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Tax Department Issues Explanatory Guide for Tax Changes

Published January 9, 2026, 13:18
Tax Department Issues Explanatory Guide for Tax Changes

The Cyprus Tax Department has published an explanatory guide on the changes to taxation for individuals who are tax residents of Cyprus. The guide provides information and instructions regarding income tax and claiming tax deductions, applicable from the tax year 2026. A significant change is the increase in the tax-free amount from €19,500 to €22,000. The guide explains the tax return filing obligations for 2025 and 2026, as well as the new personal allowances introduced, such as those for dependent children, rent or mortgage interest, and energy upgrades to homes. The new allowances do not reduce the taxable income on which the maximum deduction of 1/5 for insurance premiums and contributions is calculated. The guide also includes Form T.F.59-Declaration for claiming tax deductions and examples of applying the tax reform. The Tax Department's aim is to facilitate taxpayers' understanding of the changes and compliance with the new provisions.