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The Island Is Thirsty
One of EU's driest countries. Desalination plants produce 70%+ of drinking water. Water is precious, waste not tolerated, occasional summer restrictions.
What It Means
Supply reliable in cities. Rural: occasional restrictions. Quality: drinkable but limescale. Cost: higher than Germany (desalination). Bill: €30-60/2 months (without pool). Garden: Mediterranean plants, drip irrigation. Pool: cover to reduce 50-70% evaporation.
This was exactly our experience: Desalination plants produce 70%+ of drinking water.
– Couple from Cologne, in Limassol since 2024
What You Can Do
Short showers. Full loads only. Fix dripping taps. Water garden evenings. Pool cover. Car wash facility (recycles). Rainwater collection (€50-100 barrel). Cypriots have done this for generations.
Water Scarcity in Cyprus
Topics: The Island Is Thirsty, What It Means, What You Can Do
CMC Practical Tip
Desalination plants produce 70%+ of drinking water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cyprus is water-poor. Desalination 70%+. Cities: reliable. Drought years: possible garden irrigation restrictions.
Yes, EU standard. Limescale taste. Filter or gallons for better taste.
€30-60/2 months. With pool/garden: €60-120. Higher than Germany.
Short showers, full loads, fix taps, water garden evenings, drip irrigation, Mediterranean plants, pool cover, collect rainwater.
How CMC Supports You
At CMC Certus Management Consultants, 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.