Living in Cyprus
Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Nicosia
Currency
EUR
Continent
Europe
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Cyprus.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Cyprus
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Visa Free | — |
| Belgium | Visa Free | — |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | — |
| Croatia | Visa Free | — |
| Czechia | Visa Free | — |
| Denmark | Visa Free | — |
| Estonia | Visa Free | — |
| Finland | Visa Free | — |
| France | Visa Free | — |
| Germany | Visa Free | — |
Detailed visa guides for Cyprus
Monthly costs
Nicosia
Rent (center)
900 USD/mo
Groceries
350 USD/mo
Transport
50 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,450 USD/mo
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Work permits
Cyprus offers a Digital Nomad / Freelance visa option.
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Single Permit (EU)
Duration: 1-2 years
Non-EU with job offer
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EU Blue Card
Duration: 2 years
Min €40,000/year, higher education
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Digital Nomad Visa
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Remote workers, min €3,500/month
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.088%
Non-dom: 0% on dividends/interest for 17 years. 50% income exemption for new employment.
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Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Cyprus. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
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Airalo
Cyprus eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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