Cyprus · Skilled Worker Visa

Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT)

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
36 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Limassol
Single (monthly)€1,976
Family (monthly)€4,250
Rent 1BR (center)€1,050
Groceries€475
Transport pass€51
Nicosia
Single (monthly)€1,675
Family (monthly)€4,800
Rent 1BR (center)€750
Groceries€475
Transport pass€50
Larnaca
Single (monthly)€1,400
Family (monthly)€4,200
Rent 1BR (center)€475
Groceries€475
Transport pass€50

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT)?

The Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) is an immigration pathway offered by Cyprus. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Cyprus?

Yes. Cyprus offers 15 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Cyprus country page.

What is the cost of living in Cyprus?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Limassol: €1,976/mo; Nicosia: €1,675/mo; Larnaca: €1,400/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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