Expat Guide to Living in Cyprus

Whether you're already living in Cyprus or preparing to move to Cyprus, our Expat Guide to Living in Cyprus offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Cyprus. For answers to specific questions, visit our Cyprus Forum to talk with expats in Cyprus.

Living Out the Recession in Cyprus

With the economy in serious trouble, many people are researching new overseas destinations to live out the recessions with a lower cost of living and getter lifestyle. John Williamson explains why Cyprus should be on everyone's shortlist.

Working Abroad: Paphos, Cyprus

A member of ExpatExchange shares his experiences finding a job, learning the language and moving to Pahpos, Cyprus.

Healthcare Tips for Expats in Parlimni, Cyprus in Paralimni

An expat in Paralimni, Cyprus discusses healthcare in the Paralimni area. There is a public hospital nearby, 5 clinics and numerous pharmacies with lower cost prescriptions. She recommends that expats shop around for health insurance.

More Culture Shock Reports for Cyprus

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Cyprus handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Cyprus:

Culture Shock in Frenaros, Cyprus

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More Living in Cyprus Reports

What are people's priorities in Cyprus - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Cyprus:

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More Moving to Cyprus Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Cyprus? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Cyprus? Below are some of the responses from expats in Cyprus:

Moving to Frenaros, Cyprus

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International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Cyprus with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Cyprus, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality of Living in Cyprus Reports

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Cyprus. If you are already living in Cyprus, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not. Below are some of the reports from expats in Cyprus:

Dream vs. Reality of Living in Frenaros, Cyprus

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Cyprus by taking our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby in Cyprus Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Cyprus? Below are some of the reports from expats in Cyprus:

Having a Baby in Paphos, Cyprus

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Working in Cyprus Reports

What's it like to find a job in Cyprus? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Cyprus? Below are some of the reports from expats in Cyprus:

Working in Limassol, Cyprus

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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Cyprus Forum
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Living in Cyprus Guide

Guide to Living in Cyprus covering expat life, local culture, finding a home, diversity and more.