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Cyprus Insights
Stay informed with expert insights on buying, investing, and living in Cyprus. Discover market trends, legal tips, and area guides – all in one place.
Life in CyprusPaphos vs Limassol: Where to Buy Property in Cyprus
Paphos or Limassol for a new-build in 2027: price per m², two-bedrooms and villas, areas, schools, the airport and which city suits which buyer.
Buying Property in CyprusCyprus Property Market in 2026: Over 10,000 Sales, Rising Prices and Strong Investment Demand
The Cyprus property market recorded its strongest first half on record in 2026, with more than 10,000 sale contracts deposited. We examine property sales, price growth, foreign buyer activity and investment trends across Paphos, Limassol and Larnaca.
Buying Property in CyprusHow Much Money Do You Need to Buy Property in Cyprus? Cash Required by Buyer Type (2026)
The "add 5-10%" rule is wrong in both directions. How much cash you actually need to buy property in Cyprus depends on new-build or resale, 5% or 19% VAT, mortgage or cash, and when each payment falls due, with worked numbers for a €300,000 purchase.
Investment & Market TrendsGuaranteed Rental Income in Cyprus Property: How It Works and What Investors Need to Know
Guaranteed rental income in Cyprus property is often presented as a simple way to generate passive income. In this guide, we explain how the model actually works, what returns you can expect, what risks to consider, and how to choose the right investment property.
Investment & Market TrendsUAE vs Cyprus: Which Property Market Offers Greater Stability in 2027?
UAE or Cyprus for property in 2027: what the strikes changed, what happened to Cyprus sales and prices, and how currency, law, tax and residence differ.
Legal & Tax InsightsCyprus Property VAT Explained: 5% vs 19% — A Complete Guide for Buyers in 2027
Comprehensive guide for international buyers explaining Cyprus property VAT rules, eligibility, rates, examples and legal coordination through Cyprus VIP Estates partners.
Investment & Market TrendsHow to Transfer Large Sums of Money to Cyprus and Hold Them in a Bank
How to transfer large sums to Cyprus and hold them in a bank: account opening, source-of-funds documents, AML checks, payment routes and the 2026 tax on interest and dividends. Checked on 30 October 2026.
Investment & Market TrendsBuying Cyprus Property as a UK Investor: Prices, Tax, Currency and Residency (2026)
What a UK investor in Cyprus property can check for themselves in 2026: asking prices in new-build projects, VAT and the end of stamp duty, rental income tax on the 2026 scale, capital gains tax, sterling risk on a €357,000 purchase and when a purchase also gives a residence permit.
Life in CyprusHealth Insurance in Cyprus 2027: GESY, S1 and Private Cover
Who can join GESY, how S1 and the EHIC work, what GESY costs (with a worked family example) and what a private policy has to cover, checked against the Health Insurance Organisation and the Migration Department.
Life in CyprusWhy So Many People Are Emigrating to Cyprus: Taxes, Business, Education and Lifestyle
Cyprus is rapidly becoming one of Europe’s top destinations for relocation. With one of the lowest tax rates in the EU, a stable business environment, high-quality education and healthcare, and a mild Mediterranean climate, the island offers a rare combination of financial opportunity and exceptional lifestyle.
Buying Property in CyprusTop 10 Mistakes First-Time Buyers Make When Buying Property in Cyprus (And How to Avoid Them)
Ten mistakes first-time buyers make in Cyprus, checked against the Department of Lands and Surveys, the Tax Department and the Ministry of Interior, with a worked cost example for a 300,000 € new-build.
Legal & Tax InsightsHow Cyprus Tax Residency Works: 183 and 60 Day Rules, Non-Dom and 0% SDC on Dividends
How Cyprus tax residency works in 2027: the 183-day and 60-day rules, what non-dom means (a tax resident without Cyprus domicile pays 0% SDC on dividends and interest while the 2.65% GHS contribution remains), the tax residency certificate, the TIC and filing deadlines, with worked examples.
Life in CyprusCyprus Permanent Residency (2026): Requirements, Costs and Routes
How permanent residency in Cyprus works in 2026: the investor permit under Regulation 6(2) (Category 6.2) for non-EU nationals, registration with MEU1 for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens, income test, fees, what the permit gives, why files are refused or cancelled, and a worked family example.
Buying Property in CyprusCyprus vs Spain and Portugal: Where Is It Smarter to Buy Property in 2026?
In-depth comparison of Cyprus, Spain and Portugal real estate markets — prices, ROI, taxes, lifestyle, and residency. Why Cyprus is the smarter investment.
Buying Property in CyprusHow Alexander and Tatiana Found Their Dream Apartment in Paphos — Real Story of Retiring in Cyprus
A real-life story of a German couple who retired to Paphos, found their new-build apartment through Cyprus VIP Estates, and enjoy a peaceful life by the Mediterranean.
