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How much are the special defense contributions in Cyprus?

As Cyprus Non-Dom, you are exempt from the special defense contributions (SDC) in Cyprus.

Non Domiciled tax resident individual
Type of income Income tax SDC
Dividends Exempt Exempt
Interest Exempt Exempt
Rental Income Taxable (normal rates) Exempt

However, a tax residence domiciled in Cyprus will be subjected to a 17% interest tax rate and 30% for dividends based on the SDC law. The rent income will also be subjected to a 3% rate on 75% of the gross amount.

Domiciled tax resident individual
Type of income Income tax SDC
Dividends Exempt 17%
Interest Exempt 30%
Rental Income Taxable (normal rates) 3% on 75% of gross income