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Cyprus proposes limits on short-term rentals

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24 June 2025

Cyprus proposes limits on short-term rentals

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The Deputy Ministry of Tourism in Cyprus is attempting to limit short-term rentals by capping property ownership, but its proposal was rejected by the Legal Service, prompting further discussions and a push to enforce EU regulations.

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At the beginning of 2025, the Deputy Ministry of Tourism in Cyprus proposed a measure to limit short-term rental development to two units per legal or natural person listed in the relevant register. This initiative aimed to address the issue of unregulated rental practices, often linked to foreign investment. However, the Legal Service of the Republic did not approve the initial proposal, stating that such a restriction could not be implemented. Despite this, the Ministry is continuing discussions with the Legal Service and is also working to align national regulations with the provisions of European Regulation 2024/1028.

For further information on the Ministry’s role in improving market regulation, please refer to the attached link.

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