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Living in Cyprus Pros and Cons: Build Your Own Scorecard Before You Read Anyone's List
Most pros and cons lists of Cyprus rank sunshine and tax first. This guide gives you a scorecard in the order movers actually ask: residency, tax status, healthcare, then where to live.
25 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Map the Offices You Will Deal With Before You File Anything
Cyprus business tax is not one bill from one office. It is several obligations owed to different bodies. Here is how to map them, in order, before the first deadline.
24 October 2026Moving to Cyprus: Sort Yourself by Passport Before You Read Anything Else
Most advice on moving to Cyprus assumes one kind of reader. Your passport decides which rules apply, so sort yourself into the right queue first. Then work out tax, paperwork and timing.
24 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Set Up Your Books Before You Issue the First Invoice
Most new owners ask about rates first and bookkeeping last. The tax you pay depends on the records you keep, so this checklist covers the order to set them up before trading starts.
23 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Decide How You Will Pay Yourself Before You Book the Year
Most owners ask what the company pays. The sharper question is what happens when the money leaves the company and reaches you. Eight steps, in order, for salary, dividends and the contributions attached to each.
23 October 2026Do You Need a Visa for the USA From Cyprus? It Depends on Your Passport
A visa for the USA from Cyprus depends on the passport you hold, not on living in Cyprus. Here is how to sort out which of three situations you are in.
22 October 2026Republic of Cyprus Visa: Decide Which Door You Are Walking Through Before You Fly
A Republic of Cyprus visa is permission to arrive, not to stay. Use a three-question test to work out whether you need a visa, a permit, or neither, and avoid the entry-point trap.
22 October 2026Disadvantages of Living in Cyprus: 7 Tests to Run Before You Commit
Most lists of Cyprus downsides tell you what is wrong. This one gives you seven tests to run, in order, so you can see which downsides matter for your own move.
21 October 2026Permanent Residency in Cyprus: Work Out Which Status You Are Applying For First
Three different things get called Cyprus permanent residency. Find out which one your passport and arrival date point to before you pay anyone to file.
21 October 2026Is There a Cyprus Working Visa? Not Quite, and the Difference Matters
Cyprus has no single working visa. What you need depends on your passport, and for most non-EU nationals the employer files the permit, not you.
20 October 2026Cyprus Education Visa: Find Out Who Files the Permit Before You Pay a Deposit
Most applicants treat the education visa as a form they fill in after admission. The real risk sits earlier: nobody has said in writing who files the permit, and what happens if it fails.
20 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Draw a One-Page Map of Your Customers and Payments Before You Ask About Rates
Most people ask for the Cyprus business tax rate before they can say who pays them, from where, and into which account. Seven steps build a one-page map that makes every later answer usable.
19 October 2026Do You Need a Cyprus Study Visa? It Depends on Your Passport
Cyprus has no single study visa. What you need depends on your passport, and for most non-EU students it is an entry visa followed by a student residence permit. Here is the order to check.
19 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Your First 30 Days After Landing, in Order
Most new arrivals start with tax rates. The ones who stay out of trouble start with a calendar of appointments and papers. Here is the order for your first 30 days.
18 October 2026Private Schools in Limassol, Cyprus: Choose the Exit Route Before You Choose the School
Most parents open a list of Limassol private schools and start comparing names. Start with where your child sits their final exams, then the commute, then the waiting list.
18 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Decide Where the Company Is Run Before You Decide Where It Is Registered
A Cyprus registration does not make a company Cyprus-taxed in practice. This checklist shows how to place decisions, directors, records and meetings so the 15% rate matches how the company really operates.
17 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Test Each Relief Before You Count On It
The 15% rate applies to taxable profit, not to the profit in your accounts. This checklist shows how to test each relief in order and keep the evidence a Cyprus tax office will ask for.
17 October 2026Cyprus Corporate Tax Rate: Know Which Number You Are Looking At
The Cyprus corporate tax rate is 15% from 1 January 2026, up from 12.5%. This guide shows who the rate applies to, what it applies to, and how to tell a current quote from an old one.
