Moving to Cyprus
Relocation Cost Estimator
Estimate your total one-time moving costs to Cyprus, from flights and shipping to deposits, furniture, and legal fees. Adjust the inputs and see a full itemised breakdown instantly.
Your situation
Cyprus setup
Itemised costs
Estimated total (incl. 10% contingency)
€11,793
Range: €8,303 to €15,282
| Item | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flights (2 persons) | €300 | €550 | €800 |
| Subtotal | €300 | €550 | €800 |
| Item | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security deposit (≈2x monthly rent) | €2,070 | €2,300 | €2,530 |
| First month rent | €978 | €1,151 | €1,323 |
| Agency fee (≈1x monthly rent) | €920 | €1,150 | €1,380 |
| Utility connection deposits | €200 | €350 | €500 |
| Subtotal | €4,168 | €4,951 | €5,733 |
| Item | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furniture & household items | €2,500 | €4,000 | €5,500 |
| Appliances (if needed) | €500 | €1,000 | €1,500 |
| Subtotal | €3,000 | €5,000 | €7,000 |
| Item | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence registration, per adult (€20 MEU1 to €140 non-EU permit) | €40 | €160 | €280 |
| Driving licence exchange (€40 per licence) | €40 | €60 | €80 |
| Subtotal | €80 | €220 | €360 |
| Item | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% contingency buffer | €755 | €1,072 | €1,389 |
| Subtotal | €755 | €1,072 | €1,389 |
| Total | Low | Midpoint | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand total (incl. contingency) | €8,303 | €11,793 | €15,282 |
Transfer fees, residence registration and licence fees use official figures checked in October 2026. The other costs are indicative estimates from 2024 to 2025, not yet re-checked. Actual costs vary significantly.
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Sources
Last checked October 2026.
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