Taxes in Northern Cyprus

Tax payments are an integral part of life in Northern Cyprus, including for foreigners.

At the same time, there is no well-developed online payment system in the northern part of the island, so to pay taxes you need to personally visit the offices of the tax authority. Below we explain where they are located, how they operate, and through which channels you can contact them.

• Website of the Tax Department of Northern Cyprus: vergi.gov.ct.tr

Tax Department branches by district

• Nicosia
• Famagusta
• Girne
• Güzelyurt
• İskele
• Lefke

Below the text you will find maps with the locations of all branches of the Northern Cyprus Tax Department.

Tax Office in Nicosia

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: 4B Kızılay, Lefkoşa
• Phone: +903922288143

Tax Office in Famagusta

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: Bülent Ecevit Bulvarı, Mağusa
• Phone: +903923665764

Tax Office in Girne

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: Mustafa Çağatay Caddesi, İhtiyat Sandığı Binası, Yukarı Girne
• Phone: +903928152159

Tax Office in Güzelyurt

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: Ankara Cd, Güzelyurt 99700
• Phone: +903927142132

Tax Office in İskele

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: 20 Temmuz Caddesi, İskele
• Phone: +903923712257

Tax Office in Lefke

• Working hours: 08:00–15:00, lunch break 12:30–13:00
• Address: Ahmet Paşa Sokak, Lefke
• Phone: +903927287540

Frequently Asked Questions about Taxes in Northern Cyprus

Do I need to pay tax if I work remotely?

You can freely continue your remote work on the island and pay taxes only in your own country. In addition, with a residence permit based on high income, as well as with a tourist visa, working is prohibited.

What is the tax on renting out property?

Property can be rented out both long-term and short-term. What the difference is in terms of taxation, we explain in this article.

Which taxes can be paid online?

Almost the only tax you can pay remotely is the road tax. Here is the instruction on how and where to pay it.

If you have any questions about taxes or accounting — you can always contact professional lawyers. They will help you understand the situation and find the right solution.