phildraper
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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 ...
Best idea is if you don't succeed try try again lol 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 ...
No matter what they ask you for you know when you go back they always ask for something more hoping to catch you out. This means they can get you processed and out the door much quicker than doing the job!I have a file with absolutely everything in, ... Read More
"Hottest" and "Dustiest" months to visit by shotokan101
Hi folks,As per post title :)If someone wanted to get a feel for whether they could "survive" the hottest and "dustiest" months in Cyprus then when would be the best/worst month(s) to visit for 2-4weeks?Thanks,Jim
July and August and stay lower down the hills as that is hotter and more humid. Read More
Driving licence by pete21
I rushed to change my UK licence for a ROC one prior to BREXIT as I had read that it was mandatory, but talking to other Brit º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s I seem to be in the minority! It is a pain having the ROC licence when in the UK because the took away my ...
Just to add... I also continued to drive with my UK license until I managed to swap it for the Cypriot one. Just over 2 years!Just a note when attempting the exchange. In Paphos DOT you need to make an appointment and take all the docs they mention ... 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 ...
@Toon They are either more than helpful or just a pain but that's how it is. I work on the principle that if I react or complain there is no chance of a change. Therefore just grin and bear it Read More
Driving licence by pete21
I rushed to change my UK licence for a ROC one prior to BREXIT as I had read that it was mandatory, but talking to other Brit º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s I seem to be in the minority! It is a pain having the ROC licence when in the UK because the took away my ...
I could not exchange my UK license for 2 years as the biometric cards were not issued. It is a requirement in Paphos DOT to have the Biometric card along with all the other docs to exchange. Do not wait for a letter or SMS telling you to collect the ... Read More
Driving licence by pete21
I rushed to change my UK licence for a ROC one prior to BREXIT as I had read that it was mandatory, but talking to other Brit º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s I seem to be in the minority! It is a pain having the ROC licence when in the UK because the took away my ...
If you live in Cyprus you are legally required to transfer to Cypriot license. In addition it is also a legal requirement to not have a UK license if you are not a UK resident. Many have not transferred and given the lack of police on the roads here ... 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 ...
Not done the 70 year renewal but I applied for my UK transfer license 4 months ago and went to the Paphos Citizens Center with all my docs and forms. They told me they no longer do it and sent me to Paphos DOT to get this done.As we know it might ... Read More
Tax Resident & Tax domicile by Toon
Tax residence is a short-term concept and is determined for each tax year in isolation, reflecting where you reside. Domicile is more long-term and refers to where you consider you have your permanent home over the course of your life. You can ...
@Toon 2022 lol they are getting up to date then 😬 Read More
Tax Resident & Tax domicile by Toon
Tax residence is a short-term concept and is determined for each tax year in isolation, reflecting where you reside. Domicile is more long-term and refers to where you consider you have your permanent home over the course of your life. You can ...
@liqian201503 Never heard of this. 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 ...
@londondoc Good luck and hope all goes well for you on the build 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 ...
This also effectively provides more money as workers are paying into the state pension system for more years. 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 ...
@londondoc We have been living in Tala, Kamares specifically for two and a half years. Very nice area and not too long to drive to most places. We used Leptos now Chesterton in Paphos opposite papantonio. They were not over zealous so you might like ... Read More
Uk and Cyprus tax advisor by Neptune3
Hello.Does anybody have a recommendation for a tax advisor who is knowledgeable about both the UK and Cyprus tax systems?It would be good to have one person who can help us convert from UK to Cyprus tax systems for our pensions and also help on tax ...
@Neptune3 Whoever you chose you need to bear in mind things generally go very slowly in Cyprus. Keep chasing the professional as they work on who shouts the loudest! 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 ...
Sounds like the lawyers are not making sure there is clear title before proceeding in the case of outstanding mortgages with builders. Same with building regs. These should be secured before proceeding. I am not a fan of insurance or compensation as ... Read More