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Everything you need to know to hire compliantly in Cyprus

Employer of Record (EoR) in Cyprus

Employment contracts in Cyprus

Payroll and benefits in Cyprus

Leave and time off in Cyprus

Employee protection in Cyprus

End of employment in Cyprus

Recent developments in Cyprus

Local and international employment law is always changing. Thankfully, we keep a close eye on the latest developments, so you don’t have to. Read on to find out what’s been happening in Cyprus.

Mandatory digital submission of employment terms via ERGANI system (2025)

As of 2 January 2025, all employers in Cyprus are required to digitally register the essential terms of employment for their employees through the ERGANI information system. This mandate, established by Ministerial Decree Κ.Δ.Π. 455/2024 under the Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions Law (Law 25(I)/2023), aims to enhance transparency and compliance in employment relationships. Employers had until February 28, 2025, to complete this registration process.

Enhanced protections against workplace discrimination (2025)

Amendments to the Provision of Independent Assistance to Victims of Discrimination Regulations in 2024 have strengthened protections for employees facing discrimination in the workplace. These changes aim to provide better support mechanisms for victims and ensure a more inclusive and equitable work environment across Cyprus.

Report on the need for improved conditions for migrant domestic workers (2025)

In April 2025, the Council of Europe’s anti-trafficking body, GRETA, reported concerns regarding the treatment of migrant domestic workers in Cyprus. The report highlighted issues such as wages significantly below the national minimum, excessive working hours, and inadequate legal protections, rendering these workers vulnerable to exploitation and trafficking. GRETA urged Cypriot authorities to ensure equal rights and protections for migrant workers, including fair wages and improved access to legal aid.

Voluntary military service for women (2025)

In a significant move towards gender equality, Cyprus’ parliament approved legislation in April 2025 permitting women to volunteer for military service in the National Guard. Previously, only men were subject to compulsory service. Under the new law, women meeting specific physical standards can volunteer for a six-month service term. The first female volunteers are expected to begin training in October 2025. This development not only promotes inclusivity but also opens up new career pathways for women in defense and related sectors.

Pension reform and Cost of Living Adjustment (CoLA) modernisation (2025)

In 2025, the government prioritised pension system reform, including modernising the Social Insurance Fund’s investment policy and strengthening occupational pension schemes, especially in the private sector. Efforts also include reforming the Cost of Living Adjustment (CoLA) system and taking stronger action against undeclared work.

Employer of Record in Cyprus

Hiring internationally usually means setting up a local legal entity. But that’s an expensive process that can take months to complete.

Engaging talent through an Employer of Record (EoR) can save your business time and money, and ensure compliance with local and international labour laws and tax regulations.

Learn everything you need to know about hiring workers through an EoR in Cyprus with our complete guide.

Employment contracts in Cyprus

We’ll cover:

Contract terms
Fixed-term contracts and extensions
Regulations around remote work
Working hours and overtime

Payroll & benefits in Cyprus

Every country handles employee compensation differently. As an employer, you need to be clued up on the minimum wage, statutory benefits and more, so you can treat your workers fairly and avoid putting your business at risk.

And that’s not all: you also need an understanding of the norms and customs that shape employee expectations around pay in Cyprus. These might not be legal requirements, but they’re still important to your workers.

Read our guide to find out what you need to know about payroll and benefits in Cyprus.

Leave and time off in Cyprus

As an employer, you need to understand your employees’ rights when it comes to paid time off. Read on for our guide to leave entitlements in Cyprus, including paid holidays, maternity and parental leave, public holidays and more.

Employee protections in Cyprus

Hiring abroad comes with a lot of risk — and ignorance of the rules is no excuse. Protect your business (and your employees) by finding out what you can and can’t do as an employer in Cyprus.

We’ll cover:

Whistleblower protections
Data privacy
Equal treatment for temporary agency workers
Anti-discrimination laws
Pay equity legislation

End of employment in Cyprus

Every working relationship comes to an end — and it’s important to understand what that will look like before it happens. Read our guide to find out what you need to know before you part ways with a worker in Cyprus.

We’ll talk about:

Notice periods
Rules about termination
Post-termination restraints
Transfers of undertaking

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