Cypriot real estate association calls for urgent legislative reforms

On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the Association of Real Estate Agents of Cyprus (SKEK), a member of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), held a press conference at the CCCI headquarters to demand urgent modernization of the legislation governing the real estate sector. Led by Christos Nikolaou and supported by CCCI Secretary General Marios Rousounidis, the association emphasized that despite systematic efforts throughout 2025 and 2026 to engage with the President of the Republic, relevant ministries, and parliament, major industry issues remain unresolved.

A core demand of SKEK concerns the regulatory framework for real estate assistants, specifically regarding their registration, licensing, and employment status. The association argues that current procedures lack clarity and impose unjust restrictions on business operations. Furthermore, SKEK calls for a comprehensive review of the powers and administrative practices of the Real Estate Registration Council, advocating for greater transparency, objective licensing, and fair competition. The association remains dissatisfied with the current lack of institutional dialogue and continues to seek a structured roadmap to address these ongoing concerns and ensure the sustainability of legal real estate businesses.