Advantages and disadvantages of living in Cyprus  

Although the island is undeniably stunning and a desirable destination for many expats, there are pros and cons to moving to Cyprus. It is good to be aware of both before proceeding.

Advantages:  

Great weather and bright and long sunny days.

Fantastic opportunity for an active and exciting life with excellent golf courses, pristine mountains for hiking in North Cyprus.

You can do all kinds of water sports on this island or even go skiing in the Troodos mountains during the winter.

Choose from the many beautiful beaches and relax by the tranquil sea.

Many locals speak enough English to make learning Greek or Turkish unnecessary. However, if you make the effort to learn Turkish, the local community will greatly appreciate it.

Low taxes and lower living costs are a big plus for your bank account. This is especially true if you are planning to immigrate to Northern Cyprus.

The presence of large communities of immigrants and students in Northern Cyprus.

The existence of prestigious English, American and other international universities is one of the important reasons for choosing Cyprus for residence. These universities are a good choice for students wanting to pursue higher education.

Disadvantages:  

Hot and/or cold weather  

January and February can be terrible as it rains often and can feel very cold.

July and August can be unbearably hot, so air conditioning is a necessity.

There is not much choice of direct flights to other European countries, but there are plenty of direct flights to and from the UK available, often with a stopover in Istanbul.

Internet may be somewhat slow or expensive in some places.

Some imported goods are expensive.