Have we got a 'chance' in Cyprus?

[Amanda_W]

We will be going with a decent bank account to see us through for a couple of months (£10k+). Also, will be sharing an apartment with another couple until we got on our feet, thus making the living costs even cheaper.

[Veronica]

Originally Posted by Amanda_W

We will be going with a decent bank account to see us through for a couple of months (£10k+). Also, will be sharing an apartment with another couple until we got on our feet, thus making the living costs even cheaper.

I sincerely hope that you don't have the sort of lifestyle where €10k will only last you a couple of months. If so you are definitely doing the wrong thing coming here.

[voltron]

If you have no kids then i say go for it!!.. yes everything they have said is true but it will be fun for a while!!

[deks36]

Originally Posted by voltron

If you have no kids then i say go for it!!.. yes everything they have said is true but it will be fun for a while!!

i have been on this from for over 1 year and see many posts about people flying over with no preperation or research only to leave and return to UK after a short period because their hoilday destination didnt work out to be that great or rewarding when trying to live their
everyone is entitled to their opinion but please dont "go for it" it might be fun for a while but it could be a costly mistake without doing all the research unlees of course someone ^^^^^ is willing to paay your airfare home when its all gone wrong
good luck ask away this forum and its members will help you out
Veronica is on the ground their and has seen lots of good and bad stories regarding people moving out and i would say is the best person on this forum to give you a truthful account of life in Cyprus

[Veronica]

Sometimes I think people must think I am a grouchy old bat spreading doom and gloom. Having been here for 6 years I have seen so many people drowning in debt here because they jumped in without checking how deep the water is and ultimately having to go back to the Uk with their tails between their legs and many thousands of pounds worse off than when they came.
All I say to people is make sure you have done your homework very very thoroughly and have a full piggy bank to see you through the first year at least.

[Amanda_W]

Hi all,

I really appreciate your replies it is a big decision and I'm under no illusion on how big the risks are.

We do have savings, it is to last us for 12-18 months out there - my brother in law has been doing the research for about two years, we know costs for utilities, vehicle costs ect - and he already has a couple of contacts out there (who he plan's to rent a residential villa off in paphos) and possible job vacancies too.

Job's are hard to come by, just as they are in the U.K - I hope that learning Greek and sending CV's out I'll be able to get a few interviews.

I really don't want to come across as a person who hasn't thought about the risks - as a person I'm a complete worrier and have thought about all the situations - and yes we may fall on our faces and need to come back to the UK, (we have a back up plan for this) and if after 6 months it aint going to plan, we won't put our heads in the sand we'll cut our losses and go.

[Veronica]

Originally Posted by Amanda_W

Hi all,

I really appreciate your replies it is a big decision and I'm under no illusion on how big the risks are.

We do have savings, it is to last us for 12-18 months out there - my brother in law has been doing the research for about two years, we know costs for utilities, vehicle costs ect - and he already has a couple of contacts out there (who he plan's to rent a residential villa off in paphos) and possible job vacancies too.

Job's are hard to come by, just as they are in the U.K - I hope that learning Greek and sending CV's out I'll be able to get a few interviews.

I really don't want to come across as a person who hasn't thought about the risks - as a person I'm a complete worrier and have thought about all the situations - and yes we may fall on our faces and need to come back to the UK, (we have a back up plan for this) and if after 6 months it aint going to plan, we won't put our heads in the sand we'll cut our losses and go.

Its a refreshing change to have someone who has thought about everything and made sure they have enough funds to keep them going.

I wish you luck.

[deks36]

Back on topic. Everyone has a chance you just have to make sure you do your homework and have enough funds to survive for upto a year while you settle in and source employment
not having children is a plus in this situation as there will be no need to sort schools etc and 2 can live cheaper than a family also having a home already sorted will save on finances
I wish anyone who wants to change their lives the best of luck
as siad before this forum is here to help and has many experienced members who can advise on most aspects of what to expect and look for

[freddy123]

Absolutly stay put in uk, if you got a good job then even more so, jobs are hard to find even with your level of expertise in Sunny Cyprus ok if you are retireing but if you need an income please try and get over for an extra long holiday and really do your homework.

Regards freddy

[Amanda_W]

Hi Freddie,

Are you a new expat in Cyprus? Or just new to this forum?

Have you come across problems in seeking employment ect? Sorry to pry, just your post struck a cord.