Moving from Pakistan
Pakistan vs 
Cyprus
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To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about
EUR 932 a month in Cyprus (US$1,040)
Everyday prices in Cyprus are about 2.9× Pakistan's.
| In Pakistan | Equivalent in Cyprus |
|---|---|
| Rs 50,000 | EUR 466 (US$520) |
| Rs 100,000 | EUR 932 (US$1,040) |
| Rs 200,000 | EUR 1,860 (US$2,080) |
| Rs 400,000 | EUR 3,730 (US$4,160) |
Try your own amount in the cost of living calculator → National averages: rents in the biggest cities are usually higher.
Side by side
| Pakistan | Cyprus | |
|---|---|---|
| Coldest / warmest month (main city) | 20° / 31°C (Karachi) | 11° / 30°C (Nicosia) |
| Everyday prices (US = 100) | 23 | 67 |
| Income per person a year (PPP $) | 6,600 | 64,600 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% | 4.9% |
| Homicides per 100,000 | 4.3 | 0.8 |
| Political stability (-2.5 to 2.5) | -1.95 | 0.44 |
| Life expectancy | 67.8 years | 81.8 years |
| Fine-particle pollution (µg/m³) | 58 | 16 |
| Languages (editorial) | Urdu, English, regional languages | Greek, Turkish |
Green marks where Cyprus does better than Pakistan on that measure. Sources and years are on the country page.
Language and daily life
A sunny eastern Mediterranean island and EU member with hot summers, mild winters and widely spoken English. Editorial
English is widely spoken, but learning Greek makes work, paperwork and friendships much easier.
Visas for Pakistanis
- Visiting: Pakistani passport holders need a visa arranged in advance. All visa-free countries.
- Living there: you need a residence route (work, study, family or investment). Rules change often; check the official site: www.gov.cy.
- Study in Cyprus
Questions
How much money do I need in Cyprus compared with Pakistan?
To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about EUR 930 a month in Cyprus (about US$1,040), based on World Bank price levels and today's exchange rate. Everyday prices in Cyprus are about 2.9 times those in Pakistan.
Is Cyprus safer than Pakistan?
Cyprus records 0.8 intentional homicides per 100,000 people a year, against 4.3 in Pakistan (UNODC via the World Bank). Political stability scores are 0.44 and -1.95 respectively.
Can Pakistanis move to Cyprus?
It depends on the route: work, study, family or investment, each with its own rules. Start with the official immigration website (www.gov.cy). For a short visit, Pakistani passport holders currently need visa required.
Figures from the World Bank (CC BY 4.0) and NASA POWER, with today's exchange rates. National averages hide differences between cities. Not immigration advice.