- Minimum Investment
- €300,000
- Processing Time
- Approx. 2 months
- Residence Permit
- Permanent Residency valid for 10 years renewable
Program overview
Discover a long-term European residency opportunity through Cyprus's investor residency route. With qualifying investment options, permanent residence status, and family inclusion opportunities, Cyprus can be an attractive choice for investors seeking a Mediterranean lifestyle and a European base.
Permanent Residency
Establish a long-term home in Cyprus through an eligible investment route.
Family Inclusion
Include your spouse and eligible dependent children, subject to program rules.
Mediterranean Lifestyle
Enjoy Cyprus's coastal lifestyle, established services, and international business environment.
Investment options
€300,000
Minimum investment, plus VAT
Residential Property
Purchase a new house or apartment directly from a development company, meeting the first-sale and other program requirements.
€300,000
Minimum investment
Investment Funds
Qualifying Cyprus collective investment fund units.
How it works
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1
Initial Consultation and Eligibility Assessment
Review the applicant's profile, family composition, income, and investment budget.
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2
Investment Route Selection
Choose a qualifying property, company investment, or eligible investment fund.
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3
Documentation and Investment
Complete due diligence, prepare supporting documents, and provide proof of the qualifying investment and income.
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4
Application Submission and Review
Submit the residence permit application and supporting documents to the Cyprus Migration Department for examination.
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5
Permanent Residency Approval
Following approval, receive the immigration permit and maintain the qualifying investment and ongoing compliance requirements.
Get the complete Cyprus guide
- Thresholds by area and route
- Costs, taxes and fees
- Step-by-step process and timeline
Frequently asked questions
€300,000 in one of the qualifying investment categories. VAT may apply to residential property purchases.
The official estimated examination period is approximately two months from submission of a complete application. Actual end-to-end timelines may vary.
Yes. The immigration permit grants permanent residence status, while the physical residence card generally needs renewal every 10 years. Continued compliance is required.
Yes. The main applicant's spouse and dependent children under 18 can generally be included. Special provisions may apply to adult children, including higher investment requirements.
There is no standard annual minimum-stay quota under the investor route, but the permit can cease to be valid if the holder remains absent from Cyprus for two consecutive years. The applicant must also establish residence within the prescribed period after approval.
No. Cyprus is not yet part of the Schengen Area, so its residence permit does not independently grant Schengen-wide visa-free travel. Entry requirements for other European countries depend on the traveller's nationality and other valid visas or permits.
The investor route generally does not permit ordinary employment in Cyprus. An exception applies to serving as a director of the company in which the applicant has invested, subject to the program's conditions.
Program rules and thresholds change. Figures reflect rules as of the date shown and do not constitute legal advice. Confirm current requirements with an advisor before you decide.