Solar panels in Northern Cyprus: installation, cost, and connection tips

Cyprus enjoys at least 300 sunny days a year, and more and more residents are considering installing solar panels.

Power outages are not uncommon in Northern Cyprus, especially in the summer. Therefore, solar panels are not just a way to save money, but a solution to increase home autonomy. It is important to understand: you won’t save much on electricity costs, but you can achieve independence from Kib-Tek.

• Connecting solar panels with grid feed-in
• Connecting solar panels autonomously
• Solar panel installation companies
• Cost of installing solar panels
• Frequently asked questions about electricity

Connecting solar panels with grid feed-in

Main feature: you lose autonomy when integrating with the general Kib-Tek network — the electricity supplier in Northern Cyprus. Energy feed-in only occurs when the grid is live: if the power is cut, you cannot sell or use your own production.

Pros: partial cost recovery is possible — with proper calculation, expenses can pay off in 2–3 years. However, Kib-Tek limits capacity, not allowing excess energy to be fed into the grid above the set limit.

Cons: lack of autonomy and the need to obtain permission from Kib-Tek. Permissions are often issued slowly or can be denied altogether, citing "technical impossibility." Additionally, connection requires installing a certified inverter and a bi-directional energy meter.

Interesting fact: according to recent data, fewer than 2,500 grid-connected systems operated in the TRNC — bureaucratic hurdles and high costs remain the main barriers to widespread adoption.

Connecting solar panels autonomously

Main advantage: complete independence from the electricity grid. During power outages, your system continues to operate. Autonomous systems require battery installation — capacity is selected based on the household’s daily consumption.

Disadvantages: high cost and long payback period. On average, the payback period is 10–15 years, while batteries need to be replaced roughly every 8–10 years, and panels gradually lose efficiency (up to 0.5–1% per year).

Permissions: officially, panel installation also requires notifying Kib-Tek, but when using a zero switch (1-0-2), many manage without permission. Inspections are rare, but officially such installations are considered "unregistered."

Tip: if planning full autonomy, be sure to include a UPS and a charge monitoring system to avoid battery overload.

Solar panel installation companies

Cabacaba

• Phone: +90 392 223 5279
• Website: cabacaba.com
• Location

CYS Solar

• Phone: +90 392 444 0297
• Location

Elsis LTD

• Phone: +90 392 225 4737
• Location

Yakup & Uğur Elektrik

• Phone: +90 548 864 97 44
• WhatsApp: +90 548 864 97 44
• Location

TBS Solar Energy Systems

• Phone: +90 392 444 0200
• Location

Derin Enerji Solar

• Phone: +90 542 886 3781
• Location

Double Sun

• Phone: +90 542 857 34 97
• WhatsApp: +90 542 857 3497
• Telegram
• Website
• Russian-speaking support

Cost of installing solar panels

Minimum prices start from €1000 for 1 kW panels. A turnkey 4 kW system costs approximately €6300. For an average-sized home with air conditioning and appliances, a 5–6 kW system is usually required, bringing the total close to €8–9k.

Factors affecting cost: inverter type, number of batteries, mounting structures, and roof complexity.

To get an accurate estimate, it is recommended to request quotes from at least three companies — prices in Northern Cyprus vary greatly.

Frequently asked questions about electricity

What are the current electricity tariffs?

You can find this information in the dedicated article.

How to pay for electricity in Northern Cyprus?

We provided detailed instructions on this topic in this article.

Who to call in case of a power outage?

If the power is out, call the nearest Kib-Tek office. The necessary phone numbers are published on this page.

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