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Purchasing immovable property in Cyprus involves considerably more than transferring ownership from seller to buyer. Rights and obligations affecting the property may already exist and, in certain circumstances, continue to bind it even after the transaction has been completed. Among the most significant issues encountered during property transactions are encumbrances registered against the property—mortgages, court memos, prohibitions, easements and other registrable interests that may affect a prope

A discussion on the current situation of real estate 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.

Cyprus property law now intersects with cryptocurrency regulation as international buyers increasingly seek to use Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for real estate acquisitions. While crypto-funded property purchases are legally possible in Cyprus, they require careful structuring to satisfy contract law, Land Registry requirements, anti-money laundering obligations, and the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).

Non-resident property owners in Cyprus can complete sales remotely through proper legal representation, but success depends on coordinating title verification, mortgage releases, tax clearances, and completion documents before contractual commitments are made. What specific steps must sellers living abroad take to ensure their Cyprus property transaction proceeds smoothly without requiring their physical presence at every stage?

The process of purchasing property in Cyprus by non-Cypriots is relatively simple compared to many other countries. This is because the Land Registry system (which was established in 1875 based originally on British standards) with its updates throughout the years is one of the most sophisticated in the world.

Το Εφετείο ανάτρεψε την πρωτόδικη απόφαση του Επαρχιακού Δικαστηρίου με την οποία αθώωσε τον Εφεσ

Σημαντική εξέλιξη για την κυπριακή αγορά ακινήτων, αφού η Ολομέλεια της Βουλής των Αντιπροσώπων

Owning rental property in Cyprus can be an attractive investment opportunity, particularly given the continued demand for residential and commercial premises from local and international tenants. However, like any property investment, leasing a property carries certain legal responsibilities and potential risks. One of the most challenging situations a landlord may face is the need to recover possession of their property when a tenant refuses to leave, fails to comply with the terms of the tenancy agreement, or creates circumstances that make the continuation of the tenancy impractical.

Navigating the eviction process in Cyprus requires landlords to follow strict legal procedures, from understanding the distinction between contractual and statutory tenancies to obtaining court orders for possession. What are the legal grounds for eviction, how long does the process take, and what mistakes could expose property owners to serious legal consequences?

The acquisition of immovable property in Cyprus is often one of the most significant financial commitments an individual or investor will make.

According to amendments published on 18 November 2022, to the Central Agency for the Equal Distribution of Burdens Law

The factors behind the sale of a real estate need to be analysed. If the individual is considered to be a trader, then income tax applies at the progressive tax system (up to 35%). If the individual is considered not to be a trader, then capital gains tax at 20% applies...

Η KPMG Κύπρου ανακοινώνει ότι έχουν δημοσιευθεί τα αποτελέσματα του Δείκτη Αξιών Ακινήτων "RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG i

Η KPMG Κύπρου ανακοινώνει ότι έχουν δημοσιευθεί τα αποτελέσματα του Δείκτη Αξιών Ακινήτων "RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG i

KPMG in Cyprus announces that the "RICS Cyprus Property Price Index with KPMG in Cyprus" has been issued for 2023 Q2.

"The Index for the fourth quarter of 2024 shows stabilisation, a trend continuing from past quarters. Most asset categories show a minor or no changes in pricing, apart from Warehouses and Apartments, with changes in Paphos and Nicosia. Limassol, Larnaca and Famagusta recorded no increases, whilst retail recorded a minor decrease in pricing.