European status
Member of the European Union
The Republic of Cyprus is a member of the European Union and uses the European legal and economic system.
Information checked and updated on July 13, 2026
Residence and Permanent Residence in Cyprus in 2026
Compare investment permanent residence, property purchase, Digital Nomad, Startup Visa, employment, and other routes to Cyprus.
Payment upon achieving result
- Investment permanent residence: Investment from €300,000 excluding VAT and confirmed annual income.
- Digital Nomad: From €3,500 net monthly income for the main applicant.
- Republic of Cyprus: An EU and euro-area member, but not yet in Schengen as of July 13, 2026.
6 New Opportunities with Cyprus Residency & PR
Cyprus offers a unique combination of Mediterranean climate, British law, and unprecedented tax benefits for investors and their families.
Freedom of Movement
With Cyprus PR you can travel across Europe (soon Schengen area). Cyprus citizenship grants visa-free access to 170+ countries.
Tax Haven (Non-Dom)
One of the best tax regimes in Europe: 0% tax on dividends, 0% on capital gains, and a corporate tax of just 12.5%.
English Common Law
Cyprus legal system is based on English common law, guaranteeing absolute protection of private property and business transparency.
Safety & Security
Cyprus consistently ranks in the top 5 safest countries globally with minimal crime rates. The perfect place for a peaceful life.
Healthcare & Education
Access to the European healthcare system (GESY) and top-tier British schools for your children.
Fast Track to PR
The investment PR program allows you to obtain lifelong residency status in just 3–4 months. Citizenship is available after 4–5 years.
Cyprus PR (Reg. 6.2)
Lifelong status for three generations
Residency and PR for the whole family at once
Cyprus immigration programs are some of the most family-friendly in Europe. When applying as an investor, you can include your closest relatives, securing a European future for them.
Main applicant
Adult foreigner with a clean criminal record and legal source of income.
Spouse
Officially registered marriage. The partner receives the same residency rights as the main applicant.
Children up to 25 years old
Minor children are included automatically. Adult children (up to 25) — if unmarried and financially dependent on parents (e.g., students).
Important:Under the investment PR program (Reg. 6.2), the status is granted for life. Even when children reach the age of 25, they will retain their PR forever.
Business & Work in Cyprus
Cyprus is the technological hub of Europe. Open a company with foreign interests or relocate your startup to a jurisdiction with English common law.
Foreign Interest Company
Foreign Interest Company (FIC) is the most popular way to relocate business and top management to Cyprus.
1Key Requirements
- Investment from €200,000 in share capital (can be used for company needs)
- At least 50% of shares must be owned by foreigners
- Real office in Cyprus (substance)
2Benefits
- Residence permit for shareholders and key employees (up to 3 years)
- Spouses of employees have the right to work in any Cypriot company
- Corporate tax 12.5% (one of the lowest in the EU)
- Special IP Box tax regime (effective rate 2.5% for IT)
Estimated TimelineCompany incorporation: 2-3 weeks. Residence permit: 1-2 months.
Learn DetailsBriefly about the country
Cyprus in two minutes
The main points about statuses, investments, work, real estate, and the position of Cyprus in Europe.
€
Official currency — Euro
Settlements for real estate, investments, and government fees are made in euros.
Valid as of July 13, 2026
Cyprus is not yet in Schengen
Cyprus is an EU member, but a Cypriot TRP is not yet considered a Schengen TRP.
from €300,000
Investment PR
Application is possible with a qualifying investment, confirmed income, and fulfilling other requirements.
Excluding VAT
Main types of residency
Conditions, durations, and rights depend on the specific basis.
Temporary TRPPermanent residencyEU Long-term resident
Right to work depends on the program
Work TRP, EU Blue Card, and certain business routes provide different rights. Investment PR is not a universal work permit.
Buying property does not always grant status
The ability to buy a property and the ability to use it for an immigration program are different legal issues.
How buying property works
The Republic of Cyprus and Northern Cyprus are different jurisdictions
Their immigration procedures, documents, and real estate risks should not be mixed.
Properties in Northern Cyprus do not qualify for Regulation 6(2) of the Republic of Cyprus.
