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Moving out of current house by phildraper
I am moving out of the current rented house 31st of July and have not currently found a replacement house. The current house is a rental and when i leave i will need to terminate the Water, Electric and Primetel internet. I paid deposits on some of ...
Both are required at closure of account and when opening a new one, ensure that each have utilities in their names for future immigration paperwork Ask for the printed record of the accounts for future reference 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 ...
As long as it’s not grid connected no problem - you can run appliances and non grid circuits off the battery storage / solar with no issues Excellent backup for power outages mstronics.comsolar-power-ecoflow-streamLimassol - they deliver ... Read More
Car Insurance by karenselsea
Not sure if this has been mentioned previously? But can anyone tell if car Insurance is expensive in Cyprus and could recommend anyone?
Dash cameras New law clears the way for dash cams on Cyprus roads, As of April 16, 2026, the Cyprus Parliament approved a new law regulating dash cams, allowing their use in private and public vehicles while restricting recorded footage to accident ... 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 ...
@MacGeorge8035they changed the regulations in Jan 2026 to stop people getting plug in solar and storage - to use batteries you need to sign up with them for net billing but this does not stop them shutting off the batteries during a curtailment as ... 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 ...
Batteries can only be connected onto the solar/grid if approved by EAC and you sign a contract that basically gives them access to the stored kw (ie you pay the outlay for their virtual battery network)only solution would be to go completely off grid Read More
Wise/Revolut/Starling? by karenselsea
Could anyone give me their opinion/advice on which is the ideal one to use to have a UK state pension paid into?
Exchange rates on goverment pension transfer payments are based on monthly government exchange rates - sometimes it’s better than commercial banks Google trade-tariff.service.gov.ukexchange_rates/monthly 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 ...
On the FB Cyprus Solar page I have had a look at a Google translated English language version of the 2024 supply contract. It says: "In the event that surpluses arise, they will be carried over to the next billing period, while any deficits will be ... 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 ...
@MacGeorge8035recommend you take a screenshot of meter readings 2 & 7 before new smart meters are installed (presuming it has not being already installed) 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 ...
Is the export figure on your meter still showing your total export figure or has this been reset 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 ...
Check out Facebook page - photovoltaic solar panels in Cyprus Read More
Wise/Revolut/Starling? by karenselsea
Could anyone give me their opinion/advice on which is the ideal one to use to have a UK state pension paid into?
Wise and Atlantic bank are both owned by The Bank of Belgium Wise has.a card and varied costs on money transfers to banks or to the card Atlantic Bank - is transfers between banks I have used it to transfer money to wise /Revolut / UK bank / EU ... Read More
Looking to moving to Cyprus within the next 3 to 5 years by kjr1205
Hi I am Kerry, I am looking to move to Cyprus within the next 3 to 5 years. A long way off you may all cry, but as someone who in August 2004 decided to move to France and was there by the December 2004, 2 children under 5 and I knew no French ...
EU looking at harmonising income levels for Brits to match UK requirements UK currently For a couple applying for a UK family visa in 2026, the standard minimum income requirement is £29,000 per year. roughly the same in Euros for Cyprus Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
Widely sold in Saudi Does BMW use banner batteries?Indeed Banner's battery technology is the preferred original equipment choice of Audi, Aston Martin, Autotrail, Bailey Motorhomes, BMW, Caterham, Lotus, Mercedes, Morgan, Porsche, Seat, Skoda, ... Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
phoned friends so who bought car two years ago it’s still the same battery Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
@phildraper yes although we were not permanently here for 6 years and I took the battery off car when we were away for 3 months 2 x a year Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
Banner is a well-regarded Austrian brand, offering robust batteries, Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
@phildraper Well known brand in U.K. - sold on Amazon and most car slates sites/garages Had one on my wife’s car never any issues it lasted us 10 years before we replaced the car 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 ...
Just had a thought If tv is region set with a chip you have to change its geographic firmware (if bought outside U.K.)tv settings need to match VPN for iPlayer ie date and time setting as iPlayer recognises clock on tv firmware turn off auto date ... 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 ...
happens within the app particularly on programme change - force close iPlayer and clear cache - restart app and generally works on firestick ( I find it easier and less hassle to cast iPhone with VPN to tv iPlayer app and it’s never had an ... Read More
GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper
I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?
