09/02/2026
📢 Important Update for Holiday Home Owners in TRNC
We know many of our clients who rent out villas or holiday homes to tourists have questions about the new Holiday Houses Law, so we wanted to share the latest information to help clarify what’s changing.
Today, we visited the Tourism Ministry in Lefkoşa and met with Mr Doğan Özçelik, Tourism Planning Officer, who is directly involved in the implementation of this new legislation. He kindly provided a clear overview of the law, a summary of which is attached for your reference.
The new Holiday Houses Law is due to come into effect on 1st March 2026. It will be administered through a new online portal on the Tourism Ministry website, meaning there will be no need to visit the Ministry in person. This online system is expected to go live from 1st March, with an official announcement anticipated towards the end of February.
Property owners will register as users using their email address, and all required documentation (such as title deeds, passport ID, and related information) will be uploaded directly to the portal. Once an application has been reviewed, owners will be notified of their inspection date and time.
We hope this update helps provide some clarity and reassurance. Alba Pools & Property Services will continue to stay informed and support our clients as further details are released.
If you have any questions or would like guidance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re always happy to help.