How To File Taxes as an Expat in Cyprus
Deadlines, what to declare, and whether you need an accountant.
Updated April 2026
Cyprus tax residents (183+ days) must file annually. Employers handle most deductions for employees.
Deadlines
Employed (electronic)31 July
Self-employed31 March + provisional by 30 Jun/31 Dec
Late penalty€100 + interest
Process
Register for TaxisNet
taxisnet.mof.gov.cy — online portal for all filings.
Gather documents
IR7 from employer, or P&L for self-employed. Dividend/rental records. SI/GeSY records.
Complete return
TD1 form for individuals. System calculates tax.
Submit and pay
Electronic submission. Pay via JCC Smart. Refunds can take months.
Need an Accountant?
Employed, salary only: probably not. Self-employed or complex income: yes, €200-500 for basic filing.
From a local: Use an accountant your first year. They’ll set up non-dom correctly. After that, file yourself if income is straightforward.