Can Foreigners Buy Property in Cyprus in 2026? Current Rules, Proposed Restrictions and Legal Checks Before You Sign By Michalaki, Pitsillidou & Co LLC — MP Legal Updated: 11 November 2026 Yes, foreigners can buy property in Cyprus. However, purchasers who fall within the foreign-acquisition rules must obtain the necessary permission. The application process requires...Read More

Divorce in Cyprus for Foreign Nationals: Jurisdiction, Children, Property and What Happens When One Spouse Lives Abroad Cross-border marriages are now common in Cyprus. A couple may have married in another country, lived in Cyprus for only part of the marriage, hold different nationalities, own property in more than one jurisdiction, or have children who...Read More

Essential Steps for Buying Property in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Legal Guide Buying property in Cyprus is a rewarding investment that requires careful preparation. At Michalaki, Pitsillidou & Co LLC, we recommend undertaking specific actions to ensure a smooth, secure, and legally sound property acquisition. Step 1: Conduct Thorough Legal Due Diligence Before committing to any...Read More

Drafting a Cyprus Will for Property in Cyprus While Living Abroad Owning immovable property in Cyprus as a non-resident is a significant investment, but it also brings with it crucial responsibilities—especially when it comes to succession planning. If you reside abroad but own property in Cyprus, preparing a Cyprus Will governed by Cyprus law is...Read More

Pregnancy Discrimination During Job Applications in Cyprus: Know Your Rights In Cyprus, job applicants who are pregnant are legally protected from discrimination — yet many still face bias during the hiring process. Whether subtle or direct, pregnancy discrimination is both unethical and unlawful. This article explains how Cypriot law protects women from discrimination during employment...Read More

Αποδοχή Μαρτυρίας Ανηλίκου Μέσω Εικονοτηλεδιάσκεψης (Κύπρος 2024) Ιστορική χαρακτηρίζεται στα δικαστικά δρόμενα η αποδοχή μαρτυρίας ανηλίκου μέσω εικονοτηλεδιάσκεψης για υπόθεση γονικής μέριμνας, αφού είναι η πρώτη φορά στα χρονικά που γίνεται αποδεκτή η κατάθεση μάρτυρα εξ αποστάσεως, απόφαση η οποία επικυρώθηκε από το Ανώτατο Δικαστήριο, το οποίο έλαβε υπόψη πως επρόκειτο για μια ιδιάζουσα περίπτωση....Read More

Amendments to the Protection of Maternity Law in Cyprus Recent changes to the Protection of Maternity Law, effective from March 1, 2024, have increased maternity leave to 22 weeks. These modifications are designed to support both expectant mothers and those who were already on maternity leave by the specified date. Published in the Official Gazette...Read More

Navigating Property Disputes in Cyprus Family Law In Cyprus, the resolution of property disputes, especially among separated or divorced spouses, is a critical aspect of Cyprus family law. The Family Courts in Cyprus are vested with the authority to adjudicate these disputes, focusing specifically on assets located within Cyprus, whether they are movable or immovable....Read More

Ερώτηση 1: Έχω χάσει τα δικαιώματα μου εάν η συζυγική περιουσία, που αποκτήθηκε και με δικές μου δαπάνες, είναι εγγεγραμμένη στο όνομα του/της συζύγου μου; Απάντηση 1: Όχι, μπορείτε να αξιώσετε απόδοση του μεριδίου της περιουσίας, ανάλογα με την συνεισφορά σας κατά τη διάρκεια του γάμου ή πριν από το γάμο με σκοπό τον γάμο....Read More

Unlock Premier Cyprus Legal Solutions  Navigating the complex web of legal challenges requires adept guidance, especially in a regulatory landscape as diverse as Cyprus. Engaging in informed decisions, whether it be in personal affairs or steering a business, fundamentally involves availing meticulous legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances. In the context of Cyprus—where legal...Read More