Constantinos
Lawyer · Nicosia, Cyprus
- 249 cases handled · 8 in this service
- 13+ years in practice
- Speaks: Russian, English
- Law, Democritus University of Thrace
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5.00(7 reviews)
Landlord & Tenant Disputes in Cyprus
Lawyers for tenants and landlords in Cyprus when a rental goes wrong — rent and rent increases, repairs, the deposit, renewal and the end of the lease — who first work out whether the tenancy falls under the Rent Control Law or under the contract alone.
About Landlord & Tenant Disputes in Cyprus
Landlord and tenant disputes in Cyprus — rental disputes over the rent, a rent increase, repairs, the deposit or the end of a lease — are settled under two different sets of rules. This page covers tenant rights in Cyprus and the landlord's side of the same questions, Cyprus rental laws in plain words, the Rent Control Law and the statutory tenant (in Greek θέσμιος ενοικιαστής), and the courts that hear these cases. Some older lists and lawyer pages call this service “Tenancy Disputes”. It is for expats renting a home, foreign owners letting their Cypriot property and businesses with a shop or office lease.
Two kinds of tenancy
Most recent rentals are governed by the tenancy agreement and the general law of contract, and their disputes go to the District Court. Older buildings in the areas covered by the Rent Control Law are different: when the agreed lease ends and the tenant stays, he or she can become a statutory tenant, protected against eviction and against rent rises beyond what the law allows, and disputes go to the specialised Rent Control Court. Which regime applies depends on the building, its location and the parties, and the law has been extended and amended more than once — so it is the first thing a lawyer checks.
Common disputes
- Rent arrears, or a landlord asking for more rent during the lease or on renewal.
- Repairs: who fixes what, and what happens when nobody does.
- The deposit kept at the end, often over claimed damage or unpaid bills.
- A landlord who enters without notice, cuts off utilities or changes the locks.
- Ending the lease early, or refusing to renew it.
Points to watch
Self-help is risky for both sides: a landlord cannot remove a tenant without a court order, and a tenant who stops paying over a repair dispute can lose the protection of the law. Written notices, photographs of the property at the start and at the end, and proof of every payment decide many cases. The rules on rental contracts and on how rent is paid have changed recently, so older templates may no longer fit.
What a lawyer does
A lawyer reads the tenancy agreement, identifies which law and which court apply, writes to the other side, negotiates and, where needed, files or defends the claim. A landlord who wants the property back is helped through tenant eviction; a new or renewed lease can be checked first through lease and rental contract review.
Questions and answers
Who is a statutory tenant in Cyprus?
A tenant of a property covered by the Rent Control Law who stays on after the agreed tenancy has ended or been lawfully terminated. Most recent lettings remain contractual.
Can the landlord raise the rent?
Under a contractual lease, only as the agreement allows or on renewal. For statutory tenancies, increases are limited by law and the Rent Control Court can set a fair rent.
The landlord keeps the deposit. What can be done?
The first step is a written request for the deductions to be explained and supported. Without agreement the claim goes to court, though many such disputes settle once a lawyer writes.
Is a tenancy agreement in English valid in Cyprus?
Yes. Many Cypriot leases are written in English; documents filed in court may need a Greek translation.
Can a dispute be handled from abroad?
Yes. A landlord or tenant living abroad can give a lawyer a power of attorney to send notices, negotiate and go to court.
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What our clients say about our service in Cyprus
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He was very responsive and went through the details in depth.
— Jiby24 Mar 2026 -
From the first contact the lawyer was informative and efficient. He asked us to come to the office only when it was necessary and told us about every relevant development. We felt very well looked after and in professional hands.
— Penny31 Oct 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer has given me peace of mind. Even when there was no response from the other party, she persevered, and ultimately there was a response and an offer to settle the matter. Many thanks! The assistance was excellent, and I will certainly recommend this service to any friends or clients who might need representation in Spain.
— Gregory21 Oct 2025 -
We hired the lawyer over a dispute with a landlord who had illegally rented us an uninhabitable property and would not refund a significant sum. She was incredibly professional and handled the situation expertly, which brought a fast resolution that pleased us a lot. She truly embodied the word "advocate", and throughout the process we felt she was acting in our best interests.
— Chloe24 Mar 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer replied to my enquiry quickly and gave excellent advice on the way to proceed in our situation. He was very approachable and helped me consider the best options. Law can be very confusing, but he explained everything simply, in perfect English, and I felt very happy to discuss our issue with him. I have already suggested him as a possible service provider to a friend who runs a business called Move to Spain.
— Priya19 Mar 2025 -
The lawyer had great knowledge and knew precisely how to settle our problems with the letting agent. On top of that, she is a warm and approachable person.
— Raymond23 Jan 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer was very helpful in solving the problem with my landlady. He was attentive, professional and effective, and everything was handled online in an easy way. Thanks a lot!
— Pouria05 Dec 2024Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer was a pleasure to work with: helpful, knowledgeable, and he gave sound advice about handling the case. He was reachable by phone and followed up with me regularly about how things stood. His English was perfect, so I never had trouble understanding him, and he made the whole experience easy and straightforward. I would definitely recommend him!
— Adam02 May 2024 -
The lawyer was highly professional and answered all my questions promptly. Her work was timely and very effective, and I ended up with an outcome that was reasonable and agreeable.
— Mike11 Mar 2024Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
Understanding and professional!
— ruth08 Sep 2023 -
The lawyer helped me quickly and efficiently through my issues. She is proficient in both Spanish and English, which is very helpful for me as I do not speak Spanish. I would certainly recommend her to anyone needing a lawyer in Spain.
— Brian25 Jul 2023 -
The lawyer was extremely professional, quite articulate and attentive to detail, and I am very satisfied with the assistance.
— Michel19 May 2023