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Practical guides for life in Cyprus
Your Cyprus Starting Point: All Guides, All Numbers, Everything in One Place
The go-to overview for expats in Cyprus: key emergency numbers, official links, and all Pundo guides organised by topic.
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Drink Driving in Cyprus: Limits, Penalties and What Actually Happens
What the law allows, how police checkpoints work, and how to get home safely after a night at the taverna.
5 min read
Registering Your Car in Cyprus
Step-by-step guide to vehicle registration in Cyprus: technical inspection at AMSMO, insurance, and registration at the RTD.
6 min read
Opening a Bank Account in Cyprus: What Actually Works
How to open a bank account in Cyprus, why it's harder than expected, and which alternatives are worth your time.
7 min read
Emergency Numbers in Cyprus: What You Actually Need
All the essential emergency numbers, links and services in Cyprus — police, ambulance, night pharmacies, breakdown assistance and more.
5 min read
Windows & Doors in Cyprus: Sliding Frames, Mosquito Nets and Heat Protection
Why Cypriot windows rarely seal properly, when mosquito nets are a must, and how to manage heat and noise in your home.
6 min read
GESY: Cyprus's Public Healthcare System Explained for Expats
Who's covered, what it costs, and why so many expats still go private. The honest guide to GESY.
7 min read
Dogs in Cyprus: Rules, Daily Life and Practical Tips
What dog owners in Cyprus really need to know — from registration to beach visits, straight from everyday experience.
6 min read
Internet in Cyprus: Providers, Wireless and Why the Backbone Matters
DSL, fibre, LTE home internet and Starlink — which provider works where, what the backbone problem really means, and how to stay connected in rural Cyprus.
8 min read
Cats in Cyprus: History, Street Life and How to Help
Why Cyprus has so many stray cats, what a clipped ear means, and where expats can get involved — honest and practical.
9 min read
Buying Local in Cyprus: What Your Purchase Really Does
Why Amazon and Temu often cost more than you think in Cyprus – and what shopping at the local store actually means for you and the island.
7 min read
KTEO in Cyprus: Your Guide to the Vehicle Roadworthiness Test
What the KTEO is, when it's due, what it costs — and what happens if you let it lapse. With an international comparison.
7 min read
What is a Mukhtar?
A Mukhtar is the elected community representative in Cyprus. Learn what they do and when you need to contact one as an expat.
4 min read
Parcel Lockers in Cyprus: Collect Your Packages Without Being Home
Self-service parcel lockers in Cyprus: BoxNow, ACS Smartpoint, Skroutz Point and Parcel24 — who offers what, where and how.
5 min read
Solar PV in Cyprus: What You Really Need to Know
Installing a solar PV system in Cyprus — system types, permits, smart meters, the new 2026 billing model, and whether battery storage is worth it.
9 min read
Pundo MCP Server — Connect Your AI Assistant
Link Claude Desktop, Cursor or openclaw to your Pundo account — and let your AI assistant search for products and shops directly.
4 min read
Getting Your Tax Number in Cyprus: The TIC Explained
Your Cyprus Tax Identification Code (TIC) is required for employment, banking, and most official processes. Here's how to get it without the runaround.
5 min read
Street Names & Navigation in Cyprus: What GPS Won't Tell You
Addresses in Cyprus work differently than you'd expect. Here's how to actually get around — with Waze, landmarks, and a little local knowledge.
6 min read
Drinking Water in Cyprus: What Comes Out of the Tap — and What Doesn't
Tap water, 18-litre containers, water dispensers, and tanker lorries — how drinking water in Cyprus actually works.
5 min read
Saving Water in Cyprus: Use Less, Pay Less
Cyprus is the driest country in the EU – and water is one of the real cost factors here. What actually helps to reduce your consumption.
7 min read
Water at Home in Cyprus: The Tank, Solar Collectors, and Filters
A white roof tank, solar collectors, and very hard water — what every new arrival needs to know about home water systems in Cyprus.
7 min read
The Yellow Slip: Your Proof of Residency in Cyprus
Everything EU citizens need to know about the Registration Certificate – documents, process, common pitfalls, and why life without it gets complicated fast.
7 min read
