The electricity supply in Cyprus is 220/240 volts AC 50Hz. Electricity sockets are, three pin, 13 amps the same as used in the UK. Most electricity cables have just live and neutral wiring (no earth). Power cuts are not uncommon in Northern Cyprus, although these are becoming less frequent.
Some people choose to install a generator to keep electrical items running in the event of power outages in North Cyprus. The company responsible for electric in North Cyprus is Kibtek, and they have offices in all the major towns on the island.
In North Cyprus, Kibtek is the company responsible for electric supply. They have offices in all the major towns on the island. Meter readers visit your property and take a reading, leaving the bill which you can either pay directly to the reader (get a receipt), or visit any Kibtek office.
North Cyprus uses U.K. three-pin type plugs as their wall sockets operate at 220/240v AC 50HZ 240 volts.
Power cuts are not uncommon in Northern Cyprus, although these are becoming less frequent. Power outages due to maintenance are notified in the local media – radio and online newspapers. Kib-Tek also has a facebook page – Kıbrıs Türk Elekrik Kurumu, where power outages are listed.
In North Cyprus, meter readers visit your property and take a reading. They leave the bill which you can either pay directly to the reader (get a receipt), or visit any Kibtek office. Alternatively, you can set up a direct debit or pay the bill at selected banks.