Work Permits

JamesB


Joined: 07/02/2007
Posts: 354


Message Posted:
07/02/2007 11:59

Moving out at the end of the summer, but will have to work not retire! How do I go on getting a work permit, or start business e.t.c?

Izzet



Joined: 01/12/2006
Posts: 484


Message Posted:
07/02/2007 12:56

Please read our article on that:



http://www.cyprus44.com/property/work-permit.asp

sungoddess



Joined: 16/12/2006
Posts: 44


Message Posted:
07/02/2007 15:32

Come and join us in the sun, James! With the way British pensions are going, more of us are working out here anyway! Language need not be a barrier either, as there are lots of opportunities amongst the English-speaking residents here, and that include many Turkish Cypriots. My hint is to look for a year round business opportunity, one that doesn't just depend on the summer trade, as more and more people are now enjoying a North Cyprus holiday during the winter months. The TRNC villa owners forum ( http://groups.msn.com/TRNCvillaowners) will give you some clues as to what skills ex-pats are looking for out here.

JamesB


Joined: 07/02/2007
Posts: 354


Message Posted:
07/02/2007 16:04

Thanks Izzet, The way I understand it from your article I'd need to either go through an employer or go through a solicitor to start up a company, Yes.

Rather than just fill in the forms with the correct department.



Thanks Sungoddess, from your profile I see your only in your thirties - thought you were a pensioner from your post - Would be interested in how your move.

Regards J

sungoddess



Joined: 16/12/2006
Posts: 44


Message Posted:
07/02/2007 16:20

Not a pensioner by a long chalk! Just saying that people I know who have 'retired' to TRNC often do a little work as well to help with the income.



I moved to North Cyprus for the sun and the lifestyle, and yes, like all moves abroad, it does take lots of planning beforehand. The British Residents Association produce a neat little booklet on moving to North Cyprus; http://www.brstrnc.com. You have to send them a cheque rather than pay online, but it's worth the wait. Some of the info is a little out of date, so feel free to check any details here at this forum. I'm always happy to help where I can, and Izzet is a goldmine of useful information on North Cyprus!