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| Q |
What is the education
system like ? |
| A |
The education system here
has vastly improved. There are several state schools
offering good education. Near East University (NEU) is
one of the most popular. From a Nursery to a University.
http://www.neu.edu.tr
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| Q |
Can I bring my pets ? |
| A |
All pets entering Northern
Cyprus have to be quarantined for a short period. Your
local vet must chip your pet and help you complete the
pet passport form. For advice contact Margaret Ray
chairperson of Kyrenia Animal Rescue on 00 90 533 863
1950 |
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| Q |
How can I ship my personal
effects ? |
| A |
There are several container
companies that provide this service and it is always
wise to obtain several quotations. Olaytrans Ltd 00 90
392 366 6540, Armen Shipping 00 90 392 366 4086 |
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| Q |
Can I do an Inspection trip
? |
| A |
We are able to organise
flights, accommodation and car hire. Click here to
request inspection information sheet |
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| Q |
Can I get Health insurance
? |
| A |
There are several insurance
companies who provide Health insurance. The British
Residents Society are the best people to contact. Local
medical care is good and extremely reasonable. The
majority of expatriates use the local treatment |
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| Q |
What is the purchase
procedure ? |
| A |
All foreign buyers have to
apply for a purchase permit from the Interior Ministers
office. This process can take between 2-8 months. The
notary that we recommend confirms contracts, produces
the Power of Attorney for purchase application to the
ministry and transfer of title, at a cost of one
thousand pounds |
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| Q |
How do I pay ? |
| A |
From the UK you can
transfer money to our International HSBC account. |
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| Q |
Can I have a house built to
my own design ? |
| A |
With the help and advice of
ours staff you can design your own home. Our Architect
will design your house for you. Please ask for further
information from Architect information |
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| Q |
How long can I stay? Do I
require a permit ?
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| A |
These can be applied for
once you have purchased your home. The British Residents
Society will provide all the necessary information. You
are issued a 3 month tourist visa when you arrive, after
which you must apply for a residents permit |
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| Q |
Can I use my UK Driving
license ? |
| A |
For 3 months you can drive
with your UK license, after that you can only drive with
a TRNC license. Once you have been issued with your
residency permit a local license can be administered
within days |
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| Q |
Where are the best beaches
? |
| A |
The Escape Beach in
Alsancak is one of the safest beaches close to Kyrenia.
There are many hotels with private bays which permit
non-residents to use them for a small fee. |
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| Q |
Where are the villages
? |
| A |
Kyrenia is the main town
East of Kyrenia in order are Karakum, Ozankoy, Dogankoy,
Catlakoy, Arapkoy, Esentepe. West of Kyrenia in order
are Zeytinlik, Karaoglanoglu, Edremit, Karaman,
Kervansary, Alsancak, Ilgaz, Incesu, Matalya, Latpa,
Karsiyaka, |
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| Q |
What extra charges are
there when buying a property or land ? |
| A |
There are extras which may
not be clear at the time of purchase. All purchases are
subject to a 6% stamp duty. The amount is assessed by
the Land Registry Office |
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