16 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: What to Do the Day a Letter From the Tax Department Arrives
Most owners read a tax office letter, panic, and either pay at once or leave it in a drawer. Here is the order to work through it, from sorting the letter to fixing what caused it.
16 October 2026Registering for a Cyprus Tax Identification Number: Find Out Who Is Asking Before You Apply
A bank, an employer or a landlord asks for your TIC and you have only a UK National Insurance number. Here is how registration works, who triggers it, and what to bring.
15 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: 7 Questions to Put to an Accountant Before You Hire One
The rate is the easy part of Cyprus business tax. The harder part is what your accountant's fee covers. Seven questions to settle in writing before you sign anyone.
15 October 2026Cyprus Capital Gains Tax on Property: Decide What You Are Actually Selling First
Cyprus taxes gains on Cyprus property at 20%, but not every asset you hold is caught. Work out whether you are selling a house, land or shares, and which lifetime exemption you can still use.
14 October 2026Cyprus Travel Visa: Count Your Days Before You Book the Winter
UK and Irish travellers rarely need a Cyprus travel visa for a visit, but the day count catches people out. Work out your dates before you book a long stay.
14 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Price Your First Hire Before You Make the Offer
Most owners compare corporate tax rates and forget that the first employee adds a second set of payments. Here are seven steps to price a hire correctly before you agree a salary.
13 October 2026Is Cyprus a Tax Haven? No, and the Label Hides the Real Question
Cyprus is an EU member with a 15% corporate rate and open tax reporting, so it is not a tax haven. The label matters less than one question: which country still taxes you after you move.
13 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Decide What the Company Can Deduct Before You Spend Anything
The 15% Cyprus corporate rate applies to taxable profit, so every purchase changes the bill. Here are seven steps to sort your spending before the money leaves the account.
12 October 2026Luxury Property in Cyprus: Sort Your Shortlist by Legal Status Before You Look at Price
A guide for UK and Irish buyers weighing a villa or penthouse in Cyprus. Sort listings by legal status first, then area, then running costs, and you can cut a long list to a few homes worth viewing.
12 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Date Each Tax Clock Before You Start Trading
Cyprus business tax is a set of separate obligations, and each one starts on its own date. This checklist shows you how to find those dates before the first invoice goes out.
11 October 2026VAT in Cyprus: Which Part Applies to You Before You Pay or Register
VAT in Cyprus hits newcomers in four different places: shop receipts, a car, a property and a business. Work out which ones apply to you before you spend or register.
11 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax for UK-Facing Owners: Check Where the Work Happens First
Most owners price a Cyprus business off the 15% company rate before they check where the work is done and where decisions are made. This checklist puts the location questions first.
10 October 2026Tax for All Cyprus: What the Portal Does, and What You Need Before You Log In
Tax for All is the Cyprus Tax Department's online portal. This guide is for people arriving from the UK or Ireland. It shows what the portal handles, what it does not decide, and what to prepare first.
10 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Build Your Document Pack Before Any Tax Office Appointment
Most newcomers start with the tax rate and discover the paperwork later. Build a document pack in seven steps and your first Cyprus tax appointment stops being a wasted trip.
9 October 2026Cyprus Inheritance Tax: There Isn't One, but Three Other Things Can Still Cost Your Family
Cyprus does not charge inheritance tax, but that is only the start of the answer. Your home country, your will and the paperwork still decide what your family pays and how long it takes.
9 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Choose Sole Trader or Company Before You Compare Any Rates
Most people compare the 15% corporate rate with their UK rate before asking whether they need a company at all. This checklist puts the structure decision first and then prices each route.
8 October 2026Application for a Cyprus Visa: Work Out Which Application You Are Making First
Most people searching for a Cyprus visa application are really asking three different questions. Sort out which one is yours before you open a single form.
8 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: 8 Official Sources to Check, in Order, Before You Trust Any Figure
Most wrong Cyprus tax decisions start with a number copied from an old page. This checklist shows which official sources to read, in what order, and how to date-stamp what you find.
7 October 2026Tax Identification Number Cyprus: What It Is, and What It Does Not Prove
A Cyprus tax identification number gets you into banks, tenancies and payroll. It does not make you a tax resident. Here is the difference and the order that avoids a second trip.
