| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Restricted — rules apply |
| Permit / License Required | Yes — Deputy Ministry registration; subject to local quotas/moratoriums |
| Tax Rate | Same as national |
| Night / Day Cap | Under 30 days |
| Minimum Stay | No minimum |
| Penalties | Same as national (up to €5,000 / 1 year imprisonment) |
| Primary Residence Required | No |
Short-term rentals in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) are allowed but subject to significant restrictions under local regulations as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: Yes — Deputy Ministry registration; subject to local quotas/moratoriums.
Short-term rental operators in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) should be aware of these tax obligations: Same as national. Yes — same as national.
Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) include: Primary residence requirement: No. Rental day cap: Under 30 days. Minimum stay: No minimum.
Zoning considerations for short-term rentals in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras): Standard planning permit plus seasonal local restrictions. Density rules: Ayia Napa and Protaras introduced temporary moratoriums on new permits during peak summer months (since 2022). Insurance: Yes — fire/natural disaster cover (as national).
Hosts who fail to comply with Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras)'s short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. Same as national (up to €5,000 / 1 year imprisonment).
Platform obligations for services like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com operating in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras): Same as national.
Apply for your STR permit or registration directly through the official government portal.
Official Source ↗Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) but subject to restrictions. Hosts must comply with local permit requirements and zoning rules. Check current limits before applying; iconic beach-resort district with seasonal demand
Yes. Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) requires the following for short-term rental operation: Yes — Deputy Ministry registration; subject to local quotas/moratoriums.
Short-term rental hosts in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) are subject to the following tax obligations: Same as national.
Hosts who operate without proper permits in Famagusta (Ayia Napa / Protaras) may face enforcement. Same as national (up to €5,000 / 1 year imprisonment).
Famagusta accounts (with Paphos) for over two-thirds of registered listings; 1,702 units / 8,728 beds
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