Many commerical banks offer special financing schemes for foreigners to help them acquire
property.The housing loan schemes are available for houses and apartments for
residence purposes, offices and even financing of office equipment in any currency, US$,
Sterling Pounds, DM or ECU, according to the needs and preferences of the customer.
Loan conditions vary slightly from bank to bank.
Conditions of Bank of Cyprus - Housing Loan:
This housing loan scheme is intended to cover up to 75% of the purchase price with a
maximum amount equivalent to CYP 50.000 but can be increased to CYP 100.000 if the housing
loan amounts for 50% of the purchasing price.
The maximum repayment period is about 10 years in monthly instalments commencing one month
after drawdown.
The pricing is 2,25% above the Bank of Cyprus base rate, plus an arrangement fee of 1% on
the loan amount paid once in advance. |