# Ex-fishmonger's Cyprus move

> Ex-fishmonger swaps UK 2am starts for Cypriot millionaire lifestyle.
- Title: Ex-fishmonger's Cyprus move · Dailymail | Shortify
- Summary: Ex-fishmonger swaps UK 2am starts for Cypriot millionaire lifestyle. Orestis Kyprianou, 39, moved from London fish market to Paphos, Cyprus after 20 years to…
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- Source: Dailymail — https://dailymail.com/travel/article-16229119/London-swapped-uk-Cyprus-mortgage-millionaire.html?ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490&ns_mchannel=rss
- Published: 2026-10-22T10:59:20+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: orestis kyprianou, cypriot, paphos, cyprus, fishmonger, lifestyle, migrant, uk, news, entertainment
## Orestis Kyprianou
39-year-old ex-fishmonger from London.
## UK 2am starts
Worked 2am to 7pm at Billingsgate Fish Market.
## Cyprus move
Moved to Paphos, Cyprus after 20 years.
## Family life
Now walks dogs, takes children to school, and works in relaxed environment.
## Mortgage savings
Cyprus mortgage costs half the rent of a London flat.
## Cost of living
Groceries similar in price but fresher food at mageirio restaurants.
## Tax impact
Tax on earnings slightly lower but not enough to move.
## Children
Has two children now, family time improved.
## Career change
Now works in property sales with Domenica Group.
## Why move
Wanted to enjoy life now, not wait until retirement.
## Lease decision
Gave shop lease 20 years with fixed rent for first five years.
## Residency process
British wife needed proof of income, health insurance, and clean criminal record.
## Cost of move
Residency process cost €300 to €350 (£260 to £300).
## Climate impact
Fruit during day, one meal and small snack in evening.
## One thing missed
Scallop and bacon sandwich on soft white bread at 4am.
## Current lifestyle
Can live millionaire's lifestyle without being millionaire.
## Key takeaway

Orestis Kyprianou, 39, moved from London fish market to Paphos, Cyprus after 20 years to enjoy family life without long hours.