What does this video discuss?

The publisher describes an interview with an IT specialist about moving from Russia to Cyprus, choosing the island, changing impressions, homesickness and career prospects. It is a personal account.

Does non-dom status give every newcomer seventeen tax-free years?

Eligibility depends on domicile and residence history. The Tax Department says deemed domicile applies after Cyprus tax residence in at least 17 of the 20 years immediately preceding the tax year. The exemption concerns SDC; check the other applicable taxes and contributions separately.

How is the 3% IP Box illustration calculated?

Where profit qualifies in full for the 80% IP deduction and the standard 2026 corporate rate of 15% applies, 20% × 15% gives 3% of that qualifying profit. Eligible assets, the Nexus calculation and other statutory conditions must be met.

Why IT Pros Move to Cyprus: A Personal Account

Personal account: The publisher presents this interview as one IT specialist’s experience of moving from Russia to Cyprus.

What the interview covers

The publisher’s description introduces the guest’s decision to move, his impressions before and after relocation, the aspects of life he enjoys and his views on career prospects. These are attributed experiences and opinions.

The publisher lists these chapters:

00:00 — How he felt about Russia
00:48 — Why Cyprus?
03:10 — How his impressions changed
04:50 — Homesickness
06:32 — The level of specialists
07:34 — Conclusion

Tax planning alongside the video

The video was uploaded on 16 October 2024. Check current rules separately before making a relocation or tax decision.

Non-dom: The Tax Department’s domicile guidance describes the conditional SDC exemption on dividends and interest. Deemed domicile applies after Cyprus tax residence in at least 17 of the 20 years immediately preceding the tax year; individual residence and domicile history matters.
IP Box: The Ministry of Finance describes an 80% deduction for qualifying IP profit under the Nexus calculation and eligible-asset conditions. With the 2026 standard corporate rate of 15%, full qualification gives the arithmetic 20% × 15% = 3% of qualifying profit. Check the statutory conditions for your activity.
Work and residence: Use the residence-permit guide and confirm the applicable permission before arranging a move.

Is Cyprus a good fit for you?

Use the interview to frame your own questions about the work offered, housing budget, climate preferences, family needs and support network. Compare your actual employment and residence options before deciding.

Watch the video for the guest’s personal account.

Sources

Original video and publisher description — interview topics, chapters, upload date and duration
Tax Department: tax residence and domicile
Ministry of Finance: tax incentives
Government: 2026 corporate tax reform