🇨🇾 Cyprus · Employer-sponsored work
Highly Skilled Worker — Companies of Foreign Interest (BFU/BSC) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,500 |
| Proof of savings | €200,000 |
| Minimum investment | €200,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gov.cy/bsc/en/business-facilitation-unit-bfu/registration-of-companies-with-foreign-interests/.
- Typical processing: ~10 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,500.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“By registering in the Register, companies can take advantage of the incentives announced by the Government, regarding the employment of third country nationals. (gov.cy MECI BFU). The route registers a Company of Foreign Interests so it can employ highly-skilled third-country key personnel; eligibility is being employed by such a company.”
“page is about company registration, not the worker permit duration/PR”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.