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Getting Official: How to Get Your Social Insurance and Tax ID (TIC) in 2025

After securing your residency permit (like the Yellow Slip), the next crucial steps involve integrating into the Cypriot social security and tax systems. Obtaining a Social Insurance Number and a Tax Identification Code (TIC) is mandatory if you plan to work or run a business. This CyExpats.com guide breaks down both processes into simple, manageable steps.

The Logical Order of Operations: Don't try to get everything at once. The system has a clear sequence. Follow this path for a smoother experience.

1. Get Residency
(Yellow Slip / Permit)
→
2. Get Social Insurance
(If working)
→
3. Get Tax ID (TIC)

Part 1: How to Get Your Social Insurance Number

A Social Insurance number is essential for anyone employed or self-employed in Cyprus. Contributions to this fund cover pensions, unemployment benefits, and access to the public healthcare system (GESY). Your employer is legally obligated to ensure you are registered.

Step-by-Step Process:

  1. Complete the Application Form: Download and fill out the "Application for Registration of an Insured Person" form. Your employer can provide this or you can find it at a Social Insurance District Office.
  2. Gather Your Documents: You'll need a small set of documents to support your application. See the checklist below.
  3. Visit a Social Insurance District Office: You must submit the application in person at the office in your district.
  4. Receive Your Number: If all documents are correct, the number is often issued very quickly, sometimes on the same day or within a few days.

Document Checklist for Social Insurance

Document Purpose
Completed Application Form The main application to initiate the process.
Valid Passport or National ID Card To prove your identity.
Residency Permit (e.g., Yellow Slip) To prove your legal right to reside and work in Cyprus.
Confirmation of Engagement by Employer or Employment Contract To prove you are employed in Cyprus.

💰 Calculate Your Contributions & Net Pay
Once you're employed, you'll need to contribute to social insurance and pay income tax. Figure out your take-home pay with our handy calculators:
- 👉 For employees: Income Tax & GESY Calculator
- 👉 For freelancers: Self-Employment Income & Tax Calculator

Part 2: How to Get Your Tax Identification Code (TIC)

A Tax Identification Code (known as a TIC or TIN) is your unique number with the Cyprus Tax Department. You need it to file taxes, and your employer will require it for payroll. As of 2024, this process is done exclusively online through the new Tax For All (TFA) portal.

Step-by-Step Online Process:

  1. Create a TFA Account: Go to the Tax For All (TFA) Portal and choose to create an account. You will need to provide your personal details and verify your email address via a confirmation link.
  2. Start New Taxpayer Registration: Once logged into your TFA account, select the option to 'Register as a new taxpayer' and choose 'Register an Individual'.
  3. Complete the Online Form & Upload Documents: Fill in the required details as prompted by the online form. You will be required to upload digital copies of your supporting documents (see checklist below).
  4. Submit and Receive Your TIC: After submitting the request, the Tax Department will review your application. Once approved (typically within a few working days), your TIC will be issued and linked to your TFA account. You will be notified by email and will also receive credentials for the TAXISnet system within three working days, which is used for filing tax returns.

Document Checklist for Tax ID (TIC) Registration

Document Purpose
Valid Passport or National ID Card (digital copy) To prove your identity.
Residency Permit (e.g., Yellow Slip for EU citizens) (digital copy) This is the most critical document, proving your status in Cyprus.

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