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Tax Rates for Purchasing Property in Northern Cyprus

Updated: 3 weeks ago
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As in any other country, when acquiring property, the buyer is required to pay a series of fees to the state.

Регистрация недвижимости на Северном Кипре

Property Purchase Taxes in Northern Cyprus

The total tax amount, excluding fees, is 17.5%. This includes the following contributions:

  • 0.5% stamp duty
  • 6% land registry fee
  • 5% VAT
  • 6% title transfer fee

Frequently Asked Questions

In what order are property purchase taxes paid?

First, the stamp duty and land registry fees are paid, then VAT, and finally the title transfer fee. More details are available in our tax breakdown for property purchases.

Where can I find contact information for the Northern Cyprus tax offices?

On this page, you will find general information about the TRNC tax service as well as contact details for all regional offices.

What else is needed for the property registration process in Northern Cyprus?

We’ve described the step-by-step property registration process in the TRNC here. In short: Signing the sale contract, registering it with the tax and land registry offices (TAPU), applying for permission, and transferring the title.

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