Moving to Czech Republic from Cyprus

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Cyprus to Czech Republic? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Cyprus to Czech Republic, you would find that Czech Republic is 11.5% cheaper than Cyprus overall. A €64,826 salary in Cyprus would need to be roughly CZK1,377,709 in Czech Republic to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Czech and Slovak. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Prague averages 57°F vs 80°F in Nicosia, making it significantly cooler.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Cyprus and Czech Republic.

What does your salary buy?

€64,826 CZK1,377,709

To maintain the same standard of living in Czech Republic

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 10.5% less

Groceries

pay 16.0% less

Transportation

pay 17.6% less

Housing

pay 10.5% less

Childcare

pay 5.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 11.4% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 EUR = 24.15 CZK (June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Cyprus to Czech Republic.

Moved in 2023
12 ↓ 43% vs 2022

people moved from Cyprus to Czech Republic · OECD (latest data available)

Who's moving to Czech Republic?

Top countries of origin for Czech Republic's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Czech Republic compared to Cyprus.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

CY
0.9
CZ
0.8
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CY
3.9
CZ
5.2

Cyprus generally does better on safety, though Czech Republic leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

CY
$4,538
CZ
$4,674
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

CY
35.5
CZ
42.5

Cyprus generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CY
16.0
CZ
33.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CY
5.4t
CZ
7.1t

Cyprus performs better than Czech Republic across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CY
38.6
CZ
38.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CY
32.1%
CZ
20.5%

Czech Republic generally does better on infrastructure, though Cyprus leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CY
6.0%
CZ
2.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CY
$50,600
CZ
$47,700

Czech Republic generally does better on employment & economy, though Cyprus leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CY
79.7 yrs
CZ
79.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CY
8.4
CZ
2.4

Cyprus generally does better on family life, though Czech Republic leads in infant mortality.

Data: Inland Revenue Department of the Republic of Cyprus, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Nicosia Rain: 13.5 in/yr (342 mm)
80° / 57°F

Avg. annual high / low

Prague Rain: 17.1 in/yr (435 mm)
57° / 43°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Nicosia Prague
Jan–Mar 63°/44°F (17°/7°C) 42°/31°F (5°/-1°C)
Apr–Jun 85°/60°F (29°/15°C) 67°/48°F (19°/9°C)
Jul–Sep 97°/71°F (36°/22°C) 74°/56°F (23°/13°C)
Oct–Dec 74°/52°F (23°/11°C) 47°/37°F (8°/2°C)
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Month Nicosia Prague
Jan 60°/42°F (15.7°/5.8°C) 37°/28°F (2.6°/-2.4°C)
Feb 61°/43°F (16.3°/6.0°C) 40°/29°F (4.4°/-1.8°C)
Mar 68°/46°F (20.1°/7.8°C) 48°/35°F (9.1°/1.5°C)
Apr 76°/52°F (24.3°/10.9°C) 59°/41°F (15.1°/5.1°C)
May 85°/59°F (29.6°/15.2°C) 69°/49°F (20.3°/9.7°C)
Jun 94°/68°F (34.3°/20.0°C) 73°/55°F (22.8°/12.7°C)
Jul 100°/73°F (37.5°/22.7°C) 78°/58°F (25.3°/14.5°C)
Aug 100°/73°F (37.5°/22.7°C) 77°/58°F (25.1°/14.2°C)
Sep 92°/67°F (33.6°/19.5°C) 68°/51°F (19.9°/10.5°C)
Oct 84°/61°F (28.8°/15.9°C) 58°/44°F (14.2°/6.4°C)
Nov 73°/51°F (22.6°/10.6°C) 45°/36°F (7.2°/2.1°C)
Dec 64°/45°F (17.8°/7.3°C) 38°/30°F (3.4°/-1.1°C)

Data: Department of Meteorology Department of Meteorology, Czech Hydrometeorological Institute Czech Hydrometeorological Institute

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Cyprus and Czech Republic. To live, work, or study long-term in Czech Republic, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Czech Republic's immigration authority.

Cyprus passport

Cyprus passport holder visiting Czech Republic

Visa Free
Cyprus passport holders can enter Czech Republic without a visa.
Czech Republic passport

Czech Republic passport holder visiting Cyprus

Visa Free
Czech Republic passport holders can enter Cyprus without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Czech Republic than Cyprus?

On average Czech Republic is about 12% less expensive than Cyprus, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Czech Republic?

Budget about CZK344,427 for 3 months in Czech Republic (based on a €64,826 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Czech Republic?

Connectivity is usually fine (Czech Republic: 38.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Czech Republic offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Czech Republic safe for expats?

Cyprus generally does better on safety, though Czech Republic leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Czech Republic is 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.9 in Cyprus.

How is healthcare in Czech Republic compared to Cyprus?

Cyprus generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 42.5 doctors per 10,000 people in Czech Republic, compared to 35.5 in Cyprus. Czech Republic scores 84 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Cyprus: 81).

What's the weather like in Czech Republic compared to Cyprus?

The average high temperature in Prague is 57°F, compared to 80°F in Nicosia. Prague receives around 17.1 in of rainfall per year, while Nicosia gets 13.5 in.

What language do they speak in Czech Republic?

The official languages in Czech Republic are Czech and Slovak. In Cyprus, the official languages are Greek and Turkish.

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At a Glance

CY CZ
Population 1,295,102 10,705,384
Currency Euro (€) Czech Republic Koruna (CZK)
Languages Greek, Turkish Czech, Slovak
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +357 +420
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 112