Drambuie
English expat in Cyprus
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Registration: 21 December 2023
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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 ...
@MacGeorge8035 Don't you understand the reasoning? Were you to receive a biometric card, driving licence etc without a great degree of stress, it would just be a piece of plastic. Now after blood, sweat and tears. These items are regarded as ... Read More
Car Hire prices by Bogart99
Coming out in about 3 weeks to test the water. Any advice on car hire as the prices vary wildly. Yes I know you generally get what you pay for but prices seem to vary amongst the Cyprus only companies as opposed to Europcar type outfits. Was amazed ...
Not to mention that it would also be TOTALLY IRRESPONSIBLE! for either party to agree to engage in such a transaction. 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 ...
Hmmmmm. I did hear a rumour that you suffered from wind TOON.I ignored it as probably just "hot air" 😃 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 ...
I have decided recently to remind two individuals that their job would not exist without us "customers" Wasted my time probably. I will admit though that another individual who's known for rudeness received my sincere apologies once. When I realised ... 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 ...
I seem to remember DOT did the exchange from UK License. But renewals etc were administered by Citizens 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 ...
I find many things in Cyprus are straightforward but unfortunately it's sometimes the staff attitude that could be improved. Particularly in secure Government jobs. I'm not recommending anyone does as I do. However I can't abide rudeness and always ... 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 ...
Good morning. I found the process straightforward my GP completed and signed the form. I then made an appointment at the citizens assistance office. There was no need to visit elsewhere and no eye tests etc required . In due course I returned to ... 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 ...
I was on the permanent resident yellow slip which had no expiry date. Through immigration Paphos I am now in possession of the plastic I. D. It's not difficult just a bit long winded. Total cost 30 Euro. 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 ...
Once tax is assessed it's a debt owed, wherever you are located. 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 ...
A few in that group Peter :-Bank of Scotland and Halifax are distinct banking brands, but they are both part of Lloyds Banking Group. Halifax is a division of Bank of Scotland, but it operates under its own brand. In 2001, Bank of Scotland merged ... 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 ...
I considered HSBC recently Toon and started the ball rolling but then thought again and decided not to bother. Just my wish to simplify life for my family. I'm sure HSBC are as good as any. 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 ...
My findings were upon learning of Cyprus address and domicile UK banks would react as follows :-Barclays (closed) Lloyd's (retained) Halifax (retained) Read More
MEU2 replacement by pete21
My wifes MEU2 runs out shortly. What documentation is required to allow her to remain longer in country? She is not British, nor an EU citizen and received the meu2 when I received an MEU1 prior to full BREXIT. My MEU1 has no end date on it, so ...
At least Pete got a response 😀 Read More
MEU2 replacement by pete21
My wifes MEU2 runs out shortly. What documentation is required to allow her to remain longer in country? She is not British, nor an EU citizen and received the meu2 when I received an MEU1 prior to full BREXIT. My MEU1 has no end date on it, so ...
Sorry for repeating Toon. Your response wasn't showing on my link until after I posted. Read More
MEU2 replacement by pete21
My wifes MEU2 runs out shortly. What documentation is required to allow her to remain longer in country? She is not British, nor an EU citizen and received the meu2 when I received an MEU1 prior to full BREXIT. My MEU1 has no end date on it, so ...
Looks pretty straightforward Pete. :-The MEU2 is a residency permit in Cyprus that is valid for five years. After this period, it must be renewed to maintain legal residency status in the country. The renewal process involves submitting a new ... Read More