An important change is coming to Cyprus VAT legislation that affects when a property is considered “used” and therefore no longer subject to VAT.
5% VAT on property in Cyprus until June 2026: A limited-time advantage
When purchasing residential property in Cyprus, VAT plays a key role in the final cost. While the standard rate is 19%, buyers may qualify for a reduced 5% rate under specific conditions, creating significant savings.
Property sales in Cyprus continued their strong start to 2026, with sales contracts deposited at Land Registry offices rising by 11% in February compared with the same month in 2025.
In 2026, Cyprus plans to convert residence permits into a fully digital format as part of a broader initiative to introduce over 100 new e-government services. The professionals working in global mobility are expected to be among the first to notice the changes.
Cyprus property sales made a strong start in 2026, as the number of sales contracts deposited at Land Registry offices nationwide increased by 11 per cent in January compared with the same month in 2025.
Cyprus remains the 14th most powerful passport globally in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, holding the same position as last year, according to data published on 15 January.
On 22 December 2025, the Cyprus Parliament approved six amendments to existing tax laws.
The Department of Lands and Surveys has released data outlining property transactions involving domestic (Cypriot) buyers, EU nationals, and non-EU nationals.
Cyprus has claimed the number-one position in a global holiday home index, created and published by Compare the Market, Australia.
Between 15 September 2024 and 15 September 2025, in total 1,669 properties were sold to overseas buyers, 962 of which area residential properties. 385 were purchased by EU citizens, while 577 were bought by non-EU nationals.
