🇨🇾 Cyprus · Investor
Category D — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €4,167 |
| Minimum annual salary | €50,000 |
| Minimum investment | €300,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–25 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €500 |
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-for-investors/.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €4,167.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“2.1 The applicant must invest at least €300,000 in one of the following investment categories”
“provide a health insurance policy certificate for medical care covering inpatient and outpatient care”
“must provide a clean criminal record certificate from their country of origin and country of residence”
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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 2026-06-09.