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The 50% income exemption

New Cyprus residents earning over €55,000 a year from Cyprus employment can claim a 50% income tax exemption for up to 17 years if they were not previously Cyprus resident.

This guide is written for individuals, families and companies relocating to Cyprus. Rules change regularly and individual circumstances vary, so speak to a Tsquared accountant before acting. We regularly help clients with becoming tax resident, non-dom registration, new-resident income exemptions.

Key points

  • Salary above €55,000
  • Not resident in prior years
  • Up to 17 years
  • Claim through payroll

Challenges you face, solutions we provide

Challenge: Becoming tax resident

Our solution: Residency planning under the 183-day and 60-day rules with certificates obtained

Challenge: Non-dom registration

Our solution: Non-dom applications and 17-year SDC planning handled end to end

Challenge: New-resident income exemptions

Our solution: 50% and 20% exemption claims built into your payroll from month one

Challenge: Moving a business or team

Our solution: Company or branch set-up, substance and payroll ready before you arrive

Challenge: Exit tax in the home country

Our solution: Exit-tax review with your home-country adviser so nothing is taxed twice

Frequently asked questions

The 50% income exemption: what's the short answer?
New Cyprus residents earning over €55,000 a year from Cyprus employment can claim a 50% income tax exemption for up to 17 years if they were not previously Cyprus resident.
Can Tsquared help with the 50% income exemption?
Yes. We advise individuals, families and companies relocating to Cyprus in Cyprus on the 50% income exemption and handle the filings for you.

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