What is the time difference?
The island is two hours ahead of British GMT
Is it safe?
Northern Cyprus is extremely safe with nearly no crime rate.
Is it easy to buy things? Are they expensive?
It is extremely easy to buy things. Larger supermarkets now sell leading British branded products. Although these can be slightly more expensive, Turkish produced items are much cheaper with fresh fruit and vegetables in abundance. Alcohol and tobacco is also extremely cheap.
Eating out is also very good value with a huge number of restaurants cafes and bars to choose from. An average restaurant bill with drinks is £10-15 per person.
Do I need a visa? How long can I stay?
A valid passport is required and on arrival you will automatically be given a three month visa. If you decide to stay longer, you will need to get a visa extension or alternatively apply for residency. becoming a resident is a very simple process. Certain documentation is required which is then stamped enabling you to stay on the island as long as you like unrestricted.
What would the property running costs be - would they be expensive?
The cost of living is cheap in Northern Cyprus and utility bills in particular are exceptionally good value. For an average apartment you can expect to pay £200 a year for electricity and water. Communal maintenance fees are also payable depending on what facilities you share (sewage, pool, landscaping, etc)
Are pets allowed in?
Pets are welcome in Northern Cyprus so long as you obtain correct documentation from your vet in your country of origin. There is however a 4 week quarantine period on the island for all animals brought into the country.
Is it easy to drive and do I need a license ?
You can drive with your British license for three months, after that you will need a TRNC license. Once you have been issued with your residency permit, a local license can be obtained within days. Driving in Northern Cyprus is on the left hand side, as in the U.K. Road surfaces between major towns and villages are reasonably good, but some mountain and village roads are still unmade. In wet weather roads can be treacherous due to the build up of oil on the surface during the dry summer months. Visitors to Northern Cyprus can drive using a valid international driving license or a valid driving license from their country of origin and car hire is readily available. Parking is available in all major parts of the town.
Taxes:
Purchaser only pays %3 stamp duty and 5% VAT. No Capital gains tax.
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