In 2016, my husband Roman and I quit our tech jobs and set off on a one-way trip to Southeast Asia. The idea was to travel and then explore the possibility of living in another country. We considered Thailand, Vietnam, and even Berlin.But after seven months on the road, I found myself missing my country….
There are several ways to obtain a residence visa for Cyprus. The process varies depending on your personal needs and the type of visa you’re applying for. Here are the main options: Pink Slip Visa The Pink Slip visa is intended for non-EU nationals who do not hold a European passport. It is a residence…
I’m writing this based on my personal experience living in Cyprus. It’s important to note that we live in Limassol, which is considered the most expensive city in Cyprus, so there may be price differences—especially when it comes to rent. Cost of Private Preschools Most kindergartens here start accepting children from age two, but there…
On Instagram, everything looks perfect—golden beaches, endless sunshine, and a relaxed lifestyle. But like any place, living abroad has its less glamorous sides. In this post, I want to share an honest perspective on my experience living in Cyprus—the good, the bad, and everything in between. We moved here in May 2021, and after a…
I know that most people mainly worry about the social aspect when thinking about relocation—the feeling of loneliness, the distance from family and friends back home. Honestly, I was also worried about this before the move, but since it was something I was concerned about, I made it my goal to make friends and not…
A foreign driver’s license is valid in Cyprus for only six months. After this period, foreign residents are required to convert it to a Cypriot driver’s license. The ability to convert a foreign driver’s license depends on the country of origin. Cyprus allows citizens from certain countries to exchange their licenses directly without additional tests….
In December 2020, we decided that we wanted to move to Cyprus. The plan was to relocate as soon as I received my Portuguese passport, with my appointment at the Portuguese immigration office scheduled for the end of April. Therefore, we set our move for early May 2021! The decision to move stemmed from our…
