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Larnaca Expatriation Guide

Larnaca, the third largest city in Cyprus, perfectly combines urban life and seaside living. Home to the island's main international airport, it serves as the gateway for many expats who end up…

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Overview

Larnaca is located on the southeast coast of Cyprus, about 40 km from Nicosia.

  • Population: ~85,000 inhabitants
  • Airport: Larnaca International Airport (LCA) - main airport of Cyprus
  • Distance to Nicosia: 40 km
  • Distance to Limassol: 70 km
  • Climate: Mediterranean, 320+ sunny days/year

Healthcare

Larnaca has excellent public and private medical facilities.

  • Larnaca General Hospital: Main public hospital, 24/7 emergency
  • American Medical Center: International private clinic
  • Evangelismos Private Hospital: Modern private hospital

Taxation

Attractive non-dom status

The same national Cypriot tax rules apply in Larnaca.

Income BracketRate
0 - 22,000 EUR0%
22,001 - 32,000 EUR20%
32,001 - 42,000 EUR25%
42,001 - 72,000 EUR30%
Over 72,000 EUR35%

Rates in force since January 2026.

Education

Larnaca offers various educational options for expat families.

  • American Academy Larnaca: American curriculum, K-12
  • Pascal English School Larnaca: British curriculum
  • UCLan Cyprus: University of Central Lancashire campus

Cost of living

Larnaca is among the most affordable cities in Cyprus.

  • Monthly budget (couple): around EUR 1,800 to 2,200 excluding rent.
  • Highlights: close to the airport, with daily life cheaper than in Limassol or Nicosia.

Housing

Larnaca, a coastal city near the international airport, offers an affordable property market.

  • One-bedroom apartment rent: around EUR 500 to 700 / month.
  • House or villa rent: from around EUR 1,000 / month.
  • Purchase: roughly EUR 1,800 to 2,800 / sqm.

The seafront (Finikoudes, Mackenzie) and surrounding villages such as Oroklini are popular with expats.

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