The guide
Settling in Cyprus, topic by topic.
The rules that matter, checked on official websites and explained simply. To find out what applies to your situation, ask Moovy, our AI assistant.
- ResidenceRegistering, deadlines, papers to keep.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Public services and online portalsWho does what, digital identity, the order of steps.
- I'm moving to Cyprus: which authorities do what, and what can I do online (gov.cy, Tax For All)?
- Tax numberGetting it, before or after you arrive.
- How to get my tax number in Cyprus (TIC)
- TaxesTax residence, rates, schemes for newcomers.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HealthcareRegistering, the European Health Insurance Card, the S1 form.
- I'm moving to Cyprus: how do I access the public health system (GeSY)?
- Health insurance required for visas and permits: what EU rules ask (short and long stays)
- SchoolEnrolling your children, international schools, childcare.
- Enrolling my children in school in Cyprus: compulsory pre-primary, free state school, Greek lessons and private schools
- Working for yourselfLegal forms, contributions, VAT, accounting.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- WorkContract, salary, unemployment, recognition of qualifications.
- Working in Cyprus: finding a job, contract, probation and notice, 2026 minimum wage, working hours, leave and unemployment
- HousingRenting, buying, lease pitfalls.
- Renting or buying a home in Cyprus: deposit, rent paid by bank transfer since July 2026, transfer fees and title deeds
- BankingOpening an account, what you will be asked for.
- Opening a bank account in Cyprus: basic account for EU residents, SEPA transfers, rent by bank transfer and mortgage
- Driving licence and carExchanging your licence, registering your car.
- Driving in Cyprus with a European licence and registering your car there: driving on the left, customs, VAT, insurance
- RetirementReceiving your pension, settling as a retiree.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Customs and daily lifeLanguage, opening hours, manners, what surprises newcomers.
- Daily life in Cyprus: languages, opening hours, siesta, Sundays, public holidays, emergencies and tipping
These guides give the general rules. Your situation can change the answer: Moovy looks at it with you and tells you when you need a professional.
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