Cyprus (DNV)

• Monthly minimum (USD): $4K
• Monthly minimum (native): 3,600 EUR

3-6 months bank statements + contracts

EUR 3,500/mo net. +20% (~EUR 700) for spouse, +15% per child.

• Becomes tax resident: After 183 days OR Cyprus 60-day rule (60 days + no other tax residency + Cyprus business or employment + permanent home in Cyprus)
• Special regime: Non-Dom status — 17 of any 20 years exemption from defense tax on dividends/interest/rents; 50% income exemption for high earners (Article 8(23)) ≥EUR 55K relocating to Cyprus, for up to 17 years
• Foreign income: If non-dom Cyprus tax resident: foreign dividends/interest exempt from Special Defence Contribution (SDC). Foreign employment income progressive PIT 0–35% (or 50% exempt under Article 8(23) if eligible). DNV typical earners just below the EUR 55K Article 8(23) cut-off.

Cyprus non-dom regime is the EU's best for investment/passive income. DNV-specific tax mention is light — but combination of non-dom + 50% income exemption for EUR 55K+ earners can be powerful.

• Must work for foreign employer: Yes
• Local clients allowed: No
• Local employment allowed: No
• Self-employed accepted: Yes
• Salaried vs freelance: both

• Spouse: Yes
• Children under 18: Yes
• Dependent adult children: No
• Parents dependent: No
• + Income per dependent: $700

+20% spouse, +15% per child. Family members can also apply for own DNV if eligible.