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Whether you're hiring your first employee or managing hundreds, our team helps you navigate local laws and execute flawless payroll.

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Cyprus
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Cyprus at a Glance

Whether you're hiring your first employee or expanding an existing team, understanding the local employment landscape is essential. From visa requirements and statutory benefits to payroll taxes and regulatory oversight, this section provides a practical overview of what employers need to know to stay compliant and operate effectively in 

Cyprus
Work Permits & Visas
  • Non-EU/EEA nationals generally require both a work permit and residence permit before commencing employment in Cyprus.
  • Employers must demonstrate that the position cannot reasonably be filled by an EU citizen before hiring a third-country national, unless the role falls within an approved employment scheme.
  • Work permits are usually issued for one year and may be renewed.
  • EU and EEA nationals do not require a work permit but must register their residence if remaining in Cyprus for more than three months.
Payroll
  • Employers must register with the Cyprus Tax Department and the Social Insurance Services before hiring employees.
  • Payroll is generally processed monthly
  • Payroll obligations include:
    • Monthly PAYE withholding and remittance
    • Social Insurance contributions
    • General Healthcare System (GESY) contributions
    • Contributions to the Redundancy Fund, Industrial Training Fund and Social Cohesion Fund where applicable
    • Annual employer reporting and employee income certificates
Employment Contracts
  • Employment contracts may be indefinite or fixed-term. Written employment particulars must generally be provided shortly after employment begins.
  • Probation Period: Up to 6 months for most employees, extendable to 24 months in limited circumstances.
  • Working Hours: Standard working week is generally 40 hours. Maximum working time averages 48 hours per week including overtime unless exemptions apply.
  • Overtime: Governed by legislation or collective agreements and generally compensated through premium pay or time off.
  • Termination: Notice requirements depend on length of service. Employers must have lawful grounds for dismissal.
  • Severance: Employees dismissed for redundancy may qualify for payments through the Redundancy Fund, subject to eligibility.
Employee Benefits
  • Cyprus maintains a comprehensive statutory social protection system.
  • Social Insurance Contributions: Mandatory employer and employee contributions fund pensions and other benefits.
  • Annual Leave: Minimum of four weeks' paid annual leave for full-time employees.
  • Public Holidays: Approximately 14 public holidays.
  • Sick Leave: Employees may receive statutory sickness benefits subject to contribution requirements.
  • Maternity Leave: 22 weeks of paid maternity leave for the first child, with additional provisions for multiple births and subsequent children.
  • Paternity Leave: Two consecutive weeks of paid leave following childbirth.
  • Parental Leave: Available subject to qualifying service requirements.
  • Many employers also offer private medical insurance, pension schemes and performance bonuses.
Tax Overview
  • Tax Residency: Individuals are generally tax residents if present in Cyprus for 183 days or more during a calendar year. A separate 60-day residency rule may also apply where specific conditions are met.
  • Non-Residents: Taxed only on Cyprus-source income.
  • Tax Year: 1 January – 31 December.
  • System: Progressive personal income tax with rates up to 35%.
  • Double Taxation Treaties: Cyprus maintains one of Europe's largest treaty networks.
Personal Income Tax
Annual Taxable Income (EUR) Tax Rate
Up to €19,500 0%
€19,501 – €28,000 20%
€28,001 – €36,300 25%
€36,301 – €60,000 30%
Over €60,000 35%

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With over 30 years of experience managing payroll and compliance across continents, we’re a trusted partner to enterprises in

Cyprus

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Support

Experts with deep local knowledge guide you through every step—onboarding, payroll, compliance—ensuring smooth operations in

Cyprus
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Trust

Global enterprises and Fortune 500s rely on us for consistent, compliant payroll delivery across complex, multi-country environments

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Compliance

Stay ahead of legal changes. We ensure your payroll and employment practices remain fully compliant with

Cyprus

's laws

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