| Education
Education facilities are available for all ages and abilities
from pre-nursery right through to University level. Schools at
all levels are available through the Greek speaking system. However,
there is a thriving private education sector offering courses
in several languages leading to internationally recognised qualifications.
It is a fact that 90% of people speak in English. International statistics show that Cyprus ranks third in the world behind USA & Canada for Degrees per Capita. Illiteracy is almost non-existent. More... |
Medical Treatment
Healthcare in Cyprus is of a very high standard. Private Doctors
and Dentists are located in almost every town and Cyprus has one
of the best ratios per head for healthcare professionals. Private
Doctors typically charge 34 Euros for a consultation and referrals
to specialists will vary as there is a great variation of Private
clinics. Most of these will accept your private Insurance provisions.
However the Emergency services offered by the state can be accessed
by any EU National holding a current European Health Insurance Card
EHIC (formerly E111). Cyprus is becoming a centre of excellence for many medical procedures and attracts some of the world's top physicians to practice. More ... |
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| Employment
Opportunities to work on Cyprus are many and varied, EU Nationals
can work on the Island without hindrance, although as a courtesy
and to help in everyday life, we would suggest a basic understanding
of Greek is learnt. You can join a profession, bring your business
over from the UK or select a whole new direction for your career
when you get over there. There are UK citizen associations which
can help you find work, and adapt to your new surroundings. You
will be required to pay local taxes if you are resident. The job
market is very similar to both the UK and to much of Europe with
vacancy’s available including electrician, plumbing and building
to investment banking, insurance. Clearly learning Greek can be
an advantage however many businesses use English and most Cypriots
speak English as a second Language. The climate, infrastructure and location make Cyprus a perfect place to create and generate a business from. Many visitors carry on their mainline day to day business from the tranquility of their veranda thanks to the modern and progressive communication links available, and many people establish businesses from the Island and simply work from home. More ... |
Driving & Transport
In Cyprus we drive on the left side of the road and cars are right-hand
drive, exactly the same as they are in the UK. Most road signs are
written both in Greek and in English, with standard EU conventions
for Sign post colourings. Distances are measured in Kilometers and
the police monitor your speed as they do in the UK but without quite
so many cameras. Cars must be insured and have an annual Ministry check and road tax must be paid annually. Cars are maintained to a high standard, so it is often a great Idea to rent a car & explore the Island. More... |
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| International Airport
Is Cyprus’ second international airport and is the gateway
to Paphos, Coral Bay and Limassol. It is located only 15 km east
of the city centre. There is only one terminal at the airport.
The café gets busy and serves only fast food and snacks. Snacks are also available at the newsagent/convenience store, while full meals are available in the restaurant and bar. There is a small duty free shop which offers well-known brands. Gifts are best purchased before arrival at the airport. Newspapers and reading materials are available at the newsagents located in the terminal building. There are ATMs and a bureau de change located in the terminal, with the bureau also offering limited banking facilities. Special facilities for handicapped travelers include wheelchair
access throughout the terminal, as well as specially adapted washrooms.
Passengers are advised to inform their airline of any special
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Paphos International Airport transportation
If you wish we can arrange a driver for you to take you to your
accommodation or you can make you own way below. By taxi Taxis are available from outside the terminal. By car To reach Paphos city from the airport, drive until you reach a 'T' junction and turn left towards Paphos. After about 1 km turn right and drive north, then after about 1 km turn left to use the motorway to Paphos. By bus There is a bus service from outside the airport terminal, with regular journeys between the airport and the town. Journeys take from 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. Parking Short- and long-term parking is available near the terminal. Information: Further information is available at the Travelers' Information Desk located in the terminal building. Airport information: +357 2624 0506 |
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Residents
As a resident in Paphos there are certain actions you really should do. You should
register with the local authority for your taxation and council taxes,
register with the General hospital for medical treatment. You should
ensure that water, electricity and any relevant complex service charges
are in your own name (we can help with these if you wish). You should
open the relevant bank accounts to help manage your money and pensions.
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