IMMIGRATION SERVICES

Whether you require assistance to secure permanent residence, temporary residence, setting up your business in Cyprus or working overseas whilst residing in Cyprus, our team has the legal expertise to make it happen.

Our law firm offers legal support and guidance both to businesses and individuals throughout the entire application procedure.

Clients are advised on all aspects of Immigration law including:

Permanent Residence Permits Immigration Permit, under Regulation 6(2) (Fast Track Procedure):

The Immigration Permit, under Regulation 6(2) of the Aliens and Immigration Regulations, provides a fast- track procedure for non-EU nationals who wish to acquire permanent residence in Cyprus by investment.

  • In order to qualify for a permanent residence pursuant to the Regulations, the Applicant must make an investment of at least €300,000 plus VAT in property in Cyprus.
  • An initial payment of at least €200,000 plus VAT for the property to be purchased, is required to have been paid by the date of filing of the application;
  • The main applicant should be able to evidence that he has at his disposal a secure annual income of at least €30,000 originating from abroad.
  • The annual income requirement is increased by €5,000 for each dependent family member and €8,000 for each dependent parent of the Applicant or his/her spouse.

In case of applicants residing outside Cyprus, their permit will be automatically cancelled if they are absent from Cyprus for a period of two years.

Immigration Permit under Category F: 

This procedure is available for individuals who possess and have at their disposal a secured annual income, high enough to guarantee a comfortable living standard in Cyprus, without having to engage in any business, trade or profession. The majority of applicants in this category are pensioners or retired persons.

  • An applicant should have a secured minimum annual income of at least €9.568,17, which may be derived from dividends, pension, permanent deposits. The Immigration Control Board may demand higher or additional amounts, if it considers fit.
  • The required annual income is increased by at least €4.613,22 for every dependent person.  The Immigration Control Board may demand higher or additional amounts, if it considers fit.

A permit under this category will be automatically cancelled if the applicant fails to acquire residence in Cyprus within one year from the approval of their application. Additionally, in case of applicants residing outside Cyprus, their permit will be automatically cancelled if they acquire permanent residence abroad or be absent from Cyprus for a period of two years.

Tourist Visas:

Tourist Visas are issued by the consular authorities of Cyprus abroad and they can be extended for a maximum period of 3 months. Visas with the term FINAL can only be extended by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs when special reasons exist.

In the case where foreigners from third countries receive visas from a consular authority of Cyprus and their aim is to achieve an extension in their stay, the term FINAL is not noted and the Civil Registry and Migration Department can accept relevant application after the submission of all the required documents, duly certified.

Digital Nomad Visa:

Given the world-wide increase of remote-working, this type of residence permit is designed for individuals who seek to reside in Cyprus whilst working for companies operating abroad.

Third-country nationals that are self-employed professionals or freelance third-country nationals who work remotely, can apply for the digital nomad visa which can provide them with residence permit for 1 year with the right for renewal for 2 more years subsequently. 

Successful applicants can be accompanied by their family members, who are granted, upon request, a residence permit that expires at the same time as that of the financial supporter of the family.

In order to obtain the Digital Nomad Visa, it is necessary that the applicant provides evidence of sufficient stable income to cover their living expenses during their stay in the country.  The amount of sufficient funds is set at €3,500 per month and should proved by an employment contract or proof of employment.  The above amount is increased by 20% in the event that the applicant will be accompanies by a spouse or civil partner and by 15% for each child.

Temporary Residence Permits

Visitor (Temporary Residence permit):

A Visitors Visa can be provided to third country nationals who enter the Republic of Cyprus and wish to stay for more than 3 months, without the right to work in Cyprus.

The following categories of foreigners can receive a Visitors Visa:

  • Τhird country nationals that have conducted a marriage with Cypriot citizens and their minor children (younger than 18 years old) from a previous marriage and/or parents-in-law from third countries (provided that the provisions of family reunification for family members of a Cypriot are met). These categories must apply for an entry and residence permit as family member of Cypriot Citizen.
  • Third country nationals who apply for extension of their temporary residence permit, provided that they have sufficient financial resources for their maintenance originating from abroad.
  • Τhird country nationals who apply for extension of their temporary residence permit in order to conduct a marriage with a Cypriot or an EU citizen.

Visitor Visas  in Cyprus are valid for 1 year and can be renewed on an annual basis. Under this permit, a person is allowed to live in Cyprus as a visitor (without the right to work). Also, his family members, spouse, and children (under 18 years old), can get also receive this visa as dependants. 

Employment at a Company of Foreign Interests:

The new policy for the employment of highly skilled third-country nationals gives the opportunity to third-country nationals to be employed by companies with foreign interests, provided that the companies prove their physical presence in Cyprus by establishing a suitable independent office.

The companies which are eligible to apply under this scheme are Foreign companies operating in Cyprus, Foreign companies intending to operate in Cyprus, Cypriot shipping companies, Cypriot high technology / innovation companies, Cypriot pharmaceutical companies and Cypriot companies active in the sectors of biogenetics and biotechnology.

Highly-skilled third-country nationals can benefit under his scheme provided that: –

  • They will be paid a minimum monthly salary of at least € 2,500 gross per month for middle management executives, other key personnel and specialists.
  • They will hold a university degree or diploma or equivalent qualification or confirmation of relevant experience in a corresponding employment position of at least 2 years duration.
  • They will submit an employment contract of not less than two years.
  • The maximum number of third-country nationals employed is set at 70% of all employees over a period of 5 years, from the date of joining the Business Facilitation Unit. After the lapse of 5 years if it is not possible to employ 30% of Cypriot workers, the matter will be re-examined on a case-by-case basis

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