Cyprus launches “Minds in Cyprus” to welcome you home—your next big opportunity awaits
Are you a Cypriot in your 30s, establishing your career abroad and juggling the pull of family, identity, and professional fulfilment? Cyprus is calling—and this time, it’s making an offer that’s hard to resist.
Why “Minds in Cyprus” matters for you
Earlier this year, President Nikos Christodoulides introduced “Minds in Cyprus,” a bold initiative to attract talented professionals back home. Unveiled at a high-profile event in London, the programme came with more than 750 Cypriots already keen to hear more .
Cyprus is transforming: job markets are burgeoning in tech, finance, innovation, energy, and healthcare. The country is rapidly becoming a vibrant knowledge economy, offering career growth, top-tier quality of life, and a chance to help shape its future .
What the programme offers you
- Significant tax relief
- A 25% income tax exemption, up to €25,000, for Cypriots who spent at least seven years working abroad post-studies.
- These measures complement the existing 50% exemption available to those overseas for 15+ years .
- Your all-in-one digital portal
- A clean, modern hub that offers job listings, housing support, healthcare advice, educational options, entrepreneurship tools, repatriation guidance—and more .
- Smart job matching
- A specialised platform pairing Cyprus-based companies with overseas Cypriot professionals. Your skills. The right opportunity. Seamless connection .
- Family support
- Fast-tracked naturalisation for spouses, accessible education for children, Greek language lessons, and social support tools—to make your homecoming smooth and holistic .
Why the timing works
Cyprus is on an upward trajectory. In 2024, the economy grew by 3.4%—among the strongest in the EU—while unemployment dropped to 4.9%. Tech sector contributions to GDP have increased, real wages are rising, and job vacancies—especially in tech—are up nearly 37% .
President Christodoulides put it best: “Cyprus is no longer just about sun and sea… It’s about opportunity, innovation, and a quality life.”
If you’ve ever felt torn between global opportunity and hometown roots, Minds in Cyprus might just be your turning point. It’s not just about coming back—it’s about doing so on your terms: with meaningful work, professional growth, better quality of life, and a supportive ecosystem to anchor your return.
Platform link: https://www.mindsincyprus.com/
Feature photo source: SHRM
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