@Neptune3 had you renewed your immigration Read More
GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper
I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?
Will be the immigration expiry date most likely 👍 Read More
GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper
I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?
A friend used link below and they sent him a new S1 certificate https://overseas-healthcare.nhsbsa.nhs. … ... Read More
GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper
I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?
A frond used link below and they sent him a new S1 certificate https://overseas-healthcare.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/apply-healthcare-cover-living-abroad/start Read More
Managing meals in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Cyprus? We ...
Eat out for main meals - cereals/yoghurts for breakfast sandwich for lunch 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 ...
Customs let us know at he airport they were ready for direction 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
Surfshark has a very good rotating IP feature Read More
Health insurance by Kevin Thompson
I’m having a ‘thick’ day, not helped by an insurance company giving me confusing information.I’m trying to get quotes for health insurance ready for residency application and subsequent move to Cyprus,we are not yet old ...
@SimCityAT Only covers emergency treatment whilst on a holiday Read More
UK and USA on smart TV[B] by telf
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@SimCityAT They are not companies - they are crime organisations 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
This will impact IPTV as Cyta and other EU ISPs will be held accountable for EU digital copyright regulations Data - includes emails, messages, video etc 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
European Union will vote on legislation that could fundamentally alter digital privacy across Europe - a regulation requiring communication platforms to automatically scan all messages, photos and emails before transmission. Cyprus currently ... 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
Have you tried using the vpn with iplayer on your phone and casting bbc to tv I have an LG tv and have no problem with the bbc app on tv or casting to tv 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
You should be able to get iPlayer via a vpn on asmart tv (android) or firestick - ensure timezoneon devices mirrors ukYou do need another if your devices load up the vpn - though having one access point set to U.K. with the vpn is ideal 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😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
Buy a cheap travel router that you caneasily setup with a vpn with its menu and use a secondary access device allowing al U.K. services including Alexa devices with bbc sounds etcCurrently on Amazon £32 but a lot of used items on ebay U.K. ... 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 ...
The rules for sending parcels between EU countries are generally quite straightforward due to the principle of free movement of goods within the EU's single market. This means that for most goods, you do not need a customs declaration or to pay ... 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 ...
Very odd - friend did not have these issues at the Dept of Transport office Read More
Plastic ID Cards by Dee56
I have heard that from 2026 it will no longer be possible to come through the airport using your yellow slip instead you must apply for a plastic card. I have tried contacting the immigration office several times to no avail! Does anyone know if ...
Agree but saved a bit of time queuing for the scanning machines which seem to the main cause of delay due to people’s unfamiliarity with them - I had to help a lady recently navigate the screens which she could not understand due to the fact ... Read More
Plastic ID Cards by Dee56
I have heard that from 2026 it will no longer be possible to come through the airport using your yellow slip instead you must apply for a plastic card. I have tried contacting the immigration office several times to no avail! Does anyone know if ...
Agree 100% we use the biometric card regularly at airports and had no problem until recently at larnaca - we just walked past the photo scanning machines upto the counter and are told we had to get a print from the machine - which was odd as having ... Read More
Yellow Slip by Dee56
Does anyone know if the yellow Slip has to be exchanged for a plastic card next year? I have tried contacting the immigration office but after several attempts I still haven't got a reply! Thanks for any info
@Dee56 Must be exchanged by August 2026 for a biometric card -I I would book an appointment now as a surge in demand will happen due to difficultly in getting appointments before the deadline Read More
Taxes for expats in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When settling in and living in Cyprus, you will also need to navigate the local tax system. In order to help newcomers and expats ease their tax-related experience, we would like to invite you to share your experience. What are ...
Very helpful how to videos on the CTD website Read More
Update--Paphos time!! We've started the process to move to Tala by londondoc
We spent some time in Paphos in February this year. In the main, it was fabulous - mesmeric, in fact. As I wrote earlier, unfortunately at the time, we got in to the clutches of an overzealous realtor and that blotted the copybook somewhat. But as ...
