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Editorial guide · Videos · en

Who cleans Cyprus? 3 ways to deal with rubbish

A volunteer beach cleanup in Limassol, emails to the municipality about a rubbish pile in Nicosia, and a bin area cleaned by hand for €20. Three ways to deal with rubbish in Cyprus.

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Editorial guide · Life · en

Banking in Cyprus 2026: Accounts, Cards

How to open a bank account in Cyprus in 2026. Bank comparison, fees, GBP transfers, Wise/Revolut, mortgages for British expats, and post-Brexit changes.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

Buy Property in Cyprus: Complete Guide 2026

Guide to buying property in Cyprus in 2026: foreign-buyer permission, due diligence, contracts, VAT, transfer fees and conditional investment residence.

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Editorial guide · Business · en

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.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

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.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

Cyprus Holiday Rentals: Registration & Taxes

Check Cyprus self-service holiday accommodation registration, renewal, operator authorisation, tax conditions and reduced housing VAT repayment.

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Editorial guide · Business · en

Cyprus Company Registration: Expat Guide

Registering a Cyprus company: UK Ltd vs Cyprus Ltd comparison, BCS visa restrictions, maintenance costs, 15% CIT, and alternatives.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

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.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

Property Developer Issues in Cyprus 2026

Check a Cyprus developer, permits, title and sale contract; understand contract-deposit protections and the scope of complaint routes.

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Editorial guide · Property · en

Cyprus Rental Contracts & Tenant Checks

Check a Cyprus rental contract, deposits, immigration documents, rent-control scope, electronic payments and the conditional rent tax deduction.

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