found the application form for the blue badge here in Cyprus, which seems very simplistic.Does anyone have any experience applying for a blue ...
I just thought I would update my application for a blue badge. The process is really simple: You fill out a form, which you can get online. The form is in English. Once you complete the form, your doctor needs to fill out another form outlining your ... Read More
Cost of a new Inground pool by MacGeorge8035
Hi, after a year living in our new house we have decided to have a pool installed Before we go and seek quotes does anyone have any idea what such a project would cost. We have a budget of around €20k to €23k. Will this be sufficient to ...
@Graham Waller Thanks, I have heard of Dolphin pools so when I get quotes I will check them out. Read More
Cost of a new Inground pool
Hi, after a year living in our new house we have decided to have a pool installed Before we go and seek quotes does anyone have any idea what such a project would cost. We have a budget of around €20k to €23k. Will this be sufficient to ... Read More
Applying for a Blue Badge in Cyprus
I have a Blue Badge issued in the UK before we moved to Cyprus. This badge is due to expire next month. I found the application form for the blue badge here in Cyprus, which seems very simplistic.Does anyone have any experience applying for a blue ... Read More
Criminal Record Certificate by Walnutted
Kalimera everyone!I am new here and this forum has already proved invaluable, so thank you.I initiated conversations with a lawyer about the pink slip visa a year ago and for various reasons did not follow up.I have just re-initiated enquiries , ...
@dan bea It is not so much the offence but what the punishment was. You need to check whether your offence has been "spent" by contacting the ACRO Records office the website is here https://www.acro.police.uk/s/ You need to read the step-down model ... Read More
Trapped Buyers Latest by Toon
A recent decision by the appeals court may adversely affect thousands of ‘trapped buyers’ who, despite having paid in full for their home or apartment, have not obtained a title deed due to outstanding financial obligations of property ...
@Toon Sorry, I was being sarcastic!!! Read More
Trapped Buyers Latest by Toon
A recent decision by the appeals court may adversely affect thousands of ‘trapped buyers’ who, despite having paid in full for their home or apartment, have not obtained a title deed due to outstanding financial obligations of property ...
How many of these property developers, bank officials and lawyers who committed this fraud are in gaol. Read More
Recommendations for property websites & pretty villages by JimJ
Hello, Everyone,I'm currently working on The Boss to think seriously about moving to Cyprus when she retires, and I'd very much welcome recommendations for trustworthy property websites (I'm very conscious of the "Trapped Buyers" problem etc) and ...
@JimJ Island homes are a good choice. As for your S1 as you are eligible then your wife can be added even if she is under retirement age. You can live frugally here as the bills are relatively small.One piece of advice if you have a decent car in ... Read More
Trapped Buyers Latest by Toon
A recent decision by the appeals court may adversely affect thousands of ‘trapped buyers’ who, despite having paid in full for their home or apartment, have not obtained a title deed due to outstanding financial obligations of property ...
We have a friend who bought an apartment off-plan in 2008. The developer finished the apartments but failed to complete the roads, lighting and install adequate drainage and waste removal. They then went bust, she has tried to get her title ... Read More
Trapped Buyers Latest by Toon
A recent decision by the appeals court may adversely affect thousands of ‘trapped buyers’ who, despite having paid in full for their home or apartment, have not obtained a title deed due to outstanding financial obligations of property ...
What I don't understand is how can it be legal to borrow against the land when it has already been sold. Is that not fraud, a fraud that the bank appears to be part off. Read More
Buying a car by Toon
On the island of Aphrodite, a private car is not a luxury, but an absolute necessity. Using public transport on a daily basis is not convenient due to the long gaps in the timetable and the climate.This is why many people have a private car. With ...
@Toon Ouch! that sounds like it would hurt Read More
Buying a car by Toon
On the island of Aphrodite, a private car is not a luxury, but an absolute necessity. Using public transport on a daily basis is not convenient due to the long gaps in the timetable and the climate.This is why many people have a private car. With ...
Do you know when you buy a new car will the dealership do a part ex similar to what can be done in the UK Read More
UK Credit Cards stopped by MacGeorge8035
My U.K. bank has just wrote to me and they have cancelled my last remaining UK credit card which I have had for over 20 years. They have given no explanation and as far as I can find they have no obligation to do so. This is probably because for the ...
@SimCityAT I don’t have to be a resident to continue to us a credit card i had for over 20 years before i left the UK. Prior to moving i did my due diligence with the banks and was told yes you can keep your card when you move. i did the same ... Read More
UK Credit Cards stopped by MacGeorge8035
My U.K. bank has just wrote to me and they have cancelled my last remaining UK credit card which I have had for over 20 years. They have given no explanation and as far as I can find they have no obligation to do so. This is probably because for the ...
