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Life in Cyprus

The sea, work and everyday life. Answers to the questions that come up when you’re thinking about moving.

I’m Sergei Solovev. I’ve lived in Cyprus for four years, moved here with my family through my employer and work as a Python backend developer. This guide shares my experience, mostly in Limassol, alongside stories from people I know.

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The PDF and previews are currently in Russian.

pages: 76
questions: 71
chapters: 10

Cover of the Russian-language PDF “Life in Cyprus”: Sergei Solovev by the sea — Version 1.0 · October 2026

[ 01 · Inside the guide ]

From moving abroad to everyday life

For anyone considering life on the island: a look at housing, bills, school, driving and new routines alongside the sea views.

Moving and meeting people

The first few months, language, new friends and your partner’s life after the move.

Work and money

Family expenses, shopping, English and relocation support from your employer.

Home and getting around

Choosing a city and an apartment, everyday chores, cars and driving.

Family and pets

Children, school, life as a parent and moving with a dog or cat.

Health and future plans

Healthcare, climate, safety and paperwork for settling long term.

Life outside work

Weekends, travel and how a new place starts to feel like home.

[ 02 · Take a look ]

A look inside the guide

Two actual pages from the PDF. Select a preview to open the full-size image.

Contents of the Russian-language PDF “Life in Cyprus”: 10 chapters and 71 questions — Contents
All 10 chapters, from moving abroad to feeling at home.

Page 5 of the Russian-language PDF “Life in Cyprus”: the first few months after moving — Your first few months on the island
New routines, familiar groceries and living without Greek.

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