Cyprus Villa Guide: Prices & Buying Costs
A Cyprus villa buying checklist: compare actual quotations, check title and permits, apply the correct VAT and transfer fees, and budget for upkeep.
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Remote Work in Cyprus 2026: Digital Nomad
Plan remote work in Cyprus: digital-nomad and EU residence conditions, 2026 tax residency, insurance, address-specific internet checks and budgeting.
Cyprus Tax Reform 2026: Changes for Expats
Cyprus tax reform: 15% corporate tax, personal bands, conditional crypto and share-option regimes, dividend transitions, property taxes and filing rules.
Cyprus for US, Canadian & Australian Expats
Cyprus expat guide for Americans, Canadians, Australians. Tax, healthcare, banking, pensions — what's different when you're not British.
Leaving Cyprus: Exit Checklist & Plan B
How to leave Cyprus properly: tax clearance, bank accounts, selling property, cancelling permits. Exit checklist and Plan B destinations.
Hidden Costs of Buying Property in Cyprus
Real costs of buying property in Cyprus beyond the listing price: transfer fees, VAT traps, common expenses, currency conversion, lawyer fees.
Pay a Russian Mortgage from Cyprus (2026)
How to legally pay a Russian mortgage while living in Cyprus: working transfer routes, risks of friend schemes, AML rules and practical solutions.
Own a Company and Work in Cyprus
Company ownership alongside employment in Cyprus: distinguish work permission, salary, dividends, personal tax and Social Insurance before adding income.
Cyprus Non-Dom Status: 60-Day Rule & SDC
Non-domiciled status in Cyprus: what it provides, how to obtain it, the 60-day rule for tax residency, and exemption from SDC on dividends and interest.
Self-Employed in Cyprus: Taxes
A practical guide to self-employment in Cyprus: how to register, taxes, Social Insurance contributions, VAT registration, and suspending activity.
Tax Identification Number (TIN) in Cyprus
Get a Cyprus TIN through Tax For All: check registration duties, applicant-specific documents, existing-number access and the separate filing process.
Cyprus Tax Return: TD1, Portal & Deadlines
How to file a tax return in Cyprus: the TD1 form, TAXISnet, filing deadlines, who must file, and common mistakes to avoid.
Cyprus vs Malta vs Portugal: Expat Guide
Comparing Cyprus, Malta and Portugal for expats: taxes, cost of living, residency, healthcare, climate and safety side by side.
Property Taxes in Cyprus 2026: 5% VAT, CGT
Complete guide to Cyprus property taxes: reduced 5% VAT vs 19%, capital gains tax (CGT), transfer fees, individual vs company ownership.
Cyprus Holiday Rentals: Registration & Taxes
Check Cyprus self-service holiday accommodation registration, renewal, operator authorisation, tax conditions and reduced housing VAT repayment.
Cyprus Taxes: Income Tax, GESY & Deductions
Guide to Cyprus taxes: income tax rates, GESY and Social Insurance, rent deductions, qualifying first-employment tax relief, TD59 form.
Buying Property in Cyprus as a Non-EU Buyer
Property purchase guide for non-EU foreigners in Cyprus: Council of Ministers permission, Land Registry, 5% VAT, permanent residence through property.
Why IT Pros Move to Cyprus: A Personal Account
An IT specialist’s account of moving from Russia to Cyprus: choosing the island, changing impressions, homesickness and career prospects.