Goodtime to start putting money into euros due to trump 50% EU tariffs- currently 1.192 to £ with Atlantic Read More
Denmark retirement aged by telf
How long before other countries followBBC News22 May 2025Denmark is set to have the highest retirement age in Europe after its parliament adopted a law raising it to 70 by 2040.Since 2006, Denmark has tied the official retirement age to life ...
Just got to live to collect - though they do have a higher life expectancy average of 81.6 years for both male and female Read More
Denmark retirement aged
How long before other countries followBBC News22 May 2025Denmark is set to have the highest retirement age in Europe after its parliament adopted a law raising it to 70 by 2040.Since 2006, Denmark has tied the official retirement age to life ... 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 ...
Hidden away in the manifesto and still very much part of the agenda of the Labour pensions minister (Bell) is taxing all pension income generated from U.K. companies as well government pensions Even Stopping inflation increases to expats on ... 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 ...
Not required for MEUs as Cyprus has access to EU databases, required for MWUKs as not covered by the necessary cross border access/regulations Read More
How to secure our property ? by Valmarshall20032003
Hello everyone just joined this forumwe have an apartment in oroklini near Larnaca we bought in 2006 it is our holiday home. Unfortunately Hassapis was the developer 19 years on and no title deeds.we have been told to apply for a waiver in our names ...
@Valmarshall20032003Most knowledgeable about property law and source of a mine of information is Nigel Howarth at Cyprus Financial mirror property forum [link under review] Read More
Enclosing veranda by susangoldsworthy5
Hi, finally here! Now decorating and awaiting goods from UK. We have two veranda and thinking 🤔 of enclosing the smaller. Anyone done this and any advice?Thanks
Ensure planning permission is obtained as property is classed as an internal space and external covered areas ie closing off a carport requires planning permission - point of contact for all property questions is Nigel Howarth and lots of useful ... Read More
Title Deeds
https://www.news.cyprus-property-buyers.com/2025/05/06/proposal-ready-for-thousands-of-trapped-buyers/id=00170401 Read More
Bus system in Cyprus ? by ledanhlam2008
Hi every one I am going to stay in Cyprus for 3 days from 19/7 - 22/7. I will arrive at Larnaca airport at about 9 Am in the morning of 19th July. I will spend the first night in Nicosia , it means I have to move from Larnaca Airport to Nicosia . I ...
@Sergei VlasenkoVery useful in tracking bus location - am using iOS 18.4.1 Can currently see map with bus numbers but will be extremely useful as you develop the application 👍I live in a village and travel all over Cyprus by bus and locally ... 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 ...
State Pension £11,973 invested in say a cash ISA at 5 % = tax free £598.65 in the first year Deferred additional £13.35 x 52 = £694.2 pre tax (average 20% basic rate tax payer £138.84) £555.36You would take ... 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 ...
The UK is heading for a full-blown financial crash, and nothing can stop it now - excellent articles in the Telegraph and Financial Times The options open to the government are limited to raising personnel taxes or scrapping net zero.10% of ... Read More
Hoping to retire to Cyprus in 2028 by andrewpro
Hey everyone. My wife and I are hoping to retire to Cyprus in 2028 (I’ll be 51, she will be 59). Permanent residency, pink slips etc all seem quite complex and inconsistently applied, which makes planning much more challenging!We are hoping to ...
@SimCityAT on pensions https://www.royallondon.com/guides-tools/planning-ahead/estate-planning/changes-to-inheritance-tax-on-pensions-from-2027/#:~:text=The%20'estate'%20simply%20means%20all,of%20inheritance%20tax%20is%2040%25. 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 ...
They still need the evidence they were here pre Brexit and temporary residence slip and the income plus records of expenditure for the entire period - many get rejected as they cannot show money being spent - why it’s always useful to have ... 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 ...
@timhuntington As the SP falls below the tax threshold currently of £12570 no tax is paid All government pensions are from Jan 25 taxed at source Read More
Private Health Insurance by susangoldsworthy5
HI allWe will need to have health insurance, any recommendations please?As always thanking you in advance.
Age is a major factor in cover Read More
Private Health Insurance by susangoldsworthy5
HI allWe will need to have health insurance, any recommendations please?As always thanking you in advance.
