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Limassol Expatriation Guide

Limassol is the second largest city in Cyprus and its economic center. A true hub for international businesses, especially in finance and shipping, it attracts a large community of expats from around…

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Overview

Limassol is the most cosmopolitan city in Cyprus, located on the south coast.

  • Population: ~235,000 inhabitants (metro area)
  • Airports: Larnaca (70 km) or Paphos (65 km)
  • Port: Largest port in Cyprus, Mediterranean hub
  • Distance to Nicosia: 85 km
  • Climate: Mediterranean, warmest in Cyprus

Healthcare

Limassol has the best medical facilities in Cyprus after Nicosia.

  • Limassol General Hospital: Largest public hospital in the region
  • Mediterranean Hospital: High-end private hospital
  • Ygia Polyclinic: Large private multidisciplinary clinic
  • Apollonion Private Hospital: Modern care and maternity

Taxation

Attractive non-dom status

Limassol hosts many international companies thanks to Cyprus's favorable tax regime.

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.

Business Benefits

  • Corporate tax: 15% (one of the lowest in Europe)
  • No withholding tax on dividends paid abroad
  • Many double tax treaties

Education

Limassol offers the widest choice of international schools in Cyprus.

  • Heritage Private School: British curriculum, highly reputed
  • Foley's School: One of the oldest British schools
  • The Grammar School Limassol: British IGCSE/A-Levels
  • Pascal English School Limassol: Large British school
  • Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK): Public technical university

Cost of living

Limassol is the most expensive city in Cyprus, particularly for housing.

  • Monthly budget (couple): around EUR 2,200 to 2,800 excluding rent.
  • Profile: the most international and dynamic city on the island, home to many companies (finance, tech, shipping).

Housing

Limassol has the most expensive property market in Cyprus, driven by its business hub and marina.

  • One-bedroom apartment rent: around EUR 900 to 1,300 / month (more near the marina).
  • Villa rent: often above EUR 2,000 / month.
  • Purchase: roughly EUR 3,000 to 5,000 / sqm, among the highest on the island.

The city centre, the marina and the tourist area concentrate demand from expats and international professionals.

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