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Remote Work Under Palm Trees – Legally
Since 2022: official Digital Nomad Visa. For non-EU citizens working remotely for non-Cypriot companies. EU citizens don't need it (free movement) but benefit from the same tax advantages.
Requirements
Non-EU citizens. Min €3,500 net monthly income. 1 year, renewable to 3. Apply online: employment proof, income evidence, health insurance, rental contract, police clearance. Processing: 4-8 weeks.
What surprised us: how helpful Cypriots are if you ask nicely.
– Family from Berlin, in Larnaca since 2022
Why Cyprus Is Ideal
340 sunny days, fast internet, moderate costs (€1,500-2,500/month), coworking spaces, GMT+2 timezone, EU membership, Euro, tax advantages with right structure.
Digital Nomad Visa for Cyprus
Topics: Remote Work Under Palm Trees – Legally, Requirements, Why Cyprus Is Ideal
CMC Practical Tip
Remote Work Under Palm Trees – Legally Since 2022: official Digital Nomad Visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
No – free movement. Instead: Yellow Slip and establish tax residency via 60-day or 183-day rule.
Visa is for remote work for non-Cypriot companies. Own company: legally complex. CMC advises on alternatives.
Income taxed in Cyprus: 0% up to €22,000. With Non-Dom: no SDC. For €60,000 income: ~€5,000-8,000 tax – much less than Germany.
CMC advises on tax side and works with immigration lawyers. Free initial consultation.
How CMC Supports You
At CMC Family Office Group, we are here for you – not only for tax and legal questions, but also for all practical topics of everyday life in Cyprus. Our team in Larnaca and Pafos knows the local conditions first-hand.
As your local contact, we handle: company formation and management, tax advisory and Non-Dom applications, ongoing bookkeeping and tax returns, support with authorities, and referrals to estate agents, lawyers, doctors and tradespeople.