Cyprus self-employed tax guides
Plain-English explainers for TaxCalc CY users. Updated May 2026.
Self-employed tax in Cyprus
16.6% SI, GESY, 2026 brackets, who this applies to
Courier & delivery driver tax
Wolt, Bolt, minimum insurable income, quarterly SI
Quarterly social insurance deadlines
April, July, October, January — how much to set aside
Minimum Insurable Income (MII)
Why low declared income can still mean high SI bills
FAQ
- Is this calculator for employees or self-employed?
- TaxCalc CY is built for self-employed workers, freelancers, couriers, and sole proprietors who pay 16.6% social insurance. Employed salary workers use different (lower) employee contribution rates.
- How often do I pay social insurance in Cyprus?
- Self-employed workers typically follow quarterly cycles with key deadlines in April, July, October, and January, in addition to annual income tax obligations.
- What is minimum insurable income (MII)?
- If your declared earnings fall below a profession-specific floor, social insurance may still be calculated on that minimum amount — common for couriers and part-time freelancers.