shotokan101
Scottish looking for information about Cyprus
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Scottish
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Registration: 14 March 2019
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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?
Prisons here are not as harsh as you might think ..I saw a documentary on prisons in Cyprus and it looked like a holiday camp....I would be happy for anyone to advise otherwise - @ToonWell that's the accommodation sorted for my next visit... ... Read More
Visa documents. Driving me mad! by susangoldsworthy5
Hi all, hope you don't mind me asking some simple questions on the visa. Just spent the last 90 minutes on the internet trying to find out the documentation needed. I actually know what I need, Criminal check, marriage licence, bank account ect the ...
The reason why all documents have to be apostilled is that, no matter how "official" it may look, you can't expect foreign governments to know the difference between a genuine document and a good fake copy, whereas the apostille mark is ... Read More
Category F vs Pink Slip..... ? by shotokan101
Anyone care to comment ? (UK Resident)Pink Slip obviously only "lasts" for one/2 years, though appears to be fairly easy/guaranteed to be renewable for the 5 years which allows application for permanent residency.Category F application doesn't ...
Thanks everyone - the real "problem", at least as I see it, is that if you need a pink slip permit while waiting for the Cat F processing, then you need to have a much higher income level than would "eventually" be sufficient - which seems crazy ... Read More
Category F vs Pink Slip..... ?
Anyone care to comment ? (UK Resident)Pink Slip obviously only "lasts" for one/2 years, though appears to be fairly easy/guaranteed to be renewable for the 5 years which allows application for permanent residency.Category F application doesn't ... 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 ...
@telf Thanks, Telf. I recall watching parts of that video some while ago although I may not have watched it all the way through- it is, as you say, a long-ish one. Day 3 in Paphos and I must say all the family have taken to it like a duck to ... Read More
Help me out - "Lazy Git Request".... 😊 by shotokan101
I know I'm being a bit lazy here so apologies in advance.Does anyone have any links to concise infirmation regarding the current requirements for non-eu nationals to gain temporary residency in Cyprus?Thanks,Jim
Here's a link to the Cyprus government page for all the forms for "Third Country Nationals". (Note: the form says that it's for "renewal" of temporary residence, but it is the correct form for a first application as ... 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 ...
Londondoc Congratulations on your choice of Cyprus! You have a lot of work to do but you have realistic timescales. Bear in mind that the golden visa is constantly changing and given the timescale might need constant review. Be aware there have been ... 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. - @charles533...and I currently still live in the UK. No further comment (either) 😇 Read More
Driving Licences by Toon
Just a heads up.......DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT, MESOGIFrom today 22/4/2024 To exchange a foreign license, you can still use the transport department, for exchange of a foreign driving license for a Cyprus one.Renewals of a license, or paying for a ...
Within 6 months of becoming resident..... Licenses expire when the photo expires..refer to date on licence at 4b (card)...olde licences ie paper issued pre 1998 I believe are still valid until 70.... - @ToonDoes this imply that you don't actually ... Read More
Help me out - "Lazy Git Request".... 😊
I know I'm being a bit lazy here so apologies in advance.Does anyone have any links to concise infirmation regarding the current requirements for non-eu nationals to gain temporary residency in Cyprus?Thanks,Jim 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 ...
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 review ... 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 ...
@shotokan101 Thing is Jim I agree but.. it's either comply or do without a bank account which impacts on residency applications - @Toon Suspected as much Toon and no point in challenging it in the Cypriot courts either......Jim 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 ...
Still don't really understand why that gives them any legal right to any non-cyprus related banking information?Unless it's already stated in the Cyprus bank account or loan Ts&Cs.....Jim 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 ...
It is highly recommended to engage an immigration specialist as it helps take the stress anxiety and frustration out of the residency process .. - @Toon Any rough estimate of costs involved? Read More
MEU3 to biometric by Toon
Got to immigration a little early .. just waited to nearer our appt time and grabbed one of the staff and asked as there didn't seem to be any call outs ..got in to do the biometrics photo and finger prints.. then waited for a member of staff to ...
Just received my SMS stating "application approved and will get an official mail soon" So 10 weeks so far Stupid question I know but how soon is their soon -@ToonThank you for your inquiry, you will receive an email soon, with our ... Read More