Cyprus Key Information
Documents & legal basics
Residence permits & migration procedures: Migration department
Government services portal: Governmental Portal
Banking, money & taxes
Tax Department (official): Tax Department
Tax explanation (bands): Tax Explanation
SIM card & internet
SIM registration law (ID required): SIM information
Housing basics
General property search: Bazaraki
Rentals: Cyprus Property
Public transport
City buses & cards: Public Transport
Intercity buses: Bus information
Cyprus is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean with a history shaped by Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and British influences. Due to its strategic location, it has long been a crossroads of civilizations. Cyprus gained independence from British rule in 1960, and since 1974 the island has been divided between the Republic of Cyprus in the south and the Turkish-controlled north. The Republic of Cyprus joined the European Union in 2004.
Cypriot culture is strongly influenced by Greek traditions, Orthodox Christianity, and Mediterranean lifestyle. Hospitality, family ties, and local cuisine play an important role in daily life. The island is known for its archaeological sites, coastal landscapes, and warm climate. Today, Cyprus combines ancient heritage with a modern European presence while remaining marked by its unique political and cultural situation.
Healthcare & Emergency
GESY registration: Health insurance system
Emergency info: Cyprus Emergency system
Emergency number: 112 / 199
Work basics
Job search (official): Department of Labour
Minimum wage info: Minimum Wage information
Language & support
Greek classes & integration: UNHCR Cyprus