YOUR NEW LIFE IN CYPRUS

1. YOUR NEW LIFE IN CYPRUS

2. SLV ESTATES LTD. : • Established in 1999 • We are fully independent and source the most suitable properties for our clients • family run property business • With over 15 years of experience in living and working in Cyprus we have been selling, sourcing and renting properties successfully to people from all over the world • We have offices in both the UK and Cyprus • We now specialise in providing a wide spectrum of services within the property market, cover domestic and commercial, as well as land options • Our company is a fully member of the AIPP (Association of International Property Professionals) and member of Federation of small Business in the UK WHO ARE WE ?

3. Population: • About 1.1 million • Third biggest Mediterranean Sea Capital city: Nicosia Time: GMT +2 Main spoken language: • Greek • almost 80% of Cypriots speak English fluently Transport and driving: • Traffic in Cyprus drives on the left-hand side • 2 Airports on the Island • Public transport consists of buses and taxis Electricity: Three square pin plugs, as used in UK Republic of Cyprus

4. Reasons to BUY in Cyprus

5. Summertime from: May to September • Crystal clear water & sandy beaches • Around 340 Days of Sun in Cyprus • The climate is hot and dry, and only occasionally punctuated by sporadic showers • The winter in Cyprus is very short and mild • Average winter temperatures around 16°C for 5-6 hours of sunlight per day • Mild winters and dry hot summers, make the island a beautiful place to live year round The Weather in Cyprus - Temperatures Average Number of Rainy Days SUNNY WEATHER

6. The Cypriot lifestyle is fairly relaxed • "siga, siga" – “slowly, slowly” is the island's unofficial motto • The culture in Cyprus is broadly marked by extreme respect, honour and humility • Cyprus is characterized by its mediterranean and fresh cuisine • The costs of accommodation, communications, education and healthcare are all fairly low and of good quality • A lot less bureaucracy than in the UK • Extremely low crime rate • Good infrastructure • The mountains are in arm's reach DAILY LIFE & CULTURE

7. Cyprus has state-sponsored education as well as private and international schools • Most expats living in Cyprus, especially those whose first language is English, send their children to private international schools • Obvious benefits of these institutions is that children will be surrounded by others who speak their language • Students on a international school will often have a better selection of extra-curricular activities to take part in • Private schools are present in all of the country's larger cities (Paphos, Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca) • Tuition ranging from 2,000 to 8,000 Euro per year depending on the age of the child and the requirements of the school Education

8. Healthcare in Cyprus is cheap and effective • The Cyprus healthcare system is divided into public and private sectors • Public healthcare is either inexpensive or free ( For EU Citizens) • even private health care costs can be relatively affordable • state-funded and private hospitals can be found in all of Cyprus's major cities • Doctors working in both sectors of the medical industry are often trained overseas and speak an acceptable level of English Medicalcare & Health

9. Capital gains from the sale of immovable property situated outside Cyprus is tax exempt • You only pay 5% tax on your pension • The Central Bank of Cyprus oversees and licenses all banks on the island • ATMs are widespread in Cyprus and can be found in most towns and large villages • Most banks offer Internet banking facilities in English • Opening a bank account in Cyprus is easy.These documents are required to open an account: • A valid passport or, for EU citizens, an identity card bearing a signature and photo • Proof of address, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement • A reference letter from the applicant’s previous bank giving information about their credit rating BANKING & MONEY

10. Cyprus has become an attractive and reputable, long established international business centre • The employment of foreigners in Cyprus is overseen by the Department of Labour • EU citizens can work in Cyprus without any restrictions • Aside from tourism, the economy relies on shipping, the service industry and energy • there are various agencies, and local newspapers/websites which advertise the latest vacancies WORK & PLAY

11. The sun shines for approximately 340 days of the year • There is virtually no crime, no vandalism, no pollution and no traffic congestion • Everyone drives on the left side of the road • 80% of cypriots speak english • You can claim your pension and have it sent to Cyprus 5% • The law is based on British law • Cyprus has advanced medical care.Almost everybody is insured at cheaper and better rates and services, than UK!! • Cyprus enjoys lovely sea and mountain • Cyprus beaches are among the best beaches Europe • Cyprus is one of the three countries all over the world where you can snow, ski and swim in the same day Top 10 Reasons to BUY in Cyprus

12. Please don't hesitate to contact us for any questions ! UK OFFICE DARTMOUTH Paul Roy Hann Cheryl Hann +44 (0) 7885598228 +44 (0) 1803 834398 CYPRUS OFFICE PISSOURI Scott Toulson Kristina Holmes +357 (0) 22007551 +357 (0) 25212195 +357 (0) 96339688  Cheryl Hann Operations Director Still not convinced ?