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Moving to Cyprus starts with choosing a city: Nicosia (the capital), Limassol (modern, with beaches and nightlife), Paphos (quieter, historic) or Larnaca (a laid-back coastal lifestyle). Expatify's moving hub links to area guides for each city, housing essentials for renting or buying, and practical expat tips on food, work and settling in.
- Four main regions are covered: Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos and Larnaca.
- Each region has sub-area guides, six per city.
- Housing essentials cover the property market, rental processes and settling in.
- Expat tips cover supermarkets, finding work and overcoming homesickness.
Where should you live in Cyprus?
This hub brings together practical guidance for relocating to Cyprus, from understanding the local areas to managing everyday household needs. Start by choosing a region, then dive into its area guides.
Paphos
A quieter historic town with archaeological sites and beaches. See the Paphos guide.
Area guides: Polis, Yeroskipou, Pegeia, Chloraka, Kissonerga and Paphos Town. Start with the Polis area guide.
Limassol
Modern amenities, beaches, nightlife and cultural heritage. See the Limassol guide.
Area guides: Pissouri, Saripolou Square, Neapolis, Old Town, Marina and Agios Athanasios.
Nicosia
The capital, mixing city life with a divided history. See the Nicosia guide.
Area guides:
Larnaca
A laid-back coastal lifestyle with seafront promenades. See the Larnaca guide.
Area guides: Pervolia, Livadia, Oroklini, Chrysopolitissa, Aradippou and Anglisides.
What are the housing essentials for moving to Cyprus?
This section covers the property market, rental processes and settling in comfortably.
- Essential checklist for moving to Cyprus: what you need to know
- Your essential relocation guide
- Top expat neighbourhoods for 2025
- Buying furniture in Cyprus
See also the full housing guide.
What expat tips help you settle in?
Advice on daily life, saving money and local experiences:
- Supermarkets in Cyprus: your guide to shopping and Cyprus food
- Finding work in Cyprus: a guide to moving and settling in
- The essential moving checklist and relocation guide listed above
- From Homesick to Happy: Navigating Expat Life in Cyprus
Explore the guides
- Essential Checklist for Moving to Cyprus: What You Need to Know
- Cyprus Residency Permits: Everything You Need to Know in 2025
- GESY in Cyprus: A Complete Guide to the Cyprus Healthcare System
- Finances Made Easy: A Real-World Guide for Expats in Cyprus
- Finding Work in Cyprus: A Guide to Moving and Settling In
- Finding the Best International Schools in Cyprus for Your Children
- How to Pay Road Tax in Cyprus: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Understanding Non-Dom Status and Taxes in Cyprus: A Smart Guide for New Residents
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Contains affiliate linksFrequently asked questions
Which cities can you move to in Cyprus?
The hub covers four regions: Nicosia, the capital that mixes city life with a divided history; Limassol, with modern amenities, beaches, nightlife and cultural heritage; Paphos, a quieter historic town with archaeological sites and beaches; and Larnaca, with a laid-back coastal lifestyle and seafront promenades.
Are there guides to individual neighbourhoods?
Yes. Each region links to six sub-area guides, for example Pissouri and Neapolis in Limassol, Polis and Pegeia in Paphos, Strovolos and Lykavitos in Nicosia, and Oroklini and Livadia in Larnaca.