Residency & PR Programs Comparison
Summary table of the main immigration routes of the Republic of Cyprus.
| Program | For whom | Main requirement | Status | Duration | Work rights | Family | Future pathway |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regulation 6(2) | High-income investors | Investment from €300,000 (+ VAT) and confirmed foreign income. | PR | Lifelong | No (only business ownership and dividends) | Spouse and children under 25 | Citizenship (standard naturalization) |
Category F | Wealthy retirees / Rentiers | Property purchase (no strict limits) and reliable passive income from €10,000 per year. | PR | Lifelong | No | Spouse and minor children | Citizenship (naturalization) |
Digital Nomad | Remote workers / Freelancers | Contract outside Cyprus and income from €3,500 per month. | TRP | 1 year (renewable up to 3 years) | Only for foreign employer | Yes (without work rights for spouse) | Long-term status / Citizenship |
Startup Visa | Founders of innovative startups outside the EU | Capital from €20,000, approved business plan and scalability potential. | TRP | 1 year (renewable up to 2 years) | Yes (only in own startup) | Yes | Long-term status / Citizenship |
Foreign Interest Company | Business owners / Key IT employees | Investment in share capital from €200,000, specialist salary from €2,500. | Work TRP | Up to 2 years (renewable) | Yes (only in this company) | Yes (spouses have the right to work) | Fast-track naturalization (for IT after 3-4 years) |
EU Blue Card | Highly qualified specialists | Higher education, employment contract and salary above market average. | Work TRP | Contract duration + 3 months | Yes (for a specific employer) | Yes | Mobility within the EU / Citizenship |
Standard Work TRP | Employees | Employment contract with a Cypriot company (after labor market test). | Work TRP | Usually 1 year (renewable) | Yes (only for this employer) | Yes (depending on sponsor's income) | Citizenship (naturalization) |
Visitor Residence Permit (Pink Slip) | Rentiers and financially independent newcomers | Stable passive income from abroad (from €2,000 per month) plus rented or purchased accommodation. | TRP | 1 year (renewable) | No | Yes | Does not grant EU long-term resident status |
Family Reunification | Family members of Cyprus residents or citizens | The sponsor has lived in Cyprus for more than 2 years (not required for EU or Cyprus citizens). | TRP / PR (depending on the sponsor) | Depends on the sponsor's status | Depends on the status (often yes) | Not applicable | Independent status in the future |
EU Long-Term Resident | Residents with at least 5 years of legal residence | Five years of continuous legal residence (excluding visitors) and an A2 language certificate. | EU PR | 5 years (automatically renewable) | Yes (broad access to the labour market) | Yes | Free change of employer / Citizenship |
Cyprus PR by Investment — Regulation 6(2)
Regulation 6(2) is a procedure for obtaining permanent residency in Cyprus for non-EU citizens. To apply, you must make a qualifying investment, confirm the required income, prove the origin of funds, and comply with additional program requirements.
Important to know
- this is permanent residency, not a temporary permit;
- status is not issued automatically after property purchase;
- the final decision is made by the migration authority;
- the investment and other conditions must be maintained after obtaining the status.
Minimum Investment
From €300,000 excluding VAT.
Main Applicant's Income
From €50,000 per year.
What else is required
- proof of the origin of investment funds;
- proof of stable income;
- clean criminal record certificate;
- medical insurance;
- proof of accommodation;
- documents for spouse and children;
- maintaining the qualifying investment;
- absence of grounds for status cancellation.
Attention
An investment of €300,000 creates a basis for application, but does not guarantee approval. The authority checks not only the property or investment, but also income, source of funds, documents, and the compliance of the entire family with the program requirements.
Where to invest for Regulation 6(2)
The program allows for several investment routes. The choice depends on the applicant's goal: purchasing a residential property, commercial real estate, investing in a Cypriot business, or a regulated fund.
New Residential Property
You can purchase a new apartment or house on the primary market with a total value from €300,000 excluding VAT.
Important points
- the property must be purchased from a developer;
- the property must belong to the primary market;
- you can purchase one or up to two residential properties;
- the total value must meet the minimum threshold;
- a regular resale apartment does not qualify for this option;
- you must confirm payment and the source of funds;
- the property must meet program requirements on the date of application.
The ability to buy an apartment in Cyprus and the ability to use it for Regulation 6(2) are different matters.
A specific property, company, or fund must be vetted before the transaction. Not every investment of €300,000 automatically qualifies for Regulation 6(2).
