How to connect electricity when purchasing a property in the Republic of Cyprus

When purchasing a property in the Republic of Cyprus, electricity is usually set up through the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) as a Transfer of Supply (change of owner/tenant and transfer of the account to your name). The basic fee for transferring the account is 15 EUR + VAT. Additionally, a deposit may be required (for tenants it is paid upon signing the agreement with EAC, for owners it is charged in the first bill). If the electricity supply is disconnected, EAC may require an inspection of the electrical installation before signing the agreement, and reconnection fees are charged in the next bill.

• Electricity Connection When Purchasing a Resale Property
• Electricity Connection When Purchasing a New Property
• Paying for Electricity in Cyprus
• Frequently Asked Questions

Electricity Connection When Purchasing a Resale Property

The first thing you need to do is transfer the electricity account to your name. It is important to ensure that the previous owner has settled all outstanding electricity bills. After that, you can visit any EAC service center and sign a new Electricity Supply Agreement.

Documents Required for Electricity Connection When Purchasing a Resale Property

• Application to transfer the account to your name.
• Valid passport (or another valid identification document).
• Sale agreement or title deed.
• Payment of the account transfer fee.
• Payment of the deposit (if required).

According to official EAC information, during a Transfer of Supply (change of owner/tenant), the new customer opens a new account in their name, and the previous customer's agreement for the property is automatically terminated and the account closed. The basic fee for transfer is 15 EUR + VAT.

Important point: A mandatory condition for signing a new agreement with an active account is the previous customer's consent to terminate the agreement for the property. If the previous customer cannot be contacted, EAC provides for signing a declaration statement confirming that there is no other customer/tenant for the property.

If you are renting the property long-term, the process is the same, but instead of a sale agreement, you need to provide a rental agreement. EAC rules specify that the deposit for tenants is paid upon signing the agreement with EAC, while for owners it is charged in the first bill.

Official EAC page on connection/reconnection/account transfer procedures: Connections / Reconnection / Transfer of Supply.

Electricity Connection When Purchasing a New Property

Usually, the developer handles this process. However, you can do it yourself, although some documents must be obtained from the company that handed over the house for use.

Documents Required for Electricity Connection When Purchasing a New Property

• Application to open a new account.
• Sale agreement or title deed.
• Construction permit.
• Deposit (if required).
• Payment for the connection.

According to EAC, in the case of a New Connection, the application is first submitted to the distribution department (Regulated Activity Distribution). After the inspection date of the electrical installation is agreed, you can sign the Electricity Supply Agreement with EAC 1–5 days before the inspection date.

Connection fees depend on the stage of property commissioning. All tariffs can be found in this file. EAC rules also state that connection charges are determined by the distribution department and usually appear in the next customer bill.

If Electricity Is Disconnected

If the electricity supply at the property was disconnected, EAC states that before signing the agreement, the new customer must check whether an electrical installation inspection is required according to distribution rules. Reconnection fees are determined by the distribution department and usually appear in the next bill.

Paying for Electricity in Cyprus

Payment can be made in various ways: at service center terminals, at EAC office cash desks, through the jccsmart.com service, via your bank’s app, or the EAC app. We detailed all payment methods in the article “Paying for Electricity in the Republic of Cyprus”.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Contact the Electricity Supplier in Cyprus?

Addresses and contacts of EAC offices are listed on the page “Paying for Electricity in the Republic of Cyprus”. Additionally, the EAC website has an official page for connections/transfers/reconnections and online contacts. You can also call support at 1818 or 1800.

How Much Does an Account Transfer (Change of Owner/Tenant) Cost?

According to EAC, the fee for Transfer of Supply is 15 EUR + VAT.

Is the Previous Owner’s/Tenant’s Consent Required?

Yes, EAC states that if there is an active account, the previous customer’s consent is required to terminate the agreement for the property. If they cannot be contacted, EAC allows signing a declaration statement confirming that there is no other customer/tenant for the property.

When Should the Deposit Be Paid?

EAC rules state: for tenants, the deposit is paid upon signing the agreement with EAC; for owners, the deposit is usually charged in the first bill.

What to Do If Electricity Is Disconnected?

If the supply is disconnected, before signing the agreement, the new customer must check whether an electrical installation inspection is required. Reconnection charges are determined by the distribution department and usually appear in the next bill.

How to Check Electricity Debt in Cyprus?

The EAC app will display information about your account. After registering on the EAC website, you can also see account details. You can also call 1818 and provide your 11-digit account number.