According to recently adopted legislation, the right of working mothers to take a break during the workday for breastfeeding or providing additional care for their child has been extended from nine (9) to twelve (12) months after the child’s birth.
Over the past five years, several amendments have been introduced to extend the rights and benefits of new mothers and parents in the workplace, aiming to promote a better work-life balance.
As of April 30, 2025, the TaxisNet online portal in Cyprus is open for the submission of personal income tax returns for the 2024 tax year. This was officially announced by the Cyprus Tax Department under Ministerial Decree No. 384/2024.
Non-EU citizens looking to purchase property in Cyprus must adhere to specific legal restrictions to maintain balance in the real estate market and safeguard local ownership opportunities. These regulations impose various limitations on foreign buyers' acquisition and use of real estate.
Following the amendments made to Law 132(I)/2023, new requirements for Real Estate Sale and Purchase Agreements apply to those signed after December 12, 2023.
With the introduction of a new scheme to obtain Cyprus Citizenship, Cyprus—a member of the EU—offers visa-free travel to over 170 countries worldwide, including the Schengen Area, Canada, and the USA (with additional visa requirements for the USA).