7 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Separate the Company's Taxes From Your Own Before You Plan Anything
Most people treat Cyprus business tax as one 15% rate. It is a company layer and a personal layer, and the second one catches owners out. Here is how to sort the two in order.
6 October 2026Capital Gain Tax Cyprus: 7 Steps to Take Before You Sell
Cyprus capital gains tax hits property, not most shares, and the bill depends on paperwork you gather years before the sale. Here are seven steps in the order to do them.
6 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Run a Dry Run on One Year of Your Own Numbers First
Most owners quote the 15% headline and stop. This checklist walks you through a paper dry run of one year's profit, from company tax to the money that reaches your own account.
5 October 2026Cyprus Company Tax Rate: 7 Questions to Answer Before You Trust Any Number
Most people search for one Cyprus tax rate and get a figure that answers a different question. Work through seven questions in order and you will know which rate applies to your company, your profit and your pay-out.
5 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: Build a Cash Calendar Before Your First Profit
Most owners learn the Cyprus corporate rate and stop there. The rate tells you how much. It says nothing about when the money leaves your account. This checklist builds the calendar first.
4 October 2026Investment Property in Cyprus: Work Out Which Kind of Owner You Are Before You Pick a Property
A decision guide for UK and Irish buyers weighing an investment property in Cyprus. Work out your owner type, the costs that follow it, and the questions to settle before any deposit.
4 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: 7 Checks to Catch an Out-of-Date Quote Before You Rely on It
Most Cyprus business tax guides still quote the old 12.5% rate. Here are seven checks that show whether a quote, a guide or an adviser's projection uses the figures in force now.
3 October 2026UK-Cyprus Double Tax Treaty: Map Each Income Stream Before You Trust Any Single Answer
The treaty does not give you one verdict on who taxes you. It gives a separate answer for each kind of income. Here is the order to work through them, with a worked example.
3 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: 7 Records to Keep All Year So the Return Is Not a Scramble
Most owners treat Cyprus business tax as a year-end job. The 15% rate only helps if the paperwork behind your costs exists all year. Here are seven records to keep, in order.
2 October 2026Is Living in Cyprus Worth It? The Honest Pros and Cons
Living in Cyprus suits people who accept paperwork, car dependence and quiet winters in return for sunshine and a workable tax position. Here is what people like, what makes some regret it, and how to test it first.
2 October 2026UK-Cyprus Double Tax Treaty: The Evidence Trail That Decides Which Country Taxes You
Most people read the UK-Cyprus double tax treaty for rates and skip the part that decides everything, which is where the treaty says you are resident. Here is the order to build your proof.
1 October 2026Cyprus Business Tax: What Happens When You Pay Yourself From the Company
Most owners plan for the 15% company rate and forget that the money still has to reach them personally. Here is the order to think it through, with a worked example.
1 October 2026Can You Retire to Cyprus from the UK? What Actually Happens
Yes, Britons can retire to Cyprus. Here is how residency, pension tax and healthcare actually work, and the paperwork nobody mentions.
30 September 2026The UK-Cyprus Double Tax Treaty: 8 Steps to Check Before You File Anything
Most people assume the UK-Cyprus treaty covers them automatically. It doesn't apply itself. Here is the order to check it in before you file a return.
30 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The Sequence Most Owners Get Backwards
Most people research the 15% rate first and the residency test last. Do it in that order and the rate often will not apply to you at all.
29 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The Order to Set Up In If You Want the 15% Rate to Actually Apply
The mistake most new owners make is registering the company before working out whether it will actually be tax resident in Cyprus. Get the order right first.
29 September 2026Should You Invest in Cyprus Property? What the Numbers Actually Show
Cyprus property can work as an investment, but the return depends on location, the €300,000 residency threshold, and taxes on the way out. Here is what to check first.
28 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The Registration Checklist Before You Take Your First Client
Most new Cyprus business owners register for tax in the wrong order and end up paying a VAT penalty or missing a filing they didn't know existed. Here's the checklist in the order that actually works.
28 September 2026Cyprus Living: The Mistake Most Newcomers Make Before They Even Land
Most people planning a move to Cyprus research the lifestyle and skip the paperwork that actually decides whether the move works. Here is the checklist that fixes that.
