How Much Does it Cost to Move to Cyprus From the UK in 2024?

It could cost £10,000 and up to move to Cyprus from the UK in 2024. To get this figure, we looked at the costs associated with visas, flights, rent, shipping and other essential services that come with moving overseas.

It’s vital to look at all the costs involved with your move to Cyprus to create a realistic budget. This will help you from spending more money than necessary and to know exactly what to expect throughout the move. 

Breakdown of the costs of moving to Cyprus

Visa and Document Costs

1. Skills Assessment – If you are moving to Cyprus on an Employment Visa, you’ll need to have a skills assessment. This is just to prove to your new employer you have the skills and qualifications you say you have. Costs range from €50 to €200 (£43.50-£174.00)
   
   
2. Authentication Fees – If you need to notarise documents, this will cost €40 to €100 per document. You may need your documents authenticated through an apostille if they were issued abroad. To do this in Cyprus typically costs around €10 to €20 (£8.70-£17.40) per document or £30 if you need to do this in the UK.
   
   
3. Mandatory Medical Check – Employment, Student, Visitor and Family Reunification Visas all require medical checks. These are typically blood tests for HIV, Hepatitis B & C, and Syphilis and a chest X-ray for Tuberculosis. Costs vary depending on requirements and location but can cost between €50 to €100 (£43.50-£87.00).
   
   
4. Police Clearance Certificate – Employment, Family Reunification, Permanent Residence Permit and Pink Slip Visas may require a Police Clearance Certificate to prove you have no criminal record. This costs between £45 to £60 (€51.75-€69.00) in the UK.
   
   
5. Visa Application Fee – To become a permanent resident in Cyprus, you must have lived there for 5 years on a Temporary Residence Permit. This application fee is €70 (£60.90). After this you can apply for MEU3 Permanent Residency, which is €30 (£26.10).
   
   
6. Visa Assistance –  It’ll cost between €200 and €1,000 (£174- £870) for visa assistance through a legal consultant or immigration expert. Costs vary depending on the visa type and the complexity of your case.

Travel and Relocation Costs

1. Flights from the UK to Cyprus: It can cost anywhere from £50 to £300 plus (€57.50-€345.00) for a one-way flight to Cyprus from the UK. The cost will depend on the season you fly, the class you choose and the destination.
   
   
2. Shipping Your Belongings: Cyprus container shipping costs for a 3-bedroom house are £3,390 (€3,888.50) on average. This is for a 20ft shipping container. 
   
   
3. Rental Deposits & Advance Rent: The average rental cost for a 3-bedroom apartment in Cyprus is €1,381.73 (£1,201.34) per month. You’ll typically be asked to pay 1 month’s rent upfront as a security deposit. You should budget around €1,500 (£1,305) for rental fees.
   
   
4. Health Insurance:  Healthcare is paid for by tax contributions from EU nationals and Cypriot citizens, so non-EU nationals may only access healthcare if they have a Permanent Residence Permit Visa. Private health insurance is recommended, especially until you are granted permanent residence status. For basic insurance, average costs range from €200 to €400 (£174- £348) per person for the year.
   
   
5. Shipping Your Car: To ship a standard Saloon car to Cyprus via RoRo (Roll on Roll off) services, it’ll cost £740 (€851). This is the average car shipping to Cyprus costs and your total price will depend on your circumstances.
   
   
6. Shipping Your Pet: Shipping your pet to Cyprus from the UK will cost between £300 to £1,500 (€345 – €1,725). The type and size of your pet will influence costs, as well as airline, services and country requirements. 

Average Salaries in Cyprus

The average annual salary in Cyprus for 2024 is €22,800 to €26,400 (£19,836 to £22,968). Salaries will vary by location, profession and experience. We’ve looked at the average salaries in a range of locations in Cyprus to give a more detailed look. 

• Nicosia: €22,800 to €27,000 (£19,836-£23,490)
• Limassol: €24,000 to €30,000 (£20,880-£26,100)
• Paphos: €20,000 to €25,000 (£17,400-£21,750)
• Kyrenia: €18,000 to €24,000 (£15,660-£20,880)
• Larnaca: €22,000 to €27,000 (£19,140- £23,490)

Final Thoughts

Many Brits turn to Cyprus for a lower cost of living, warmer weather and beautiful scenery. Moving anywhere overseas isn’t going to be cheap, but if you budget for the initial costs, it will be easier to manage. For many people, the long-term benefits of moving to Cyprus are worth the expensive moving costs. Once you’ve paid the initial costs and settled in, your outgoing should calm down.

Use the costs in this guide to act as a budget, but do your own research too. You can even get a free personalised quote for your move to Cyprus from our expert team. 

Moving to Cyprus – We Can Help

We’ve been helping people move to Cyprus from the UK for almost 30 years. We are experts in the industry and are even regulated custom brokers. From packing in the UK to final delivery in Cyprus, we are the first choice for a faster, safer and smarter move. When you’re ready to move, get in touch for a free, tailored quote for your removals to Cyprus.