Freedom Score

Emigrating from Slovenia to Cyprus: tax and cost of living

How does Cyprus score against Slovenia? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€1,967
Per year vs. Slovenia+€4,585

Non-dom · 0% dividends and interest · EU member

Tax

76/100

Residency

90/100

Cost of living

78/100

Living environment

68/100

Mobility

94/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Slovenia income of €28,800 gross per year, you keep €23,602 net in Cyprus: a difference of €4,585 per year compared with Slovenia.

  • Tax: on this income Cyprus lands at an effective rate of about 18%, against 34% in Slovenia.
  • Passport and mobility: from Cyprus you travel visa-free to 175 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Cyprus scores 90 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Cyprus a living-environment score of 68 out of 100.

The tax regime in Cyprus

Cyprus offers a non-domiciled regime exempting dividends and interest income from all taxation for up to 17 years. Corporate tax is 12.5%, among the lowest in the EU. There is no wealth or inheritance tax.

Residency and visas in Cyprus

EU citizens can settle in Cyprus without restrictions. Non-EU nationals can apply for residency via Category F or a digital nomad permit. Permanent residency is available after five years of legal residence.

  • EU Freedom of Movement Registration · 5 years to permanent residency
  • Category F Alien Registration Certificate · €9,568/year · 5 years to permanent residency
  • Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa · €3,500/year · 5 years to permanent residency
  • Cyprus Investment-based Residency (PRP) · €300,000
Read the full guide to CyprusTax, residency routes, property rules and quality of life, with sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Slovenia and Cyprus?
On an average Slovenia income it differs by roughly €4,585 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

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