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Visit
Short stays: tourism, transit, business trips, medical, pilgrimage.
Tourist Visa
Cyprus Pro-Visa (Online Pre-Authorisation)
Free online pre-authorisation historically available to nationals of Russia (and previously some other states) for single-entry tourist visits of up to 90 days, valid 180 days from issue; the visa stamp is issued on arrival at Larnaca or Paphos airports and entry must be by direct flight from the applicant's country. Requirements for Russian applicants were significantly tightened from 11 December 2024 (bank/salary statements, sponsorship letters), and with no direct Russia–Cyprus flights the scheme is of limited practical use. Status should be confirmed with a Cypriot consulate before travel.
Government fee
€0
Service fee
€49
Max stay
90 days
Validity
180 days
Document checklist (5)
Online applicationCompleted pro-visa electronic application form.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Passport copyScan of the passport bio page; passport valid for the stay.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Direct flight bookingEntry must be via Larnaca or Paphos airports by direct flight.How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of fundsBank statement or sponsorship letter (required since Dec 2024).How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Accommodation detailsHotel booking or host address in Cyprus.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Tourist Visa
Cyprus Short-Stay Visa (Tourism)
National short-stay visa for nationals who need a visa to visit Cyprus for tourism; Cyprus is an EU member but, as of June 2026, not yet a full Schengen member (accession targeted for 2026), so it issues its own national visas. Allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period; fee is EUR 90 for single, double or multiple entry. Holders of valid double/multiple-entry Schengen visas and biometric passport holders of several countries (e.g. Serbia, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova) are exempt.
Government fee
€90
Service fee
€150
Processing time
15 days
Max stay
90 days
Document checklist (8)
Application formCompleted and signed short-stay visa application form.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond intended departure, with blank pages.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Recent photographOne recent passport-size colour photo.How to get this document
Have a recent passport photo taken at a pharmacy, photo booth or photographer, or use a compliant online photo tool. The common size is 35×45 mm with a plain light background, neutral expression and no glasses; the US and a few others require 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Get 2–4 prints plus a digital copy.
Issued by
Any photographer or photo booth (ICAO 9303 standard)
Typical cost
$5–$15
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Travel medical insuranceMinimum coverage of EUR 30,000 valid in Cyprus.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Proof of fundsRecent bank statements showing sufficient means for the stay.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of accommodationHotel booking or host invitation for the whole stay.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Travel itineraryRound-trip flight reservation.How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employment letterOptionalLetter from employer or proof of self-employment/studies.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Transit Visa
Cyprus Transit Visa
Category A airport-transit visas allow passage through the international transit area of Cypriot airports without entering the country; Category B transit visas allow crossing Cyprus en route to a third country, normally for up to five days. Required only for certain nationalities; most visa-required travellers connecting onward by air need only an airport transit visa if listed. Issued by Cypriot consular authorities abroad.
Service fee
€150
Processing time
15 days
Max stay
5 days
Document checklist (5)
Application formCompleted transit visa application form.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond transit date.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Onward visaValid visa for the destination country, where required.How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Onward ticketConfirmed ticket for the continuation of the journey.How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
PhotographOne recent passport-size photo.How to get this document
Have a recent passport photo taken at a pharmacy, photo booth or photographer, or use a compliant online photo tool. The common size is 35×45 mm with a plain light background, neutral expression and no glasses; the US and a few others require 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Get 2–4 prints plus a digital copy.
Issued by
Any photographer or photo booth (ICAO 9303 standard)
Typical cost
$5–$15
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Business Visitor Visa
Cyprus Short-Stay Visa (Business)
Same national short-stay (C) visa issued for business purposes such as meetings, negotiations and conferences; no work for a Cypriot employer is permitted. Allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period; multiple-entry visas with longer validity can be issued to frequent business travellers. Fee EUR 90; processing normally 15 days (extendable to 45).
Government fee
€90
Service fee
€150
Processing time
15 days
Max stay
90 days
Document checklist (7)
Application formCompleted and signed visa application form.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond departure date.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Invitation letterInvitation from the Cypriot company/partner stating purpose and dates.How to get this document
Ask your host, company or institution in the destination to write an invitation letter with their details, your details, and the purpose and dates of the visit. Some countries require it to be officially registered or legalised by local immigration (e.g. a notarised or authority-stamped invitation).