Abbeygate - brokers from soeasy Tel:WhatsApp: Read More
Increase in burglaries around Paphos by andy5m
How concerned are you about the rise in burglaries in and around Paphos / Peyia in recent years? Do you feel the police will be able to stop it, or is it set to only get worse?
New form for Temporary Residency MVIS7https://www.mip.gov.cy/dmmip/md.nsf/All/266D24DCF6C1B3FFC22589040040A8C3?OpenDocument Read More
Latest on our renewal of temporary residency by MacGeorge8035
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 ...
@magc3257 are you using the new website (confusing as both are active) https://www.mip.gov.cy/dmmip/md.nsf/home/home?openform Read More
Latest on our renewal of temporary residency by MacGeorge8035
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 ...
Point of clarification Citizenship is different from permanent and temporary residency (all have different criteria) Read More
Latest on our renewal of temporary residency by MacGeorge8035
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 ...
From Solicitors yesterday - They have, however, started to examine applications submitted a few years ago for category F they are currently reviewing application applications that were submitted in 2018 Read More
Passport stamping on Cyprus exit by phildraper
The other half flew to the UK on the 3rd Apr 2025 from Paphos. She took her yellow MRC1, her (newly obtained) biometric card and UK passport. As this is the 1st exit after obtaining the biometric card we thought this would be all that was needed to ...
We always bypass the passport scanning machines and hand the biometric card on top of passport to immigration at both paphos/larnaca - never had passport stamped but it was stamped occasionally when we had paper MRC1sIf you have a biometric card you ... 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 ...
https://www.facebook.com/share/1N6UV2DeQe/?mibextid=wwXIfr Read More
Duty on alcohol bottles by susangoldsworthy5
Morning allOn the final stages of moving. Flights booked for 5th May 😁.We have appreciated all the help this forum has provided and I have one final, I hope, question.Hubby wants to bring his whiskey collection with, single malts, now ...
Always an option belowhttps://whisky.auction/sell/seller-s-guide 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 ...
I invested in Pv Solar and Solar Thermal in U.K. 12 years ago - our feed in tariffs are more than enough to cover a 5 bedroom house from the quarterly payback and we have no costs for electricity or gas as I get more than double the kw price in ... 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 ...
I had 6 disconnection in 25 days most were 2/3 hours at peak 12-1500hrs but still generated what we would normally use in a two month period - we have enough in credit for 10 months normal usage for our requirementsFrom anecdotal sources it ... 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 ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fury-in-parliament-over-solar-energy-cuts?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2qYhrwHsK_mT_BpfC6wrreCBIjaQW8NdRbSxDAumhbNSHeEYe2K_vVQUA_aem_O1UIIy_PQVQ_tlDKIYZnYg Read More
Building management meeting minutes by makarelk
Hi, can anyone advise on how many years a joint buildings management committee must keep AGM & general meeting minutes for?
I would think they would need to held for at least ten years - with most being in a digital format with receipts and warranties scanned does it really matter if they are not taking up physical storage Read More
Mains Water stop cock by phildraper
I was looking to turn off the water in the house and when I looked at the main stop cock in the garden I see that it has been installed so close to the ground it will not allow the lever to go to the off position. As this side of the water meter ...
@phildraper 👍a lot of the properties have metal pipes in the ground that have corroded and instead of replacing the pipe work they attached plastic piping onto the pipe part which was in good order. In our region they have been out slowly ... Read More
Cyprus tax plans
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 ... 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 ...
The GHIC is tied to your National Insurance number. Or Gesy Equivalent In practice the first thing your gp or nhs hospital do is pull up your nhs record online - you can also see everything via the app consultations/referrals/reports and meds ... 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 ...
Sums up the pitfalls of buying in Cyprus -https://in-cyprus.philenews.com/insider/cyprus-court-rejects-claim-land-registry-undisclosed-sale/ 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 ...
@phildraper. It’s a fact that many who have holiday experiences and relocate then find it’s not what they had envisioned or the tie of family. I laugh everytime I hear on various tv shows - we need x bedrooms or such a size ... 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 ...