How much income must your family confirm?
In addition to the investment, the applicant must confirm a set minimum annual income. The required amount increases depending on the family composition.
Spouse
+ €15,000 per year
Dependent children
+ €10,000 per child
0
Minimum annual income
€50,000/ year
Approx. monthly
€4,167
Formula€50,000 + €15,000 for spouse + €10,000 for each child
What income sources may require confirmation
- salary;
- business income;
- dividends;
- rental income;
- pension payments;
- investment income;
- other legal foreign sources.
The calculator only shows the basic minimum threshold. The migration authority evaluates the stability, legality, documentary evidence, and source of income.
Family, Rights, and Maintaining Investment PR
Who can be included
- spouse;
- qualifying dependent children;
- family members meeting the set requirements;
- separate documents will be required for each family member;
- including family members increases the required confirmed income.
Important: The possibility of including a specific relative depends on age, financial dependence, and program rules at the date of application.
What must be maintained
- the qualifying investment;
- the required income level;
- medical insurance;
- the validity and accuracy of provided data;
- compliance of family documents;
- absence of grounds for status cancellation.
Selling property, exiting a company, or terminating an investment without an allowable replacement may affect the status.
Presence in Cyprus
Investment PR does not require permanent residency on the island, but the status can be lost if continuously absent from Cyprus for two years.
To maintain status, you must visit Cyprus at least once during every two-year period.
- a short visit does not replace other program requirements;
- holding PR does not mean automatic tax residency;
- tax status is determined by separate rules.
Can I work?
Regulation 6(2) does not grant a general right to work for a Cypriot employer.
- PR and a work permit are different legal statuses;
- local employment may require a different migration basis;
- specific director or corporate functions may be possible;
- activities related to a qualifying company require separate assessment;
- a spouse's employment is also not automatically permitted just by inclusion in PR.
PR should be viewed not as a one-time purchase of a status, but as a regime whose conditions must be complied with even after approval.
Remote Work
Digital Nomad Residence Permit in Cyprus
A temporary residence permit for non-EU citizens who work remotely for a foreign company, own foreign business, or clients outside Cyprus.
Remote Work Route — from foreign work to residing in Cyprus
Works remotely under a contract with a company registered outside Cyprus.
Required documents:
- Employment contract
- Employer's letter confirming remote work
- Information about the foreign company
- Payslips
- Bank statements
Digital Nomad
Residence Permit
Cyprus
from €3,500 / month
up to 3 years
Key Conditions
Financial Requirements
From €3,500 net per month
Income amount for the main applicant.
Spouse
+20%
Each child
+15%
Validity Period
Initially one year with the possibility of renewal for a maximum of two more years.
Labor Market
Remote work is permitted only for a foreign employer, foreign company, or foreign clients.
Family
You can include a spouse and qualifying dependent children. Family status is tied to the main applicant's status.
Housing & Insurance
You must prove accommodation in Cyprus and have medical insurance for each applicant.
Important Considerations
- You cannot work for a Cypriot employer.
- The permit is not PR (it is a temporary status).
- You cannot build core business activities on Cypriot clients.
- Renewal is not automatic.
- The spouse does not automatically get the right to work.
- Income and remote activities must be documented.
Program Comparison
Digital Nomad
- Work for foreign market
- Income from €3,500
- Up to three years
- Local work prohibited
Pink Slip
- Living on foreign funds
- Visitor basis
- Regular renewal
- Work prohibited
Work TRP
- Work for a Cypriot employer
- Local contract required
- Tied to employer
- Local work permitted
How to choose property
and a residency route
in Cyprus?
- Clear requirements and costs
- Step-by-step instructions
- Current conditions in 2026
Trusted by over 10,000 investors
Residency in Cyprus
for financially
independent
Relocation to the EU and visa-free travel within Schengen
Client experience
When a calm path to the deal matters
Feedback from clients who have gone from the first question to receiving the keys.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about residence in Cyprus
Answers about investment PR, Digital Nomad, work, business, real estate, family, Schengen, and citizenship.
Cyprus offers temporary, work, and permanent residence statuses. The main routes include Regulation 6(2), Category F, Digital Nomad, Startup Visa, work permits, EU Blue Card, Pink Slip, family reunification, and EU long-term residence.
Verified: 2026-07-16