Issued by
Host / inviting organisation
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Days–weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employer letterLetter from sending employer confirming the business trip.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Travel medical insuranceMinimum EUR 30,000 coverage.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Proof of fundsBank statements or company guarantee of expenses.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Flight and accommodation reservationsRound-trip booking and hotel confirmation.How to get this document
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
Issued by
Airline / travel agent
Typical cost
free–$30 for a reservation
Typical time
Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Not yet researched
Medical Treatment Visa
Pilgrimage Visa
1 route
Study & Training
Universities, language courses, internships and exchanges.
Student Visa
Cyprus Student Residence Permit
Residence route for third-country nationals admitted to full-time study at a recognised Cypriot higher-education institution; the institution files the entry-permit application (examined within 1 month), and after arrival the student obtains a 1-year renewable residence permit (residence applications examined within 3 months). Students may work up to 20 hours/week in designated sectors (38 during holidays) and enjoy intra-EU study mobility of up to 360 days. Graduates at master's level or above may stay an extra 12 months to seek work or start a business; status cannot be obtained while in Cyprus on a tourist visa.
Work: up to 20 h/week
Study: Full-time enrolment required
Government fee
€70
Service fee
€200
Processing time
90 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (8)
Application via the higher-education institutionEntry permit application filed by the institution (EUR 70 entry+residence permit; EUR 140 incl. alien registration).How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Letter of acceptanceAdmission to a full-time programme at a recognised institution.How to get this document
Once you are accepted, request an admission/acceptance letter or certificate of enrolment from the school or university's admissions or registrar office. It should confirm the programme, the dates and that tuition is arranged.
Issued by
School / university (admissions office)
Typical cost
Usually free
Typical time
A few days–2 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Academic qualificationsAttested copies of previous diplomas/certificates.How to get this document
Use your original diploma or degree certificate; for a replacement or official copy, ask the issuing institution's registrar. For use abroad it usually needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated.
Proof of financial meansEvidence of funds to cover tuition and living expenses (bank confirmation).How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insurancePrivate insurance covering all risks in Cyprus.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Clean criminal record certificateFrom the country of residence.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Biometric dataRegistration in the Aliens' Register within 7 days of arrival.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Not yet researched
Language Course Visa
Internship / Trainee Visa
Exchange Program Visa
7 routes
Work & Self-Employment
Digital nomad, freelance, skilled employment and company transfers.
Digital Nomad Visa
Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa
Temporary residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals working remotely for employers or clients registered abroad, requiring stable net monthly income of at least EUR 3,500 (after tax). First permit is issued for one year and renewable once for up to two more years; family members may join but cannot work in Cyprus. The scheme is capped (official ceiling 500 permits) and applications must be filed with the Migration Department within 3 months of arrival; fee EUR 70 plus EUR 70 first-time alien registration.
Work: Remote work for foreign employer only
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Family: Family included; no work rights
Government fee
€70
Service fee
€200
Processing time
42 days
Validity
365 days
Min. income / month
€3,500
Document checklist (8)
Application form MVISSubmitted to the Migration Department in Nicosia within 3 months of arrival.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportCopy of valid passport with entry stamp/visa.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of remote workEmployment contract with foreign employer or contracts with clients abroad.How to get this document
Gather evidence that you work remotely for clients or an employer outside the destination: your employment or client contracts stating remote work, recent invoices or payslips, and a letter from the employer confirming you may work from abroad.
Issued by
Employer / clients
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of incomeEvidence of net monthly income of at least EUR 3,500 (bank statements, payslips).How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insurancePrivate medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care in Cyprus.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Clean criminal record certificateFrom the country of residence, officially translated and certified.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Proof of accommodationRental agreement or property title in Cyprus.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature captured at the Department or district police immigration unit.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Startup / Entrepreneur Visa
Cyprus Startup Visa
Scheme (renewed until December 2026) allowing third-country founders, individually or as a team, to establish and run an innovative high-growth startup in Cyprus. The Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy evaluates the business within 5 weeks; initial approval grants the right to economic activity for 2 years (renewable for at least 1 more year), after which a visa/entry and residence permit application is decided within about 3 weeks. Fees: EUR 120 entry permit plus temporary residence permit, EUR 130 issuance/renewal, EUR 70 alien registration.
