
Transferring electricity bills to your name is an essential step when purchasing property or signing a lease agreement in Cyprus. This ensures correct billing and may be required for migration procedures or opening a bank account. This article outlines the main steps and application options, including the possibility of applying online, as well as information on service fees.
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Documents and Preparation
To successfully transfer electricity bills to your name, you will need the following documents:
Passport or residence permit.
Lease contract, sales agreement, or property title deed.
Contact information: phone number and email address.
These documents are necessary to confirm your identity and your right to use the property.
Application Process
In-Person Application
To transfer bills, you can personally visit one of the offices of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC). The staff at the office will help you fill out all the necessary forms. The transfer process is usually completed in one visit, after which you will receive a receipt for the payment of a refundable deposit.
Online Application
You can also apply online. To do this, send scanned copies of all required documents to the email address of the appropriate EAC customer service center. After the documents are verified, you will receive a supply contract via email, which you will need to sign and return.
Deposits and Fees
When transferring the bills, you are required to make a deposit, the amount of which depends on your citizenship and property ownership status:
€75 for Cypriot citizens, European Union citizens, and third-country nationals who are property owners.
€200 for Cypriot citizens and EU citizens who are not property owners.
€350 for third-country nationals who are not property owners.
In addition, there is a fee of €15 + VAT for transferring the account, which covers the administrative costs of processing the application.
Data Update Timelines
After the transfer procedure is completed, the data in the EAC system is updated within two working days, allowing the new owner or tenant to receive bills in their name within a few days.
EAC Office Addresses
Here are the addresses of the main branches of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus where you can transfer electricity bills:
Head Office
11 Amfipoleos Str., 2025 Strovolos, P.O.Box 24506, 1399 Lefkosia, Cyprus
Nicosia
15 Foti Pitta Str., 1065 Lefkosia
Limassol
55 Ag. Andreou Str., 3036 Lemesos,
4 Sotiri Tofini Str., 4102 Agios Athanasios
Larnaca
95 Griva Digheni Av., 6043 Larnaka
Paphos
87 Eleftheriou Venizelou Av., 8021 Pafos
Paralimni (Famagusta)
4A Protaras Av., 5288 Paralimni
Kakopetria
5B Makariou Ave., 2800 Kakopetria
Pano Platres
16 Makarios Av., 4820 Pano Platres
Poli Chrysochous
6 Makarios Av., 8820 Poli Chrysochous
Office Hours
Winter Period (September to May)
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:45 – 13:45
Wednesday: 07:45 – 13:45 and 15:00 – 17:15
Summer Period (June to August)
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:30 – 13:30
Wednesday: 07:30 – 13:30 and 15:00 – 17:15
Contact Information
If you have any questions, you can contact EAC at 1800 for further information.
Transferring electricity bills in Cyprus is a mandatory procedure that helps avoid future billing and payment issues. The process can be completed either in person at an EAC office or online, making it much more convenient. For more information and the latest instructions, visit the official website of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC).