Topic
Money & paperwork
Banking, tax returns, social insurance, residence permits and running a business.
Guides
Cost of Living in Cyprus 2026: City Budgets
Real monthly budgets for expats in Limassol, Paphos & Larnaca. Housing, utilities, schooling, healthcare costs + realistic family budgets by city.
Cyprus Expat Tax Guide 2026: Non-Dom Regime
How Cyprus's tax system works for new residents — the famous non-domiciled rules, the tax-free income band, capital gains and crypto.
Opening a Bank Account in Cyprus 2026
Which banks take new residents, what documents you actually need, realistic timelines, opening a company account, and why Revolut is a bridge not a replacement.
Cyprus Permanent Residency After 5 Years
The qualifying residency period, points criteria, language requirements, application documents, timeline, and how PR rights compare to citizenship. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Cyprus Citizenship by Naturalisation 2026
What to check before applying for Cypriot citizenship by naturalisation: where the rules are set, form M127, and why older residence and language figures may be out of date. Verify with the Ministry of Interior.
Cyprus IP Box Regime: 3% Effective Tax on IP
How Cyprus's IP Box works, which types of IP qualify, how the nexus fraction determines the effective rate, practical structuring considerations, and a worked example. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
VAT Registration in Cyprus: Thresholds & OSS
When you must register for VAT in Cyprus, how to register via TaxisNet, quarterly filing obligations, the VAT rules for new property, and how the EU OSS scheme works for e-commerce sellers. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Cryptocurrency Tax in Cyprus (2026): The 8% Rule
From 1 January 2026, gains from disposing of crypto-assets in the Republic of Cyprus are taxed at 8% under new Article 20E of the Income Tax Law. What counts as a disposal, how losses work, what is excluded, and what is still unclear. Tax rules change; confirm with a Cyprus tax adviser.
Cyprus Ltd vs Sole Trader vs Partnership
A frank comparison of the main business structures available in Cyprus — formation costs, tax treatment, liability exposure, audit requirements, and when each makes sense for a relocating founder.
Hiring Employees in Cyprus 2026: Costs & Law
What Cyprus employment law requires when you hire your first employee — contracts, minimum wage, social insurance, probation, and how to calculate redundancy. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Registering IP in Cyprus: Trademarks & Patents
How to protect a brand, patent an invention, and understand software copyright in Cyprus — covering the Cyprus Trademark Registry, EUIPO, the European Patent Office, and the .cy domain registry. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Trade Licence Requirements in Cyprus 2026
Which business activities require a license before trading in Cyprus, which authority issues each one, and what the typical costs and timelines look like. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Cyprus Yellow Slip (MEU1): 2026 Complete Guide
Everything EU citizens need to register for the Cyprus yellow slip (MEU1) in 2026: documents, appointment booking, fees, and the UK biometric deadline.
Self-Employed Tax in Cyprus: 2026 Guide
Freelancer or sole trader in Cyprus? This 2026 guide covers social insurance, GHS, VAT, income tax bands, and TD1 filing deadlines in plain English.
Cyprus Tax Return 2026: Filing Your TD1 Form
How to file your Cyprus TD1 personal income tax return via TAXISnet — who must file, the 2026 deadline, non-dom relief, and the 50% expat exemption.
Employee Rights in Cyprus (2026 Guide)
Minimum wage, annual leave, notice periods, social insurance and the 13th salary — a plain-English guide to Cyprus employment law for expats.
Moving to Cyprus: First-Month Checklist 2026
The steps to take in your first week, first month and first 90 days after arriving in Cyprus, in the right order, plus what to sort before you move.
Registering Your Child in Cyprus: School & ARC
The documents and steps to register a child born in Cyprus or arriving as part of a relocating family — birth registration, ARC for minors, school enrollment paperwork, and the GeSY children's healthcare card. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Maternity and Paternity Rights in Cyprus — What Employed Parents Are Entitled To
What employed and self-employed parents in Cyprus are actually entitled to — maternity leave duration, benefit rates, paternity leave, parental leave, and how Social Insurance calculates the payments. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
GeSY Registration Guide 2026: Step-by-Step
Register for GeSY at gesyportal.hio.org.cy — step-by-step walkthrough for Cyprus expats: documents needed, GP selection, 2026 contribution rates, and what the public healthcare system covers.
Converting Your Driving Licence in Cyprus
EU licences, reciprocal-agreement countries, non-reciprocal countries that require a test, documents required, Traffic Department offices, timeline, and cost. Prices and rules change — verify with official Cyprus sources before acting.
Cyprus Company Formation 2026: Ltd Registration
Step-by-step guide to forming a Cyprus private limited company — the registration process at the Registrar of Companies, typical costs (€1,500–€3,000 via a service provider), minimum requirements, tax registration, and when a Cyprus Ltd is and isn't worth the overhead.
Private Health Insurance in Cyprus 2026
What GeSY doesn't cover, the five gaps private insurance fills, residency requirements for non-EU applicants, and how to compare plans as a Cyprus expat.
Getting Married in Cyprus (2026 Guide)
How to get married in Cyprus in 2026: civil ceremony steps, required documents, ordinary vs special licence, fees and same-sex civil partnerships.
Local directories
Accountants & Tax Advisors
ICPAC-registered accountants with experience in expat non-dom filings and company tax, plus registered office providers.
Startup Ecosystem
Co-working spaces, incubators, accelerators, and tech hubs across Cyprus.
Coworking Spaces
Day pass prices, WiFi speeds, and noise levels for 20+ coworking venues island-wide.
Immigration Lawyers
Immigration specialists covering digital nomad visas, PR by investment, and work permits.
Tools
MEU1 Registration Tracker
An interactive step-by-step checklist for EU citizens registering their residence in Cyprus. Track your progress through all required documents and appointments.
Cyprus 60-Day Tax Residency Planner
Check whether you qualify for Cyprus tax residency under the 183-day rule or the 60-day rule. See which conditions pass or fail in real time.
Cyprus Social Insurance Calculator
Calculate your Social Insurance and GeSY contributions based on the 2026 contribution rates. Full breakdown for employed and self-employed, including employer contributions.
Cyprus Banking Fee Comparison
Compare fees and features across Bank of Cyprus, Hellenic Bank, AstroBank, Revolut, and Wise. Highlights the best value in each category.
Cyprus Annual Tax Filing Calendar
All key Cyprus tax deadlines in a monthly view. Colour-coded by urgency. Filter by individual or company. Current month highlighted.
Double Tax Treaty Finder
Check whether Cyprus has a tax treaty with your home country and what it means for your income, dividends, interest, and capital gains.
Sole Trader vs Ltd
Compare take-home pay as a Cyprus sole trader versus a Cyprus Ltd, then estimate the one-time and annual costs of setting up and running a limited company — two tools in one.
Cyprus Grants & Incentives Finder
Find available grants, subsidies, and incentives for businesses, startups, and individuals relocating or investing in Cyprus.
Visa & Document Renewal Reminder
Track expiry dates for your ARC, passport, visa, health insurance, and driving licence. Colour-coded alerts at 30 and 90 days. Stores data in your browser — nothing sent to a server.
Monthly Budget Builder
Estimate your monthly living costs in Cyprus by city, household size, and lifestyle. Covers rent, groceries, dining, transport, utilities, and entertainment.
Cyprus Health Insurance Comparison
Compare private health insurance plans in Cyprus by coverage, premium, deductible, and network. Understand what GeSY covers versus what requires top-up insurance.
Cyprus Tax Savings Calculator
Compare your current country's income tax burden against Cyprus Standard and Non-Dom regimes. Enter your income, employment type, and country to see your estimated annual tax saving at a glance.
Driver's Licence Exchange
Find out if you can directly exchange your foreign driving licence in Cyprus or whether you need to take theory and practical tests. Includes costs, required documents, and step-by-step guidance.