Cyprus

Emigrating to Cyprus

Moving to Cyprus is now easier than ever, as Cyprus has been part of the EU since 2004. However, there are still several things to consider when emigrating to this island. On this page, we’ll share not only interesting facts about your move to Cyprus, but also all the special regulations surrounding your relocation! Are you ready?

Why choose this island?

Crystal-clear waters, many archaeological wonders, and a Mediterranean climate. The Cypriot lifestyle is waiting for you. Why do people choose to move to this island? Based on our own experiences, we have put together six reasons for you:

6 reasons to emigrate to Cyprus

The wonderful climate, stunning beaches, and clear blue sea.
The excellent and unique gastronomy.
Favorable income tax: If you earn less than €19,500 per year, you pay no tax at all.
Lower cost of living: On average, it's 20-30% lower than in the Netherlands or Belgium.
Great working environment: Respect, trust, punctuality, and hospitality are the core values of the work culture.
Better work-life balance.

Transport possibilities

We offer you four moving options:

Excellent: Fully taken care of and you determine the moving dates! Everything will be arranged for you. From moving boxes to packing, loading, and unloading.

Comfort: The quality of a certified moving company, but still affordable moving. To reduce costs, various household goods are combined.

Regular: Good option if you plan to help with moving tasks, but still want the most important moving activities to be guaranteed.

Budget: We take care of transportation, you arrange the rest!

Check our transport options

This is how you emigrate without stress

A good preparation will save you a lot of stress. We hope that this information will give you a good start. Additionally, our advice is to involve several specialists who can help relieve the burden for you and your family, as organizing everything takes much more time than a domestic move. You should also not underestimate the emotional stress that comes with it, such as saying goodbye to family members, etc.

Since we handle international moves on a daily basis, we understand better than anyone the challenges people face. Do you have any questions? Feel free to ask. We will gladly answer them without obligation and, with love, take care of the entire moving process for you, from your door in the Netherlands to your Cypriot door.

To take into account...

Don’t forget to register with your local municipality in Cyprus. You will need this registration to live and work in Cyprus. Please note! This registration is valid for five years. You can apply for it at the immigration office in your new region in Cyprus.
After registering with your municipality, you should also apply for your Tax Identification Code (TIC) . You will need this to file your tax returns, and it will serve as your fiscal number. With your unique registration number, you can register on the TAXISnet platform for your tax filings.
Opening a bank account can be done at Alfabank, Astrobank, Eurobank, or Kentrike Trapeza tis Kyprou. The process is easy. You will need to bring your ID card, a bank statement from your current bank, and a copy of your property purchase or rental agreement.
Cyprus is part of the EU and thus follows the free movement of goods within the EU. However, a document must be prepared as your belongings will be outside the EU zone during the journey. But don’t worry; we will take care of that for you!

Lastly, don’t forget to enjoy the delicious cuisine that the country has to offer! We recommend trying souvlakia and stifado with rabbit!

Are you ready for your Cypriot adventure?

These are your benefits if you choose us. Halo helps you with:

A completely worry-free moving experience to your new home in Cyprus!
All furniture is packed by our professional ‘packers’ to be sea-worthy, ensuring nothing gets damaged during the sea crossing!
packing and unpacking your moving boxes by moving professionals;
safely transporting your valuable possessions to your new 'home';
checking and fulfilling your moving requirements during this emigration;
planning the move together so it seamlessly meets your expectations;
you get a dedicated contact person who can handle all your questions. He or she arranges everything for you. Think of things like temporary storage or a simple parking permit.