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by galexinda
Wed Apr 07, 2021 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Anyone NOT having the vaccine?
Replies: 29
Views: 5896

Re: Anyone NOT having the vaccine?

Entirely up to the individual and not something that needs to be justified either way and neither side should take the moral high ground over those who think differently.
by galexinda
Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

Thank you for the detailed list of information required in order to obtain a Cyprus EHIC - always best if someone who has actually carried out something like this recently can share. Link to Application Form: https://www.moh.gov.cy/moh/moh.nsf/All/F8B5861FC3801B6C422579D7003EEFB8/$file/APPLICATION%2...
by galexinda
Wed Apr 07, 2021 9:38 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification
Replies: 15
Views: 3001

Re: Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification

I think the emphasis should be more on physical distancing and proper face mask wearing (in selected places) rather than limiting movements as these are things people can adapt to long term rather than keep being told how many times they can leave their abode which changes from month to month. Howev...
by galexinda
Tue Apr 06, 2021 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification
Replies: 15
Views: 3001

Re: Tourists will not need to send SMSs

Just as with other announcements, the original has been updated - this is the link to Update 3 'Director General of Cyprus Hotel Association (Pasyxe) Philokypros Roussounides clarified later in the day that the form will be given only in cases where tourists are unable to send an SMS, but they too w...
by galexinda
Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification
Replies: 15
Views: 3001

Re: Tourists will not need to send SMSs

Why have movement permissions at all?
There cannot be one rule for visitors and another for residents.
by galexinda
Tue Apr 06, 2021 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification
Replies: 15
Views: 3001

Tourists will not need to send SMSs - Update 3 More Clarification

https://cyprus-mail.com/2021/04/06/coronavirus-tourists-will-not-need-to-send-smss/ 'Tourists are exempt from sending an SMS before going out it emerged on Tuesday but must observe the curfew. According to sources within the industry, tourists arriving in Cyprus will receive a filled-out form, calle...
by galexinda
Tue Apr 06, 2021 2:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

Les Bean wrote: Tue Apr 06, 2021 9:17 am Sorry, belabouring the point I know, but you've mentioned having both an e121 and an s1, which is it??
Depends on when you claimed the UK State Pension. E121 is the former version of S1.
by galexinda
Tue Apr 06, 2021 8:52 am
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: YELLOW SLIP - DIP IN UK AND BACK
Replies: 32
Views: 7417

Re: YELLOW SLIP - DIP IN UK AND BACK

Information about from some companies that can transport your vehicle to Cyprus
https://www.autoshippers.co.uk/car_ship ... cyprus.htm
https://www.sbsshipping.gr/en/car-shipment
by galexinda
Mon Apr 05, 2021 9:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Annual Military Exercise - Monday and Tuesday
Replies: 5
Views: 1467

Annual Military Exercise - Monday and Tuesday

A large scale annual military exercise codenamed Onisilos-Gideon 2021 got underway Monday to test the island’s air defence capability as part of the cooperation between Cyprus and Israel. The exercise is directed and coordinated by the National Guard General Staff Air Force Command in cooperation wi...
by galexinda
Mon Apr 05, 2021 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

Thank you to all who contributed. Not that foreign travel is on our immediate plans, but clearly it would make sense for me to contact our GP with regard to getting Cyprus-issued EHICs, even though some say they tried and weren't successful. The Citizens Service Centre processes the application for...
by galexinda
Mon Apr 05, 2021 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

OMG, I'm more confused than ever now, with seemingly conflicting advice :shock: My NHS EHIC card is technically valid until July 2023. Does it remain so, or is that now invalid because of Brexit? If it is still valid, than I can delay doing anything until nearer the time. I do also have an E121. Hi...
by galexinda
Mon Apr 05, 2021 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists as of today 4th April 2021
Replies: 16
Views: 4111

Re: Tourists as of today 4th April 2021

On FB I have often said I don't mind having to have permission to go out as it does make people think twice as to whether the outing is necessary, but there should just a record of the time I leave - no need for all these different categories which are just for the number crunchers especially as man...
by galexinda
Mon Apr 05, 2021 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

https://faq.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/knowledgebase/article/KA-25990/en-us People who moved to the EU on or before 31 December 2020, whose healthcare costs are funded by the UK under the current EU arrangements (such as those with a UK-issued S1 that has been registered in another member state), can get NHS tre...
by galexinda
Sun Apr 04, 2021 6:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Tourists as of today 4th April 2021
Replies: 16
Views: 4111

Re: Tourists as of today 4th April 2021

Agree the rules must apply to residents and tourists.

Also noticed one Paphos hotel is promoting Easter breaks (https://www.stgeorge-hotel.com/special- ... ackages205) so maybe residents will soon be able to have a staycation?
by galexinda
Sun Apr 04, 2021 5:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

I believe the information in this link will answer HIC's query:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/visitin ... itzerland/
by galexinda
Sun Apr 04, 2021 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.
Replies: 32
Views: 17221

Re: S1 Form holder in Cyprus - EHIC still valid.

Not a direct answer but we were issued with a new EHIC card January 2020 which was valid for 5 years. However, towards the end of 2020 there were some articles stating that S1 form holders must apply for a new EHIC. This we did and duly received our new EHIC cards a few weeks later. ''Who can use a ...
by galexinda
Sat Apr 03, 2021 8:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Finding a Consultants address
Replies: 3
Views: 728

Re: Finding a Consultants address

His mobile number is: 99927868. I would give him a phone call first. From recent experience making arrangements to see three different Specialist Doctors I have found they make their own appointments. His mobile number is listed on the GESY website but I didn't want to give it in my initial post in ...
by galexinda
Sat Apr 03, 2021 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Time limit for changing a UK licence to a Cypriot one
Replies: 3
Views: 1012

Re: Time limit for changing a UK licence to a Cypriot one

Also posted on this site (which is usually up to date): Driving Licences after BREXIT the Cyprus Department of Road Transport have issued a decree allowing British visitors and tourists to drive in Cyprus using a UK driving licence. Residents and people who plan to stay longer than 6 months must exc...
by galexinda
Sat Apr 03, 2021 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Post-Brexit British nationals in Cyprus to also be able to vote in municipal elections
Replies: 16
Views: 3382

Re: Post-Brexit British nationals in Cyprus to also be able to vote in municipal elections

I remember voting about 14 years ago, having been told that as I had registered to vote I would incur a fine if I didn't. Just outside the school where the voting was taking place I was approached by a number of men saying vote for me and telling me which box to tick. As with many other Cypriot even...
by galexinda
Sat Apr 03, 2021 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion Area
Topic: Finding a Consultants address
Replies: 3
Views: 728

Re: Finding a Consultants address

Just done a quick search with the information you have given and it appears there is a Dr M.Michael Theofilidou, Neurologist near to Evangelismos Hospital.

This is the address shown: Globe Business Centre, Agiou Athanasiou 3, 8021 Pafos.

EDIT: He is listed on GESY as MICHAEL MICHAEL
Tel: 26944050