@phildraper It’s not because I moved here. I spoke to the bank before we left they said it would be fine. I even passed all the know your customers checks they did last year. I did have a barclaycard and they did close my account when we ... Read More
UK Credit Cards stopped
My U.K. bank has just wrote to me and they have cancelled my last remaining UK credit card which I have had for over 20 years. They have given no explanation and as far as I can find they have no obligation to do so. This is probably because for the ... Read More
Annual income requirement to reside vs having savings by psmurphy
Hi,I believe to be a resident in Cyprus you must meet a minimum annual income as belowOn the income side, you need an annual income of at least €28,800 for a couple this must all come from outside of Cyprus (Pensions, Rental Income, Interest ...
@Toon I agree, so they need to explore getting an Irish passport as soon as they can. Read More
Annual income requirement to reside vs having savings by psmurphy
Hi,I believe to be a resident in Cyprus you must meet a minimum annual income as belowOn the income side, you need an annual income of at least €28,800 for a couple this must all come from outside of Cyprus (Pensions, Rental Income, Interest ...
@psmurphy In my experience and based on conversation I have had with immigration lawyers the income needs to be from a recognised source. I am not sure just drawing down from your savings would be acceptable to immigration.I will reiterate this is ... Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy Try this link i believe it explains how to get an Irish Passport based on your ... Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy You need to look into getting an Irish passport if your Grandfather was Irish. It will make everything so much easier for you both. Before you do anything else about moving to Cyprus, I would get that sorted first. Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy On income from the UK, it can be any of following; State Pension, Private Pension, interest from savings, rental income of UK property and dividends from investments. You should check out the tax implications as you are planning to retire ... Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy Getting an Eu passport is almost impossible unless you are very rich and happy to invest a great deal of money. What about grand parents? Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy If you have Irish parents or grand parents you could apply for an Irish passport. not sure how long it takes. Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy To be honest if you are buying your income is fine you can live comfortably here on €2000 a month as a couple. The problem is getting past immigration as the financial criteria are higher than they really need to be and likely to get ... Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
i agree with Toon, i think your budget of £100k is too low to get anything decent, especially in the West around the Paphos area. You get more bang for your buck in the East, even the North is becoming more expensive.A couple of the things on ... Read More
5 year plan to move to Cyprus by psmurphy
Hi Everyone,Myself and my wife have recently decided to retire early and move to Cyprus, so have a 5 year plan so we can move around 2029 at the age of 57We are looking at the north\west\south coast in terms of locationLooking into the finances we ...
@psmurphy I am assuming that you are both holders of an UK passport. Just a couple of points. At today’s GBP to Euro exchange rate that income would be too low to satisfy immigration. At the moment immigration requires an annual income of ... Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@Toon Exactly, the bakery is excellent and some decent coffee shops, but eating out there is limited choice. The restaurants are all Tavernas with very limited menus, but what there is is fine. We need to go further afield if we want something ... Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@Toon The builder was only 3 months late delivering the house, apparently that is seen as being on time according to our Cypriot friends. We are still settling in and the village is very low key. if we want more excitement Ayia Napa and Protoraus ... Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@Toon Agreed, it's difficult to find out what's needed. Never mind it keeps Lawyers and others in work. Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@Toon It’s certainly not clear around Cat F. The last time I looked the financial requirements were still in £Cyp. Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@shotokan101 The problem is the Immigration Website is so out of date it is almost worthless where Cat F is concerned. Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@shotokan101 it’s €50k for a couple Read More
Retire to Cyprus by derekxrp999
Hi I'm retired and I'm looking into relocating to Cyprus, are there reputable companies that do complete packages visa, property search, driving licence, bank account etc..I'm looking at the category F requirements (slow application)I intend to ...
@derekxrp999 I would not bother with the Cat F route. Even though immigration will take your money there has not been a single Cat F Visa processed since at least 2021. When I enquired at my immigration renewal last year about Cat F my solicitor ... Read More
Warning of Facebook Marketplace Scam
Hi, Everyone I should post this warning about a scam using Facebook Marketplace. I advertised 2 Memory Chips on Marketplace for a laptop for a total of €80. I had a response within the day. The buyer then asked for the item to be collected by ... Read More
Disabled scooters by kaye6464
Hello is they any where you can buy a second had scooter. Or rent one. Do you know the names of some selling sites that may have some for sale.??I am in Oroklini Alice
@kaye6464 you could try Fatzcats mobility in Frenaros about 20 minutes from you Read More
Pink Slip and NHS by Walnutted
Hi all again-thank you for your advice on the criminal check. My lawyer has said I need a ACRO police certificate and to get apostille via uk gov website.Another question please- am I right In thinking that the pink slip Is temp. residency for 1 ...