Work: Run own innovative startup
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Residency after 5 years
Family: Family included; spouse labour access
Government fee
€120
Service fee
€250
Processing time
56 days
Validity
730 days
Document checklist (7)
Startup Visa application to the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital PolicyBusiness plan and supporting evaluation documents for the innovative startup.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Notification of Initial ApprovalIssued after positive evaluation; visa application must follow within 6 months (or 1 month if already in Cyprus).How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Visa application at consular authorities or Migration DepartmentFor entry/registration/residence permit.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateOfficially translated and certified.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Proof of accommodation in CyprusRental agreement or ownership title.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature within one week of application.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Skilled Work Visa
Cyprus EU Blue Card
Residence/work permit for highly qualified non-EU nationals, transposed into Cypriot law on 1 Aug 2024 with applications accepted since mid-2025; currently restricted (without quota) to ICT, pharmaceutical research and maritime sectors, with zero quotas for other professions. Requires a gross annual salary of at least EUR 43,632, a contract of at least 6 months, and a higher-education degree or (for ICT occupations) 3 years' relevant experience within the last 7. Issued for 24-36 months (EUR 110 entry permit + card; 90-day examination), with intra-EU mobility, facilitated family reunification and a path toward long-term residence.
Work: Highly qualified employment
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Residency after 5 years
Family: Family reunification; favourable terms
Government fee
€110
Service fee
€200
Processing time
90 days
Validity
1,095 days
Min. income / month
€3,636
Document checklist (7)
EU Blue Card applicationSubmitted at the Migration Department headquarters in Nicosia; fee EUR 110 (entry permit and card) or EUR 95 issuance/renewal.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employment contractAt least 6 months in an eligible sector with gross annual salary of at least EUR 43,632, stamped.How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Higher education qualification or proof of professional skillsDegree, or 3 years' ICT professional experience within the preceding 7 years.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateOfficially translated and certified.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Health insuranceCoverage for periods not covered by national insurance.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature; also needed for renewals.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Skilled Work Visa
Cyprus Employment Permit – Companies of Foreign Interests (BCS)
Residence and employment permit for third-country nationals hired by companies of foreign interests registered with the Business Support Centre, with no quotas or labour-market test for highly paid staff. Requires a minimum gross monthly salary of EUR 2,500, relevant academic qualifications or 2 years' experience, and an employment contract of at least 2 years; permits are issued for up to 3 years with no maximum overall stay and applications are examined within 1 month. Spouses of such employees get free access to paid employment; companies must reach a 30% Cypriot/EU workforce ratio by 2 Jan 2027.
Work: Employment at foreign-interest company
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Residency after 5 years
Family: Family included; spouse free labour access
Government fee
€70
Service fee
€200
Processing time
30 days
Validity
1,095 days
Min. income / month
€2,500
Document checklist (8)
Application for entry/residence and employment permitSubmitted by the employer to the Migration Department headquarters in Nicosia (EUR 70 entry+residence permit, EUR 80 issuance/renewal).How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportCopy of valid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employment contractMinimum 2-year duration, gross monthly salary at least EUR 2,500, duly stamped.How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Academic qualifications or proof of experienceDegree or evidence of at least 2 years' relevant experience.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
BSC registration confirmationEmployer's registration in the Register of Foreign Interest Companies.How to get this document
Get an up-to-date extract from the commercial/companies register (chamber of commerce or trade registry) showing your company's registration, or your trade or professional licence. Many registries issue this online for a small fee.
Issued by
Commercial register / chamber of commerce
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateFrom country of origin/residence.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Medical examinationsHealth certificates as required for employment permits.How to get this document
Book a medical examination with a doctor or, where required, a clinic on the consulate's approved-panel list. Tests may include a general exam, a chest X-ray/TB screening and blood tests; the clinic issues the certificate directly.
Issued by
Licensed doctor / panel clinic
Typical cost
$30–$200
Typical time
1–2 weeks including results
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Skilled Work Visa
Cyprus General Employment Permit (Single Permit – GEN)
Standard combined residence and work permit for third-country nationals with a job offer in Cyprus, generally subject to a labour-market test and a contract stamped by the Department of Labour. Entry requires an entry permit (EUR 120 with the permit), the permit is issued for up to 3 years, and the overall maximum stay for general employment is 4 years (no limit for some categories such as athletes, farm workers and specialised cooks). Examination takes up to 4 months.
