Property & Real Estate Law Firm in Limassol, Cyprus
Leading Cyprus Property & Real Estate Lawyers
Our firm’s Property and Real Estate Department takes pride in its responsiveness, efficiency, reliability, and diligence in serving our clients in a cost-effective, time-efficient, and high-quality manner.
Top-Tier Real Estate Legal Services in Cyprus
Property deals can look straightforward at the start and become complicated once the paperwork is shared between all parties. A buyer may be focused on the price and location, while the real legal questions sit elsewhere: title, existing charges, contract terms, planning history, transfer formalities and whether the property can be acquired without problems at a later stage.
Karitzis Legal advises individuals, investors, developers and businesses on property and real estate matters in Cyprus. We help clients understand what they are buying, signing, leasing or developing, and we handle the legal work that supports a sound transaction.
Clear Advice Before You Commit
Property transactions carry risks when important checks are left too late. A proper legal review can reveal mortgages, rights, charges, covenants or other encumbrances registered against the property. Those issues do not always appear in the sales conversation, but they matter once money is committed and deadlines begin to tighten. Over the years, we’ve seen clients push for a sale out of fear of losing the property they have selected, even before completing the required due diligence.
That is why early legal advice matters. It gives clients a clearer picture of the asset, the paperwork and the process ahead.
What We Help With
Our property law firm’s team assists with a wide range of real estate matters in Cyprus, including:
- due diligence on immovable property
- checks for mortgages, rights, charges, covenants and other encumbrances
- drafting, reviewing and negotiating sale and purchase agreements
- drafting and reviewing construction agreements
- tenancy, lease, licence and other possession or use agreements
- stamp duty arrangements
- deposit of sale and purchase agreements with the Land Registry
- permissions required for third-country nationals acquiring property
- representation before the District Lands Office for transfer procedures
- delivery and handover arrangements following completion
Property Work That Stays Practical
Quality property advice should be clear, timely and useful. It should tell you where the risks sit, what needs to be done next and what deserves closer attention before the transaction moves forward.
Karitzis Legal provides practical legal support across the key stages of property transactions in Cyprus, with advice tailored to the facts of each deal rather than a standard template.
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If you need legal advice on buying, selling, leasing or developing property in Cyprus, Karitzis Legal can help you move forward with clarity and proper legal support.
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LATEST INSIGHTS
Obtaining a Tax Identification Code (TIC) and Applying for the Reduced 5% VAT Rate in Cyprus
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Amendment to the Immovable Property Law: “Trapped Buyers” Protection Restored
As of 4th July 2025, the Transfer and Mortgage of Immovable Property Law of 1965 (Law No. 9/1965) (hereinafter the “Law”) was amended.The amendment was
Amendments to the Real Estate (Special Execution) Law in Cyprus
The recent enactment of the Sale of Real Estate (Specific Performance) Law Ν.81(Ι)/2011 introduces notable changes to the legal framework governing immovable property transactions. The amended
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Property & Real Estate Law Frequently Asked Questions
A property lawyer in Cyprus helps you understand the legal position before you commit to the transaction. That includes reviewing the title, checking whether the property is subject to any charges or restrictions, examining the contract, and clearly explaining the transfer process. This is especially important where the buyer is overseas, the property forms part of an investment, or the deal involves a development, lease, or title issue that could create complications later.
The right checks depend on the property and the structure of the deal, but due diligence typically includes reviewing title, mortgages, rights, charges, covenants, encumbrances, planning matters, and the seller’s ability to transfer the property. These points can affect value, timing, and risk. Carrying them out early gives the buyer a clearer picture of the asset and reduces the chance of delays or legal problems after signing.
Yes. Legal support can include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sale and purchase agreements to ensure the terms align with the deal and protect the client’s position. A lawyer can identify unclear clauses, explain the practical effect of payment and completion provisions, and ensure the agreement properly addresses matters such as timing, obligations, defaults, possession, and transfer. A well-prepared contract helps prevent misunderstanding and reduces the risk of dispute later.
In some cases, yes. Third-country nationals may need permission to acquire property in Cyprus, and this should be considered at an early stage rather than left until the transaction is already underway. The position can vary depending on the buyer’s status and the nature of the acquisition. Seeking legal advice early helps overseas buyers understand the process, prepare the right paperwork, and avoid delays or procedural issues.
Yes. Property legal work is not limited to purchases and sales. It can also include tenancy agreements, commercial leases, licences to occupy, renewals, possession issues, and disputes arising from the use of the property. Clear legal drafting matters because the practical terms of occupation often become the source of disagreement later. Early advice helps landlords, tenants, investors, and businesses put workable arrangements in place from the beginning.
Signing the contract is only one step in the process. The next stage may involve stamp duty arrangements, deposit of the sale and purchase agreement with the Land Registry where applicable, satisfaction of agreed conditions, representation before the District Lands Office for transfer procedures, and completion matters such as handover and possession. Continued legal oversight helps keep the transaction organised and reduces the chance of problems appearing at the final stage.
