Pay Zero Tax on Dividends & Interest Income
Cyprus Non-Domiciled residents enjoy a full exemption from Special Defence Contribution (SDC) on dividends and interest — for up to 17 years.
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Why Choose Cyprus Non-Dom Status?
Cyprus offers one of Europe's most attractive personal tax regimes for individuals relocating from abroad.
Zero SDC on Dividends & Interest
Non-domiciled residents are fully exempt from the 17% Special Defence Contribution on dividend income and 30% on interest income.
No Inheritance or Wealth Tax
Cyprus has no inheritance tax, gift tax, estate duty, or wealth tax — protecting your assets for future generations.
Employment Income Exemption
First-time employees in Cyprus earning over €55,000 benefit from a 50% exemption on employment income for up to 17 years.
60-Day Tax Residency Rule
Become a Cyprus tax resident with just 60 days of physical presence per year, subject to specific conditions.
Capital Gains Exemption
Gains from the sale of shares, bonds, and other securities are fully exempt from capital gains tax in Cyprus.
Corporate Benefits Synergy
Combine Non-Dom status with a Cyprus company (15% corporate tax) to create a highly efficient personal and corporate tax structure.
How It Works
Our tax specialists manage your entire Non-Dom setup — from residency planning to ongoing compliance.
Free Consultation
We assess your personal circumstances, residency options, and income sources to determine the optimal tax strategy.
Residency & Tax Setup
We handle your tax residency application, Non-Dom registration, and any required corporate structuring.
Ongoing Support
We manage annual tax returns, compliance monitoring, and ensure you continue to benefit from all available exemptions.
What's Included
Our comprehensive Non-Dom advisory service covers every aspect of your Cyprus relocation.
- Non-Dom eligibility assessment
- Tax residency planning (60-day vs 183-day rule)
- SDC exemption structuring and documentation
- Employment income exemption advisory
- GeSY (national health) contribution planning
- Corporate structure optimisation
- Annual personal tax return preparation
- Ongoing compliance and regulatory updates
Trusted by Individuals Worldwide
Hear from people who have relocated to Cyprus and transformed their tax position.
“Moving to Cyprus as a Non-Dom was the best financial decision I've made. Zero tax on my dividend income and the team at Philippou handled everything smoothly.”
Michael T.
Digital Entrepreneur
“The Non-Dom status means my pension and investment income from the UK is taxed far more efficiently. Philippou's team made the transition completely stress-free.”
Sarah L.
Retired Investor
“The combination of Non-Dom status with a Cyprus holding company has significantly reduced my overall tax burden. Excellent ongoing compliance support.”
Andreas M.
HNWI, Wealth Advisor
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cyprus Non-Dom tax status.
Non-Domiciled (Non-Dom) status is available to individuals who are tax residents of Cyprus but not domiciled there. It provides a full exemption from Special Defence Contribution (SDC) on dividends, interest, and rental income for up to 17 years.
Any individual who was not born in Cyprus to Cypriot-domiciled parents, or who has not been a Cyprus tax resident for 17 of the last 20 years, automatically qualifies as Non-Domiciled upon becoming a Cyprus tax resident.
You can become a Cyprus tax resident by spending just 60 days in Cyprus per year, provided you: do not spend more than 183 days in any other single country, are not tax resident elsewhere, maintain a permanent home in Cyprus, and carry on business or are employed in Cyprus.
Non-Doms are exempt from SDC on dividends (normally 17%), interest (normally 30%), and rental income (normally 3%). Cyprus also has no inheritance tax, gift tax, or wealth tax.
Non-Dom status is available for a maximum of 17 years from the date you become a Cyprus tax resident. After that, you become domiciled in Cyprus and SDC applies.
Individuals who were not tax residents of Cyprus before their employment started, and who earn over €55,000 per year, can claim a 50% exemption on their employment income for up to 17 years (starting from 2022 or first year of employment).
Yes, Cyprus tax residents contribute to GeSY at 2.65% on employment income, 2.65% on rental/interest/dividend income (capped at €180,000), and 1.7% on pension income.
Non-Dom status applies automatically when you become a Cyprus tax resident. The administrative setup — including tax registration, residency documentation, and corporate structuring — typically takes 4–6 weeks.
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