Work: Employment with sponsoring employer
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Residency after 5 years
Family: Spouse and children under 18 as dependents
Government fee
€120
Service fee
€200
Processing time
120 days
Validity
1,095 days
Document checklist (7)
Application for entry, residence and work permitSubmitted at the Migration Department in Nicosia.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employment contract approved by Department of LabourSealed contract following a labour-market test.How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Medical examinationsHealth certificates (may be carried out in Cyprus for some categories).How to get this document
Book a medical examination with a doctor or, where required, a clinic on the consulate's approved-panel list. Tests may include a general exam, a chest X-ray/TB screening and blood tests; the clinic issues the certificate directly.
Issued by
Licensed doctor / panel clinic
Typical cost
$30–$200
Typical time
1–2 weeks including results
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateFrom the country of origin/residence.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature within 7 days of arrival.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Employer guaranteesOptionalBank guarantee/repatriation guarantee as required by the Department.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Seasonal Work Visa
Cyprus Seasonal Worker Permit (ESW)
Entry, residence and work permit for third-country nationals in season-dependent sectors designated by Council of Ministers decree, for a maximum of 8 months within any 12-month period. The employer applies while the worker is abroad (EUR 170 registration, entry permit and seasonal permit; renewals EUR 85) and applications are examined within 90 days. A worker who has accumulated 6 years of seasonal residence/work in Cyprus can no longer apply, and must leave on expiry unless granted another status.
Work: Seasonal employment, max 8 months/year
Government fee
€170
Service fee
€200
Processing time
90 days
Max stay
240 days
Validity
240 days
Document checklist (6)
Employer application for entry and seasonal work permitSubmitted while the worker is abroad.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Stamped seasonal employment contractIn a sector designated as seasonal by decree.How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of accommodationAdequate accommodation arranged for the season.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insuranceCoverage for the duration of the stay.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature within 7 days of arrival.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Intra-Company Transfer Visa
Cyprus Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) Permit
Permit for managers, specialists and trainee employees temporarily transferred from a non-EU company to an entity of the same group in Cyprus, requiring prior group employment (12 months for managers/specialists, 6 for trainees). Issued for up to 3 years for managers and specialists and 1 year for trainees; the application is filed by the Cypriot employer (EUR 180 registration, entry permit and ICT permit) and examined within 90 days. Includes EU short-term (90/180 days) and long-term mobility to other member states and facilitated family reunification.
Work: Employment with the transferring group
Study: Permitted alongside residence
Family: Family permits with same validity
Government fee
€180
Service fee
€250
Processing time
90 days
Max stay
1,095 days
Validity
1,095 days
Document checklist (7)
Application by host employerFiled at the Migration Department headquarters while the transferee is abroad.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document covering the transfer period.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of group employmentEvidence of at least 12 months (managers/specialists) or 6 months (trainees) within the group.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Assignment letter / work contractConfirming the transfer, role, remuneration and duration.How to get this document
Obtain a signed copy of your employment contract from your employer's HR. It should show the parties, job title, salary, duration and signatures; some consulates want it stamped or, for work visas, registered with the labour authority.
Issued by
Employer / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
QualificationsUniversity degree for trainee employees; professional qualifications for specialists.How to get this document
Use your original diploma or degree certificate; for a replacement or official copy, ask the issuing institution's registrar. For use abroad it usually needs to be apostilled or legalised and translated.
Health insuranceCoverage during the transfer.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature on arrival registration.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Not yet researched
Freelancer Visa
Self-Employment Visa
4 routes
Invest & Capital
Golden visas, real estate, citizenship by investment, passive income.
Golden Visa (Residence by Investment)
Cyprus Permanent Residence by Investment (Regulation 6(2) Fast-Track)
Fast-track permanent immigration permit for third-country nationals investing at least EUR 300,000 (plus VAT where applicable) in a new-build home/apartment, other real estate, the share capital of a Cypriot company employing at least 5 people, or units of Cyprus collective investment funds (AIF/AIFLNP/RAIF), with funds transferred from abroad. Applicants must also prove secured annual income of at least EUR 50,000 (+EUR 15,000 for a spouse, +EUR 10,000 per minor child) and may not take up employment except as director of the investee company. The permit is of unlimited duration (10-year renewable card), examination takes about 2 months, and the investment must be maintained; absence from Cyprus for 2 years voids the permit.