@Walnutted It is a shame you are some years away from getting a state pension as getting an S1 and registering with GESY is a lifesaver. I have a similar story to yours in that I had Rectal Cancer some years ago. I have been cancer-free for over 5 ... Read More
Pink Slip and NHS by Walnutted
Hi all again-thank you for your advice on the criminal check. My lawyer has said I need a ACRO police certificate and to get apostille via uk gov website.Another question please- am I right In thinking that the pink slip Is temp. residency for 1 ...
@Walnutted maybe you should consider the Larnaca area. Property is a little cheaper there and Larnaca is a less busy Read More
Pink Slip and NHS by Walnutted
Hi all again-thank you for your advice on the criminal check. My lawyer has said I need a ACRO police certificate and to get apostille via uk gov website.Another question please- am I right In thinking that the pink slip Is temp. residency for 1 ...
@SimCityAT Yes you can providing you are on GESY and can get an EHIC. However, EHIC should only be used for emergencies or urgent medical needs, not general medical tests or investigations. Read More
Pink Slip and NHS by Walnutted
Hi all again-thank you for your advice on the criminal check. My lawyer has said I need a ACRO police certificate and to get apostille via uk gov website.Another question please- am I right In thinking that the pink slip Is temp. residency for 1 ...
@Walnutted Once you have your pink slip your place of residence is Cyprus. At that point you are no longer a resident of the UK. As access to the NHS is based on residency you will no longer be able to access the NHS. The only exception to this is ... Read More
Criminal Record Certificate by Walnutted
Kalimera everyone!I am new here and this forum has already proved invaluable, so thank you.I initiated conversations with a lawyer about the pink slip visa a year ago and for various reasons did not follow up.I have just re-initiated enquiries , ...
@Walnutted hi, you need to an apostle stamp on any official uk document. We needed to get an apostle stamp for our Marriage certificate before we came to Cyprus. This will probably be needed for your Police Certificate. check out the following ... Read More
Cyprus Proposes €250,000 Residency by dvb123
Cyprus Proposes €250,000 ResidencyProgram for Financially Independent PeopleApril 29, 2024 Charles Savva club, cyprus, europe, golden visa, policy update, residence by investmentCharles SavvaCyprusThe Cypriot government has rolled out a new ...
@dvb123 The requirement for a couple of €50,000 seems high. Most couples could probably live a comfortable lifestyle on half of that, especially if they own a property they live in. Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@Toon no neither an i not really sure not being able to get a driving licence exchanged constitutes an emergency. Might need to wait until i an arrested for not exchanging my driving licence😢 Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@Toon That is how i contacted them 6 months ago, still waiting for a reply. I will try again on Monday. Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@SimCityAT Toon any thoughts maybe you me and Phil could go and speak to the Consulate Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@SimCityAT I have tried the consulate twice, they failed to reply each time. Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@Toon what is the PETI portal Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@SimCityAT I know it is against the law to use a UK address now we have moved to Cyprus. But if your UK licence is about to run out and you can't change it for a Cypriot one because the DoT will not accept an individual ARC but insists on a ... Read More
Exchange UK driving license for Cypriot by phildraper
I have been waiting to perform this as my understanding is that the DOT are asking for the Biometric card to make the exchange. As I have still not recvd my Biometric card after 16 months it is still an outstanding task. Today I heard on Rock FM ...
@SimCityAT That is not a helpful comment. We are all aware that we should change our driving licence after 6 months. The problem is the Cypriot Department of Transport who will not change your licence without a Biometric id card and immigration are ... Read More
Car insurance by ileautomobiles
Hi everyone,Can anybody recommend a car insurance company in Cyprus? I get the impression it's really expensive over there compared to the UK, what is everyone's thoughts on this?Thanks
Another vote for Abbeygate I have always found them very quick to respond and prices are very reasonable 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.
@ileautomobiles none of those things would be great. Can i ask if you are an EU passport holder or an UK passport holder. 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.
@Toon you keep mentioning a high net worth individual.But i think that means different things to different people. what does it mean in the context of people immigrating to Cyprus. 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.
@SimCityAT I have contacted the consulate on this matter twice, I am still waiting for a reply. 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.
@ileautomobiles Hope this helps to put your mind at rest. We arrived in 2022 so did not need the criminal record certificate or the health checks but your list looks complete. The only thing we did different was transfer €30,000 into the ... 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.
@L and M That’s a disaster. Is this the Cat F visa or the temporary visitors visa? 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.
@L and M the number you need is on one of the receipts you got when you made the application and paid your fees Read More