27 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The Checklist for Owners Who Also Move There
The costliest Cyprus business tax mistake isn't the company return, it's mixing up personal and company tax status. Here's the order that avoids it.
27 September 2026Is There a Cyprus Tax Calculator That Handles Turkish Withholding Terms Too?
Searching in Turkish for stopaj hesaplama and in English for a Cyprus tax calculator usually means the same question. Here is how to read either result correctly.
26 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The 6-Step Order to Get It Right From Day One
Most Cyprus business tax mistakes come from doing things out of order. This checklist gives you the sequence, not just the rules.
26 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax Setup: The 8-Step Checklist Before You File Anything
Most new Cyprus business owners fix their tax setup after the first year, not before. This checklist puts the steps in the order that avoids that.
25 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax: The Registration Order Nobody Explains Properly
Cyprus company tax registration has a specific order. Get it wrong and you file the wrong return, miss a deadline, or pay VAT you should not owe.
25 September 2026Is Healthcare Free in Cyprus? GESY, Private Cover and What It Actually Costs
Healthcare in Cyprus runs on GESY, the state scheme funded by payroll contributions, not general taxation. It is not free and most residents still add private cover.
24 September 2026The Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa: Is It Actually the Right Route for You?
The Cyprus digital nomad visa lets non-EU remote workers live in Cyprus while working for a foreign employer, but it is not always the fastest or cheapest way to get there. Here is how it compares to the alternatives.
23 September 2026Cyprus Business Tax Checklist: 7 Things Every Owner Must Get Right After Setup
The most common Cyprus business tax mistake happens after incorporation, not before. Here is the checklist that catches it.
23 September 2026Move to Cyprus: The 8-Step Order People Get Wrong
Most people planning a move to Cyprus start with flights and viewings. The costly mistake is doing the tax and residency steps last instead of first.
22 September 2026Moving to Cyprus: The Pre-Departure Checklist Before You Book a Flight
The most common mistake is booking flights before checking residency, tax and banking. This checklist covers what to sort before you leave.
22 September 2026Cyprus Investment Residency: What Counts as a Qualifying Investment and Why It Matters
Cyprus investment residency hinges on the type of asset you buy, not just its price. Here is how the qualifying categories actually differ and what that means for your money.
21 September 2026Do You Even Pay Corporation Tax in Cyprus? How the System Actually Decides
Cyprus corporation tax is 15% from January 2026, but that rate only applies once your company is tax resident there. Here is how residence, not incorporation, decides what you owe.
21 September 2026Cyprus Corporate Tax Rate 2026: What Companies Actually Pay
Cyprus corporate income tax rose to 15% on 1 January 2026. Here is what changed, what did not, and how to work out what your company will actually owe.
20 September 2026Best Places to Live in Cyprus: Where Should You Actually Settle?
Limassol suits professionals and families who want amenities. Paphos suits retirees. Larnaca sits in between on cost and commute. The right answer depends on your work, budget and whether you need an international school.
20 September 2026The Cyprus Golden Visa: What the Permanent Residence by Investment Route Actually Involves
A plain guide to Cyprus's investment-based permanent residence route: who it suits, what it costs, how long it takes, and where it differs from other residence permits.
20 September 2026Applying for a Cyprus Visa: A Step-by-Step Checklist for 2026
The most common mistake is applying for the wrong thing entirely. Here is the order to work through a Cyprus visa or entry application in 2026.
20 September 2026Moving to Cyprus from the UK After Brexit: What Actually Changed
Brexit turned UK citizens into third-country nationals for Cyprus immigration purposes. You can still move, but the paperwork route changed and free movement rights ended in January 2021.
20 September 2026How Much Does It Cost to Form a Company in Cyprus?
Cyprus company formation typically runs €1,000 to €2,500 in setup fees plus ongoing costs, with the 15% corporate tax rate being the main draw. Here's what actually happens.
20 September 2026Health Insurance in Cyprus: GESY, Private Cover and How Expats Actually Choose
How health insurance actually works for people moving to Cyprus, what GESY covers, when private cover makes sense, and how to work out which one you need first.