Study: Permitted as resident
Residency: Permanent residence from grant
Family: Spouse and minor children included
Government fee
€500
Processing time
60 days
Validity
3,650 days
Min. investment
€300,000
Document checklist (9)
Application form MIP2Submitted in person or via authorised representative to the Migration Department in Nicosia; fee EUR 500 plus EUR 70 per person for alien registration.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportCopy of valid passport of applicant and dependants.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of investmentSale contract filed with the Department of Lands and Surveys, share certificates, or fund unit titles worth at least EUR 300,000, with payment receipts.How to get this document
Provide documentary proof of the qualifying investment: a bank confirmation of the deposit or transfer, share or title certificates, an escrow or blocked-account statement, or a notarised purchase contract, depending on the programme's rules.
Issued by
Bank / notary / company registry
Typical cost
Varies
Typical time
1–4 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Evidence funds came from abroadRemittances/bank certificates linking the investment money to foreign sources (not domestic borrowing).How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of annual incomeTax return or certified accountant's certificates showing at least EUR 50,000 secured annual income from abroad.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateFor applicant and spouse from country of origin and residence.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Health insurance policyCovering inpatient and outpatient care, unless covered by GESY.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Marriage and birth certificatesDuly certified and officially translated, for dependants.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Declaration of non-employmentOfficial statement that applicant/spouse will not work in Cyprus except as director of the investee company.How to get this document
Request a letter on company letterhead from your employer stating your position, start date, salary and that your leave or continued employment is approved, signed by HR or a manager. For work visas this may instead be a formal work permit or job-offer letter issued by the employer or labour authority.
Issued by
Employer (HR) / labour authority
Typical cost
Free
Typical time
A few days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Citizenship by Investment
Cyprus Investment Programme (Citizenship by Investment)
Not available
Suspended/abolished effective 1 November 2020 following the 'Cyprus Papers' revelations and EU infringement proceedings; no replacement CBI exists and the EUR 300,000 Reg. 6(2) permanent residence route is the remaining investment option.
Cyprus Category F Immigration Permit (Passive Income)
Permanent immigration permit for persons with secured annual income from abroad sufficient to live in Cyprus without working; the official minimum is EUR 9,568 per year plus EUR 4,613 per dependant (in practice substantially higher amounts are expected), from pensions, dividends, interest or rents. The permit has unlimited duration with a 10-year renewable card, and lapses after 2 years of absence from Cyprus. The standard (non-expedited) track suffers a multi-year processing backlog, making Regulation 6(2) the faster alternative.
Study: Permitted as resident
Residency: Permanent residence (Reg 5) from grant
Family: Spouse and children under 18
Government fee
€500
Validity
3,650 days
Min. income / month
€797.33
Document checklist (8)
Application form MIP2Submitted to the Migration Department in Nicosia; fee EUR 500 for all persons in the application.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportCopies for applicant and dependants.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of secured annual income from abroadPension statements, dividends, rents or deposits totalling at least EUR 9,568 plus EUR 4,613 per dependant.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Declaration/affidavit of incomeAffidavit or official statement of annual income.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Clean criminal record certificateDuly certified and officially translated.How to get this document
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
Proof of accommodation in CyprusTitle deed, sale contract or rental agreement.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insurancePrivate medical insurance covering risks in Cyprus.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Marriage/birth certificatesFor spouse and children under 18 included as dependants.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Temporary residence permit (commonly called the 'pink slip') for third-country nationals wishing to stay in Cyprus beyond 90 days for long holidays, touring, or to explore residing in Cyprus, without any economic activity. The applicant enters with a visa, then applies (form MVIS8, EUR 70 fee plus EUR 70 first registration) showing sufficient foreign income, accommodation and health insurance; first permits are issued for 1 year and are renewable, with examination usually within 4 months. Dependent spouse, minor children and certain dependent relatives can obtain linked visitor permits.
Family: Spouse and children under 18 as dependents
Government fee
€70
Processing time
120 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (7)
Application form MVIS8Submitted before the entry visa expires.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportPermit issued up to 3 months before passport expiry.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of sufficient income from abroadBank statements/income evidence showing means to live without working in Cyprus.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Bank deposit in a Cypriot bankEvidence of funds in a local account to cover the stay.How to get this document
Provide documentary proof of the qualifying investment: a bank confirmation of the deposit or transfer, share or title certificates, an escrow or blocked-account statement, or a notarised purchase contract, depending on the programme's rules.
