{"id":17245,"date":"2017-10-11T23:44:00","date_gmt":"2017-10-12T03:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/?p=17245"},"modified":"2020-09-12T03:14:15","modified_gmt":"2020-09-12T08:14:15","slug":"working-abroad-cyprus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/working-abroad-cyprus\/","title":{"rendered":"Working Abroad in Cyprus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Working Abroad in Cyprus.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For those dreaming of leaving their mundane lives behind and relocating overseas, there\u2019s never been a better time! The world is vast and there are many amazing countries to choose from to become an expat in, whether your reasons are for changes in climate, lifestyle, culture, or job opportunities. As you scour the globe for potential landing spots, consider the tiny island nation of Cyprus. Situated in the eastern Mediterranean, south of Turkey and west of Syria and Lebanon, Cyprus is an expat hub for so many reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n

To start, Cyprus is a member of the EU, providing the infrastructure and first-world atmosphere associated with countries such as France and Germany. In addition, Cyprus has very low crime rates and is the 5<\/span>th<\/span> safest country in the world. Pair this with beautiful weather, friendly people, and a population where 80% speak English, and you have the makings of a great new home. Unless you plan on retiring in Cyprus (which has a great program with some fantastic perks), you\u2019ll need to support yourself in the country. In order to do this, you need some form of legal documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n

In most cases, this will come in the form of a temporary residency permit, granting you the right to live for five years (renewable) and work abroad in Cyprus. There are a few main types of temporary residency permits to apply for, depending on your intended employment:<\/span><\/p>\n