Hello,
I am very interested in moving to Cyprus, but I know it's very difficult for Americans to do so. How were you able to move/work there legally, other than marrying an EU citizen? Any tips will be highly appreciated! Thank you.
Question for my fellow Americans living in Cyprus
serene1
25 June 2011 18:21:33
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nickanas
11 July 2011 11:20:31
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Hi.
I accidentally came across your post.
I am from Boston Mass and currently work in Cyprus.
The place is swarming with aliens, especially in the tourist industry (for Caucasians), most I may add from non EE countries. So, by judging from that, it can't be that hard. I now for a fact that you have to apply for a working permit which you get for about a year with an option to renew.
If I were you, I would get in touch with a Cypriot embassy/consulate in the States and find out about the paperwork. You may even apply locally.
Hope I helped.
Nick
serene1
13 July 2011 15:34:43
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Thanks Nick for your reply. If I am not mistaken, the employer has to apply for a work permit for you and that is almost to near impossible for an American unless it's a job that none of the locals are qualified to do.
Do you happen to know of any work exchange programs in Cyprus? I looked in wwoof.org, helpx.net, and workaway.net....but Cyprus was not listed.
Thanks,
Serene
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