Issued by
Bank / notary / company registry
Typical cost
Varies
Typical time
1–4 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Rental agreement or title deedProof of accommodation in Cyprus.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insurancePrivate medical cover for the permit period.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Not yet researched
Residence by Real Estate
Business Investor Visa
No verified routes yet
Retire & Lifestyle
Retirement visas and working holiday schemes.
Not yet researched
Retirement Visa
Working Holiday Visa
3 routes
Family & Origin
Reunification, spouse routes and ancestry-based repatriation.
Family Reunification Visa
Cyprus Family Reunification Permit (FR)
Allows a third-country national legally resident in Cyprus for at least 2 years (waived for ICT permit holders, researchers, and employees of approved foreign-interest companies), holding a permit valid at least 1 year with a prospect of permanent residence, to sponsor a spouse and minor children. The marriage must predate the application by at least 1 year and the spouse must be at least 21; entry requires an entry permit (EUR 200 fee per permit), and applications are examined within 9 months (90 days for ICT/researcher sponsors). First permits are issued for 1 year, renewable in line with the sponsor's permit; spouses have direct labour-market access.
Government fee
€200
Service fee
€250
Processing time
270 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (8)
Application by the sponsorFiled at the Migration Department headquarters in Nicosia.How to get this document
Have your sponsor sign a letter or affidavit of support undertaking to cover your costs, attaching their ID and proof of funds or income. Some countries require a notarised affidavit or an official guarantee form.
Issued by
Sponsor (sometimes notarised)
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportsOf the sponsor and each family member.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Marriage certificateMarriage at least 1 year before application; duly certified and translated.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your marriage (or divorce) certificate from the civil registry that recorded it. For foreign use add an apostille or legalisation and a certified translation.
Birth certificates of childrenFor minor, unmarried children, incl. adoption decisions where relevant.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Proof of stable resourcesEvidence of income sufficient to support the family without social assistance.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of suitable accommodationRental agreement or title deed.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insuranceFor all family members.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature of each family member.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Spouse / Partner Visa
Cyprus Residence Permit for Family Members of Cypriot Citizens
Facilitated residence route for third-country spouses/civil partners of Cypriot citizens, parents of minor Cypriot citizens, and dependent descendants under 21 or dependent ascendants. Spouses and parents of minor Cypriots get free access to employment and self-employment; permits with employment can be issued for up to 5 years (EUR 80 fee; EUR 50 without employment) and applications are examined within 4 months, with the Cypriot citizen present at submission. Residence rights can be retained personally after divorce or death of the Cypriot spouse under conditions.
Government fee
€80
Service fee
€250
Processing time
120 days
Validity
1,825 days
Document checklist (7)
Application form (CYE with employment / CYV without)Submitted with the Cypriot citizen present.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportOf the third-country family member.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Marriage or civil union certificateDuly certified and officially translated.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your marriage (or divorce) certificate from the civil registry that recorded it. For foreign use add an apostille or legalisation and a certified translation.
ID of the Cypriot citizenProof of Cypriot citizenship of the sponsor.How to get this document
This is a destination- or programme-specific supporting document. Follow the exact instruction on the official consulate or immigration checklist for your visa; if it is unclear, contact the consulate or visa application centre for guidance on how to obtain it.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration authority
Typical cost
Varies
Typical time
Varies
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Birth certificatesFor children/parental relationship where applicable.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Proof of common residenceOptionalEvidence of genuine cohabitation/address in Cyprus.How to get this document
Prove the family link with civil documents — marriage and birth certificates connecting you to the relative, a family or household register, or, for unmarried partners, evidence of cohabitation (joint lease, bills, photos). Civil documents often need an apostille and translation.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Ancestry / Repatriation
Cypriot Citizenship by Descent / Cypriot Origin
Persons born abroad after 16 August 1960 to a parent who was a Cypriot citizen (paternal line; maternal line for births after 11 June 1999, with registration options for earlier births) can register as Cypriot citizens, as can other persons of Cypriot origin under related categories. Applications (e.g. form M121 consular birth certificate, fee about EUR 20 plus stamps) are filed at the Civil Registry and Migration Department or Cypriot consulates abroad. Successful applicants receive full citizenship and an EU passport; holders of diaspora Special Identity Cards also enjoy free labour-market access.
