Cyprus: General Immigration

German entrepreneurs and high earners face substantial tax burdens through corporate tax, trade tax, solidarity surcharge, and dividend tax. Relocating from Germany to Cyprus presents a strategic opportunity to optimize tax obligations, but the process involves navigating complex requirements including exit tax calculations, yellow slip procedures, and Cyprus's non-dom regime. Understanding these legal and tax implications is essential for anyone considering this international move in 2026.

Schengen visa applications follow strict rules about which country must process your file—rules determined by your itinerary, not your preference. Misunderstanding these requirements can undermine an otherwise strong application, and a single-entry visa won't grant you access to Cyprus despite common assumptions about pan-European travel documents.

Cyprus has completed the technical requirements for Schengen accession, but political approval remains pending. What would membership mean for residence permits, visa issuance, and cross-border mobility—and what common misconceptions about tax residency need to be addressed before businesses and individuals plan their next move?

Cyprus has long been a popular destination for retirees from the United Kingdom, Europe and other parts of the world. A warm climate, a relatively relaxed pace of life, modern infrastructure...

The BCS/BFU (Business Facilitation Unit / foreign-interest company) framework applies to non-EU nationals employed by eligible Cyprus companies in Cyprus.

For many non-EU nationals applying for permanent residence in Cyprus under Regulation 6(2), the property purchase is the centre of the entire process.

We are delighted to share that our Partner, Andriana Efstathiou, is featured in the latest episode of Expats Unpacked.

Cyprus follows jus sanguinis (citizenship by blood). If you have a Cypriot parent, you can usually register as a Cypriot citizen.

Cyprus has established itself as a safe, business-friendly and family-oriented destination, attracting professionals, entrepreneurs and retirees from across the world.