Any tips on Cyprus?

Question

I'll be going to live in Cyprus at the beginning of March. Anybody got any tips or info about the Cyprus way of life?

Answer 1

There a good choice of shops and supermarkets in Cyprus, so shopping won't be a problem. Some things here like utility bills, council tax and phone calls are quite cheap compared to the UK, but expect to pay more than you might in the UK for things like toiletries and furnishings. If you're shipping over electrical goods from the UK, bear in mind that most DVDs available to rent or buy are region 1 and 3, which means that you need to have a multi-region player.

Dependant on what part of the island you are moving to, it can be very busy with tourists in the summer months and then absolutely dead during the winter.

As some one else has already mentioned, wages in Cyprus are very low. For example, working in an office you could expect to earn around CY £400-£500 per month. Unless your employer pays it to you direct, you will have to claim your holiday pay from the Social Insurance. It's based on how much you have contributed for the year and then is generally paid to you the following August. (That's been my experience anyway). Obviously if you can speak Greek this will increase your potential earnings and greatly improve your employment options.

If you're bringing pets don't worry about them, most settle in pretty quickly. I don't have children, so can't advise you about schooling etc.

Take out medical insurance. Cyprus is not yet a full member of the EU so doesn't have to provide free medical care to all EU citizens yet, though I believe they do in emergency cases. A visit to a doctor will cost around £10-£20. Dentistry is much cheaper than the UK, even private dentistry.

Most things in Cyprus happen at a very leisurely pace, so learn to be patient.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I lived in Cyprus for one year (in Limassol), and really enjoyed it. There is a huge expat community, mostly retired people. If you want to find work there though it will be difficult. I struggled for a few months to find a job. The locals speak excellent English so it is difficult for native English speakers to get a working visa.
Try to join a club run by expats. You will find details in the local newspapers.
Day to day life is very relaxed, with many people having a siesta mid- afternoon. At night it is very lively, especially in the holiday resorts.

Answer 4

i loved it when i went there a number of years back, there is a waterpark near ayia napa called water world, it's good fun and next door to it is a go kart track. even though i can't swim i felt safe enough to go on the rides as there is a large number of lifeguards.
we stayed in protaras which is lovely with a lot to do and see

Answer 5

Oh------------you'll love Cyprus, if you like sun sea sand and also delicious food, and the ancient ruins and the nights in the clubs and the------------Oh I can't go on, I'm getting jealous!!

Answer 6

i once went to protaras never would go to cyprus again.I find them so rude.I cant stand cypriots

Answer 7

simple life.....tipical mediterraneum country...