24 August 2026Moving to Cyprus: What It Actually Costs to Get There
Moving to Cyprus involves more than a flight and a deposit. This guide breaks down the real upfront costs, shipping, admin fees, car import, and first-month outgoings, so you can budget before you book.
22 August 2026Cyprus Residency: Three Concepts That Are Not the Same Thing
Cyprus residency is not one status, it is three separate ones that work differently and can fall out of sync. Understanding the difference before you move saves you from costly errors with tax, immigration, and banking.
22 August 2026Cyprus Company Formation Cost: What You Actually Pay to Get Started
A breakdown of what it actually costs to register a Cyprus limited company in 2026, from Registrar fees to the bank account that takes longer than the paperwork.
21 August 2026The Cost of Living in Cyprus: What Actually Changes When You Move
Moving to Cyprus changes your budget in specific, predictable ways. Here is what actually shifts, what stays the same, and where the real savings and traps sit.
21 August 2026Cyprus Residence Permits: Which Route Actually Applies to You
EU and non-EU nationals face different Cyprus residence permit routes. Here is how to work out which category you fall into before you start the paperwork.
8 August 2026Employing Staff in Cyprus: Payroll Basics Every Employer Needs to Know
Taking on your first employee in Cyprus means registering with Social Insurance, running a compliant payroll, and paying contributions on time. Here is what the system looks like and where the costs actually land.
8 August 2026Cyprus Inheritance and Estate Rules for Expats: What Happens to Your Assets When You Die
Cyprus abolished forced heirship for EU citizens in 2015, but that does not mean your estate is straightforward. Here is what expats actually need to know about wills, probate, and cross-border inheritance.
7 August 2026Renting in Cyprus: Deposits, Contracts and What to Watch Before You Sign
Cyprus has no national cap on rental deposits and no mandatory written contract, which means the terms you agree to are the terms you live with. Here is what to check before you hand over a single euro.
6 August 2026Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa Requirements: What You Actually Need in 2026
Cyprus offers a dedicated digital nomad visa for non-EU remote workers. Here is what the income threshold, document list, and application process actually look like, and where people run into trouble.
5 August 2026How Pensions Are Taxed in Cyprus: What Retirees and Remote Workers Need to Know
Cyprus taxes most foreign pensions at a flat 5% above €3,420 a year, which is often far less than what retirees pay at home. Here is how the rules work, what the exceptions are, and what to confirm before you move.
5 August 2026Exchanging a Driving Licence in Cyprus: What New Residents Actually Need to Do
If you have moved to Cyprus and hold a foreign driving licence, you will need to exchange it for a Cyprus one. The process, cost and timeline depend entirely on where your licence was issued.
4 August 2026Cyprus VAT Registration Threshold: What Businesses and Freelancers Actually Need to Know
Cyprus requires VAT registration once your taxable turnover crosses €15,600 in any 12-month period. Here is how the threshold works, what counts towards it, and what happens if you miss it.
3 August 2026Cyprus Double Tax Treaties Explained: How They Work and What They Mean for You
Cyprus has double tax treaties with over 60 countries. This guide explains how they work, what they actually protect you from, and where the limits are.
3 August 2026Cyprus Social Insurance Contributions for the Self-Employed: What You Actually Pay
Self-employed people in Cyprus pay social insurance on their declared income, not on profits. This guide explains the contribution rates, the income bands, how GHS fits in, and what happens if you miss a payment.
3 August 2026Opening a Bank Account in Cyprus as a Foreigner: What Actually Happens
Cyprus banks are cautious, slow, and document-hungry. Here is what to expect, which banks still open accounts for non-residents, and how to avoid the most common delays.
28 July 2026The Cyprus Yellow Slip Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Residents
The yellow slip is the registration certificate every EU citizen needs within four months of arriving in Cyprus. Here is exactly how to apply, what to bring, and what delays to expect.
28 July 2026The Cyprus 60-Day Tax Residency Rule: How It Works, Who Qualifies, and What Can Go Wrong
Cyprus offers tax residency after just 60 days if you meet four specific conditions. This guide explains the rule, the conditions, and the traps that catch people out.