Is it safe to buy property in northern Cyprus?
The good news is that as the years have passed, various new regulations have been passed which have made a sensible new property purchase in North Cyprus increasingly safe and worry-free – with no more risks with a North Cyprus property than in any other overseas property destination.
Is Kyrenia safe?
The North is perfectly safe and has a far lower crime rate than the South, probably because there are less tourists. There is no threat from Syria, and indeed you would be at far greater risk walking the streets in London or any other city. The Turkish Cypriots are secular and are not religious at all.
Why is TRNC not Recognised?
Northern Cyprus is recognised only by Turkey, a country which facilitates many of its contacts with the international community. However, due to pressure from Greece and the Republic of Cyprus, this aid coming from EU funds cannot be used on Greek Cypriot land and property nor on public bodies.
What areas are in the north of Cyprus?
Northern Cyprus is divided into six districts: Lefkoşa, Gazimağusa, Girne, Güzelyurt, İskele and Lefke.
Can I sell my land in northern Cyprus?
Any purchased property abroad, including in property in Northern Cyprus, should be easy to sell at any given time. This is an important issue when buying property abroad. In Northern Cyprus, title deeds for property make it so much easier to sell it in the future.
Is Cyprus a good place to retire?
Cyprus is a great place to live both for families and retirees. The cost of living in Cyprus is generally lower, taxes are more lenient and the property prices are generally cheaper than in the UK. The lifestyle is typically Mediterranean with its slow laidback pace and “enjoy the moment” attitude.
Why is Famagusta forbidden?
However, the resort was fenced off by the Turkish military and has been a ghost town ever since. A UN resolution of 1984 calls for the handover of Varosha to UN control and prohibits any attempt to resettle it by anyone other than those who were forced out. It’s a ghost town.”
What language do they speak in North Cyprus?
Turkish
Northern Cyprus/Official languages
BBC – Languages – Languages. Cyprus has two official languages: Greek and Turkish. The island is divided into two, and the Cypriot Turks live to the north, the Greek Cypriots to the south. Around 2.7% of each also speak the minority languages Armenian and Arabic, and most of these also speak Greek.
Does UK Recognise North Cyprus?
The ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ is not recognised by the British government.
Is TRNC part of EU?
On May 1st, 2004, the Republic of Cyprus became a full member of the European Union (EU) on behalf of the whole island. The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), which is not recognized as a member state, is within the European Union borders but it is outside the territory of the internal market.
Where do expats live in northern Cyprus?
Famagusta is a large town on the east coast of Cyprus. It’s just over an hour’s drive from Kyrenia and another popular destination for expats. It is the capital of the Gazimağusa District of Northern Cyprus and a fascinating mix of the ancient walled city and new developments.