charles533
English expat in Cyprus
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Registration: 04 February 2023
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Revolut Account by stevebillo1
Can anyone tell me if I can keep my Revolut account that was opened in the UK if I move to Cyprus, I have seen some reports that say I can, and others say I would have to close the UK Rev account and then open a new one in Cyprus?Cheers
@Toon and Natwest Channel Islands. Read More
Revolut Account by stevebillo1
Can anyone tell me if I can keep my Revolut account that was opened in the UK if I move to Cyprus, I have seen some reports that say I can, and others say I would have to close the UK Rev account and then open a new one in Cyprus?Cheers
All I will say is you DONT need to do anything. let sleeping dogs lie. I will say this much, yes am an oldie in Cyprus-- dont even have a local account. Too much is said by too many.Let Revolute known your change of address etc as per the norm. Read More
Cyprus tax plans by telf
Cyprus' tax-free income threshold is set to rise to 鈧�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 No tell the "other half" Crete please. Howaay, see you when you get back. Read More
Cyprus tax plans by telf
Cyprus' tax-free income threshold is set to rise to 鈧�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 Hey big boy, long long time no speak. Everything seems to be concentrated to your side of the island so I shut up.Like your "political" words.Tax,---- I am keeping a completly low profife. It is completly a new world now compared to us. ... 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鈥檒l 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 ...
My friend Toon has already "stolen the thunder" -- for the purpose of residency papwerwork-- show the money and then move to Gurnsey (mine) or other good paying institutions in Europe. I may be one of the few old timers that do not have a local ... 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鈥檒l 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 ...
First questionm are you a permenent resident of Cyprus or are you still going through the hoops. 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 ...
If you are in Paralimni then just go to the Citizens Advice. They will do the renewal. Walk in ask for an appointment and they will do the rest. Very easy. Presently am in UK and will return on weekend. Will give you the eye test Dr. on return-- a ... 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?
I have lived here (Eastern Province) for over 9 years. Back door always stays open if I am out or in for the dog (a big hunter). Yes will agree with Toon on of the safest country to live in but lately have seen a spate of crime mainly through TCN's ... 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 ...
Phil, I m sure there is a problem if the passport is stamped INWARDS. then it means 90 days only and the stamp must be recinded. Never heard of an outward stamp.Suggest she speaks with Immigration on her return about the stamp.My friend faced ... 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 ...
@phildraper Phil,Have travelled with the Bio card to some 5 EU contries. Have put boththe Passport and card on the desk. They seem to pick up the card and sometimes have a look at the Passport. For the UK-- Passport required.Way back to Cyprus it ... 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 ...
I am unable to contribute as i live on the Eaternside of the island. No further comment. Read More
Banking Enquiry by stevebillo1
Does anyone know if a Bank of Cyprus joint account can be opened at the branch in Peyia, or would we have to do this in Paphos, we want to open an account purely to satisfy immigration requirements if we appy for pink slip residency later in 2025, ...
For you newbeis a Cyprus Bank account is a must to obtain Residency. As Toon said we pay our bills through various methods. JCC or directly to the Provider. I must be honest, I dont have a local account now but then again us lot have been here for a ... Read More
Need Documents Translating for Company Registration by elaeroplano
Hello - I am working with a friend to set up a new insurance broker registered in Cyprus. Our lawyer in Cyprus has sent us documents for the Memorandum for New Company and Articles of Association, both in Greek (fair enough). We would like to ...
Suggest you use my translator. The name of the Company is Multiglossaemail info@multiglossa.com> Tel: 22 270799 His name is Saro.You must say you have been asked by Capt, Charles to contact Read More
Advice needed on bank request by ngliv
Hello,We are UK citizens and have a bank account with Bank of Cyprus and a current housing loan with them taken many years ago - pre Brexit. We have been asked to provide data updates by the bank including all our UK bank statements to show / verify ...
Cyprus has been badly hit by AMLand other legislations. They have to prove to the EU on providing "source of funds". It is a numbers game and to ask the more legitimate entities is easier so when the "stats" emerge, they have done their so called ... 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 ...
There in lies the difference on the Eastern side. Request for appointment to appointment and card all within 30 days. Thanks to my local friends as well. Flashed the card with Passport last week at Schipol. Did not even look at the passport. Read More