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Life on the island

First steps, choosing a city, climate, pets, language and communities

Your first week in Cyprus: an action plan3 min read

Your first-week checklist: temporary accommodation, a SIM card, flat hunting, a bank account and a migration appointment.

Which city to choose2 min read

Compare Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos and Nicosia by living costs, jobs, schools and transport. Your budget can vary by a factor of two.

Pets: bringing them in and life on the island3 min read

A rabies titre test at least 3 months before entry, a municipal dog licence and protection against leishmaniasis.

Holidays, opening hours and local customs3 min read

Shop opening hours, Wednesday and Saturday closures, Easter holidays and August breaks.

Climate, heat, fires and the sea3 min read

The swimming season runs May to November, July heat reaches +44 °C, and there is a fire season — plus what to do when an alert arrives.

Greek: why and how to learn it2 min read

English is enough for daily life, but citizenship requires an A2 or B1 certificate, and exam registration opens in February.

Communities, meet-ups and safety3 min read

Where to meet people, which groups can help and how to recognise common scams.

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