Government fee
€20
Document checklist (5)
Application form M121/M123Depending on birth date and category of Cypriot origin.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Applicant's birth certificateDuly certified and translated.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your birth certificate from the civil-registry/vital-records office where you were born (often available online). For foreign use it usually needs an apostille or legalisation and a translation.
Parents' marriage certificateWhere applicable.How to get this document
Order a certified copy of your marriage (or divorce) certificate from the civil registry that recorded it. For foreign use add an apostille or legalisation and a certified translation.
Proof of parent's Cypriot citizenshipParent's Cypriot passport, ID or certificate of registration.How to get this document
Prove the family link with civil documents — marriage and birth certificates connecting you to the relative, a family or household register, or, for unmarried partners, evidence of cohabitation (joint lease, bills, photos). Civil documents often need an apostille and translation.
Applicant's and parents' passport copiesPhotocopies of bio pages.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Not yet researched
Dependent Relative Visa
2 routes
Special Categories
Talent, religious, humanitarian, media, official and permanent residence.
Religious Worker Visa
Cyprus Residence Permit for Priests, Monks and Nuns
Distinct visitor-permit category for priests, monks and nuns of the Orthodox Church or of recognised religious-minority churches in Cyprus, issued for up to 3 years upon request of the church. Salaried priests can alternatively be employed under the general employment route with a letter of assignment from the diocese, with no maximum duration of stay and entry possible on a consular visa. Fees are EUR 70 for the permit plus EUR 70 first-time alien registration.
Government fee
€70
Service fee
€200
Processing time
120 days
Validity
1,095 days
Document checklist (6)
Application form MVIS8Visitor permit application for clergy category.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passportValid travel document.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Letter from the church/dioceseAssignment or request letter from the relevant church.How to get this document
Ask your host, company or institution in the destination to write an invitation letter with their details, your details, and the purpose and dates of the visit. Some countries require it to be officially registered or legalised by local immigration (e.g. a notarised or authority-stamped invitation).
Issued by
Host / inviting organisation
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Days–weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Proof of accommodationMonastery/church or private accommodation details.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insuranceMedical cover for the stay.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
Typical time
15–30 minute appointment
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Long-Term Residence Permit
Cyprus EU Long-Term Resident Status
EU long-term resident status for third-country nationals who have resided legally and continuously in government-controlled areas of Cyprus for the 5 years before applying, with absences under 6 consecutive months and 10 months in total; students, seasonal workers and purely temporary categories are excluded. Application (form MLT3) costs EUR 30 and is examined within 6-12 months; the permit is issued for 5 years and is renewable. Status is lost after 12 consecutive months outside the EU or 6 consecutive years outside Cyprus.
Government fee
€30
Processing time
270 days
Validity
1,825 days
Document checklist (7)
Application form MLT3Submitted at the Migration Department offices in Nicosia; fee EUR 30.How to get this document
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
Issued by
Destination consulate / immigration portal
Typical cost
Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
Typical time
30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Valid passport with travel historyPassport pages of the last 5 years showing arrivals/departures.How to get this document
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
Issued by
National passport authority
Typical cost
$20–$150
Typical time
1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Current residence permitValid residence permit in Cyprus.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Evidence of stable and regular resourcesIncome evidence sufficient to support self and family.How to get this document
Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.
Issued by
Your bank / employer / sponsor
Typical cost
free–$20
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Health insuranceSickness insurance coverage.How to get this document
Buy a travel-medical insurance policy covering your whole trip and every destination country, then print the certificate. For the Schengen Area the EU Visa Code requires at least €30,000 of cover for medical emergencies and repatriation, valid across all member states.
Proof of accommodationTitle deed or rental agreement.How to get this document
Show where you will stay: a hotel booking, a signed tenancy/lease, a host's invitation with their address, or an address-registration document. For longer stays a registered rental contract is usually expected.
Issued by
Landlord / host / municipality
Typical cost
free–$50
Typical time
Same day–1 week
Verified 11 Jun 2026
Biometric dataPhoto, fingerprints and signature.How to get this document
Book a biometrics appointment at the destination's visa application centre (e.g. VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS) or consulate, then attend in person to give fingerprints and a facial photo. Bring your passport and the appointment confirmation.
Issued by
Visa application centre / consulate
Typical cost
Often included in the visa fee; sometimes a small service fee
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