Welcome and you have a made a good start with forward planning, as time can go quickly when you are due to make the final move. I concur with above - a resale may be an option gives you the time to gradually increase your living in Cyprus ... Read More
Shortcomings in Cyprus citizenship and immigration processes
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shortcomings-in-cyprus-citizenship-and-immigration-processes?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3QaO6_ts8_bvKJdEBSOO1guAhH94V6V6XzjyYDIlbIzRs_zyiL9pnIBM8_aem_sU1U_k-jAERFfZ7X4nFUoQ Read More
Previous criminal conviction by rosievictoriahunt
Hi all, New here. Has anyone emigrated to Cyprus post brexit with a previous criminal conviction (over 10yrs old but still shows on ACRO)?TIA!
Speak or contact with Esme Read More
Electric companies by tgcgreens
Looking for recommendations for energy companies please ,just had notification of a connection date , Thankyou
@phildraper The real issue is the storage of oil as it’s ordered a year in advance and regular shipments are on a conveyor belt of delivery so if it’s not used the follow on shipment cannot be offload and thus adds more costs should give ... Read More
Electric companies by tgcgreens
Looking for recommendations for energy companies please ,just had notification of a connection date , Thankyou
@Toon To be fair my PV system still produces more than I consume and is cost effective even with the few hours shut off i would be more worried about older installed systems that do not have intelisense ripple meters as a surge in power can fry your ... Read More
Previous criminal conviction by rosievictoriahunt
Hi all, New here. Has anyone emigrated to Cyprus post brexit with a previous criminal conviction (over 10yrs old but still shows on ACRO)?TIA!
@rosievictoriahunt. Get professional advice/assistance - can recommend Esme Palas https://www.kyprianou.com/key_contact/esme-palas/had a friend with a similar situation and they helped him resolve his residency (leaving it to the individual in the ... Read More
Leaving Cyprus before immigration appointment confirmed? by Rayy72
I know someone here will have an answer to my question:I arrived on n the 7th October 2024. I have completed all the documents required for a pink slip residency including, a 12 month lease, ACRO with apostille, health insurance. Completed the ...
The problem is the 90 days - if you do 90 days in Cyprus - technically you have to wait another 90 days to return under the 90/180 rule - and Sod’s Law you immigration appointment falls within the mandatory absence period its a rolling date so ... 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 ...
@phildraper. See your msgs - for some reason cannot message on expat app 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 ...
@MacGeorge8035 see your fb messenger Read More
New visa in Spain for non EU
Not Cyprus but many EU now competing for immigration from non working with income https://www.ageinspain.org/post/non-lucrative-visa-nlv-guide Read More
Early retirement to Cyprus by Paulie70
Hi all, A new entrant here.Will be 55 next year, wife is 50 and we are considering early retirement from UK to Cyprus. Pink slip seems to be the easiest option. My wife is Filipino and we'd also be interested to spend a few months per year over ...
Was told not to scan UK passport at paphos just scan MUKW1 card on entry:exit - just glanced at it both times and waved us through Read More
Cyprus long-term resident status after five years by dvb123
Cyprus long-term resident status after five yearsCyprus long-term resident status after five yearsBy Marios KonstantinouUpdated: February 20, 2024Long-term resident status in Cyprus and throughout the EU is granted to promote stability and ...
Contact bow to ensure you have advice relevant to your situation- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/healthcare-in-cyprus#s1interestingly - S1 forms in UK only cover upto £4500 per year in medical costs for non U.K. nationals S1 forms are issued to ... Read More
Cyprus long-term resident status after five years by dvb123
Cyprus long-term resident status after five yearsCyprus long-term resident status after five yearsBy Marios KonstantinouUpdated: February 20, 2024Long-term resident status in Cyprus and throughout the EU is granted to promote stability and ...
The DWP/NHS seeks information about your immigration status from the country requesting payment (S1 verification check) An immigration status check is being made as NHS-funded hospital treatment is only free of charge to people who are ordinarily ... Read More
Interesting development in Spain
Brits living illegally in Spain to be offered amnesty under huge post-Brexit ruleThose who moved to Spain after Brexit will be offered the chance to gain proper residency under a new ruling to legalise 900,000 people.Britons who moved to Spain after ... Read More
Cyprus long-term resident status after five years by dvb123
Cyprus long-term resident status after five yearsCyprus long-term resident status after five yearsBy Marios KonstantinouUpdated: February 20, 2024Long-term resident status in Cyprus and throughout the EU is granted to promote stability and ...
