What happens if you move to Cyprus and live in Cyprus?
What happens if you move to Cyprus and live in Cyprus?
If you are living in Cyprus or move there permanently before 31 December 2020, you’ll have life-long healthcare rights in Cyprus as you do now, provided you remain legally resident. You must be properly registered for healthcare as a resident in Cyprus, as well as registering, where necessary, with a health insurer.
What happens if you leave Cyprus before 1 January 2021?
If you were legally resident in Cyprus before 1 January 2021, your rights will be protected by the Withdrawal Agreement. You should check that you are correctly registered and should get a new residence document to evidence your rights. You should also read our guidance on living in Europe.
Is it worth it to live in Cyprus?
Living in Cyprus and enjoying the exceptional weather sounds like a very solid foundation for an enjoyable life. And it is. However, many guides similar to this have a tendency to primarily highlight the positives. This of course results in a presentation of living in Cyprus that is a bit rosier than it should be.
Where can I apply for permanent residency in Cyprus?
You can apply for temporary residency status from the Ministry of the Interior, Civil Registry and Migration Department. After living in Cyprus for more than 5 years, can apply for permanent residency status.
If you are living in Cyprus or move there permanently before 31 December 2020, you’ll have life-long healthcare rights in Cyprus as you do now, provided you remain legally resident. You must be properly registered for healthcare as a resident in Cyprus, as well as registering, where necessary, with a health insurer.
If you were legally resident in Cyprus before 1 January 2021, your rights will be protected by the Withdrawal Agreement. You should check that you are correctly registered and should get a new residence document to evidence your rights. You should also read our guidance on living in Europe.
Can you get a UK driving licence if you live in Cyprus?
If you are resident in Cyprus, you should exchange your UK licence for a Cypriot one. For information on driving in Cyprus, read the guidance on: You can use your Cypriot licence in the UK for short visits, or exchange it for a UK licence without taking a test.
Do you need to tell the UK government that you live in Cyprus?
You will need to tell the UK government offices that deal with your benefits, pension and tax if you are moving or retiring abroad. You may still be able to claim some UK benefits like child and disability benefits if you live in Cyprus.