🇨🇾 Cyprus · Entrepreneur
Category C — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €797 |
| Proof of savings | €430,000 |
| Minimum investment | €260,000 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €500 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 120 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gov.cy/mip-md/en/documents/companies-investors-permanent-residence-3/immigration-permits/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €797.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Category C: Persons who intend to work as self-employed in a trade or profession in the Republic, provided that they have in their possession a relative license, they have fully and freely at their disposal capital of approximately €260,000 (CY£150,000) or such lesser sum, as the Immigration Control Committee may determine”
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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 2026-06-25.