Consider the possibility of being refused acceptance of an S1 for Gesy if you go down the Irish passport route - as you are registered in Cyprus as Irish citizen and thus the U.K. has no obligation to pay under the Cyprus/UK nhs agreement A friend ... 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 ...
fYI another financial impact on the latest budget https://www.gbnews.com/money/pensioners-retiring-abroad-tax-raid-qrops 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 ...
Euro bank now owns the Hellenic bank in Cyprus - they have an office in London that can assist with your question https://www.eurobank.gr/en/retail/general-contact-form 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 ...
@shotokan101 Too much - it’s quite a simple process and can easily be done 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 , ...
Each document must be an original and have its own unique apositled stamp Read More
Pink slip stay requirements by tonyjphilip59
Hi - we are UK retirees and we are strongly contemplating a permanent move to Cyprus through Category F but we will need a pink slip in the first instance. We have read many Internet articles about the requirements but some of them have left us ...
@Toon Just got a copy of the neighbours residency card and key information is:ISSUED UNDER ARTICLE 18(4)OF THE AGREEMENT 2019/C 384 I/01This not only entitles individuals to pre brexit residency but additionally access to certain U.K. benefits Read More
Pink slip stay requirements by tonyjphilip59
Hi - we are UK retirees and we are strongly contemplating a permanent move to Cyprus through Category F but we will need a pink slip in the first instance. We have read many Internet articles about the requirements but some of them have left us ...
Part of the withdrawal agreement with the EU and the then free movement prior to 01 Jan 2021 - any individual who was in a member state was entitled to apply for settled status as long as they could demonstrate the means to support themselves by ... Read More
Pink slip stay requirements by tonyjphilip59
Hi - we are UK retirees and we are strongly contemplating a permanent move to Cyprus through Category F but we will need a pink slip in the first instance. We have read many Internet articles about the requirements but some of them have left us ...
@Toon Part of the withdrawal agreement with the EU and the then free movement prior to 01 Jan 2021 - any individual who was in a member state was entitled to apply for settled status as long as they could demonstrate the means to support themselves ... Read More
Pink slip stay requirements by tonyjphilip59
Hi - we are UK retirees and we are strongly contemplating a permanent move to Cyprus through Category F but we will need a pink slip in the first instance. We have read many Internet articles about the requirements but some of them have left us ...
Part of the withdrawal agreement with the EU and the then free movement prior to 01 Jan 2021 - any individual who was in a member state was entitled to apply for settled status as long as they could demonstrate the means to support themselves by ... Read More
Cost of Living by JimJ
My research into living in Cyprus continues apace, but I'm wondering just how much one needs to budget for actually doing it. In principle, we'd buy a house in a quaint village and slowly ride off into the sunset, but just what sort of income would ...
@Toon Yes the charges vary €275 seems to be standard for pensioners Read More
Cost of Living by JimJ
My research into living in Cyprus continues apace, but I'm wondering just how much one needs to budget for actually doing it. In principle, we'd buy a house in a quaint village and slowly ride off into the sunset, but just what sort of income would ...
The income requirement for a couple is €28400currently so if you have your only place and you live in village community charges are variable - uoto €600 for local council tax per year and €40 for water per month.Electricity is a ... 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 ...
Revolut given UK banking licence after three-year wait Regulator's decision paves the way for Revolut eventually to start offering loans and overdrafts to its nine million customers in Britain 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 ...
The majority of this mortgage debt is owed to those that bought up greek bank debts who loaned to cyprus banks ( IMF and EU Bailout Fund)The debt has not gone away and as part of EU reforms tied to the EU bailouts banks and public sector jobs were ... Read More
Mortgage lending by Toon
Lending criteria became tighter during the third quarter of 2022 in Cyprus, both for businesses and households, according to a bank lending survey conducted by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC).At the same time, the net demand for loans in Cyprus ...
In wider financial markets - The currency speculators/money markets in Asia and America are forcing up the rate of the £ so they get better exchange returns on the £850 billion that has drained so far into Dollars & Euros from City ... Read More