Cyprus vehicle owners must renew their road tax soon. The deadline is Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The Road Transport Department (RTD) has started the renewal process. This is to make sure all cars on the road are legal and insured. If you miss the deadline, you will pay extra money.
You need a valid suitability certificate for your car. You also need proof of current insurance. The RTD lets you choose renewal periods of three, six, nine, or twelve months. This is helpful for everyone. Your renewal is finished when you see the confirmation screen. It shows your car's number and when the permit ends.
If you renewed for 2025 and do not want to renew for 2026, tell the RTD. You can also make your car immobile. This means you do not pay road tax if your car is not used. You can do this online.
The RTD has a good website for online renewals. It is easy to use. If you have problems, you can get help at district offices. These places help all car owners. The RTD website is the main place for online renewals.
If you renew late, you pay a surcharge. This is €10 plus 10% of the registration fee. This shows why it is important to renew on time. The RTD also checks payments carefully. They make sure payments are correct before giving out permits.
If you make your car immobile, you must tell the RTD. If you do not, you will still have to pay the 2026 fee. This process helps make sure all cars on Cyprus roads are registered and insured. This makes roads safer. Renew your tax early to avoid problems.