🇨🇾 Cyprus · Investor
Immigration Permits for Investors — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| 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 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 120 months.
Documents
- Investment evidence (e.g. sale contract, title deed, proof of payment)
- Proof that investment funds originated abroad
- Personal annual income evidence (e.g. tax return, accountant certificate)
- Clean criminal record certificate (for applicant and spouse)
- Health insurance policy certificate
- Evidence of accommodation in Cyprus (e.g. title, contract, or rental agreement)
- Company documents (if investing in company): Certificate of Incorporation, Shareholders Certificate, business profile, proof of employees
- Confirmation of non-employment (except director in invested company)
- Authorized representative letter (if applicable)
- Official translations and certifications of documents
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-for-investors/.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
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.
Minimum investment
Health insurance
Criminal record
Age range
Application fee
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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.