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Cyprus
residence by investment
Cyprus permanent residence is indefinite while the conditions are maintained. The physical card is renewed every ten years.
Calculate your budget
- Investment
- from €300,000
- Timeline
- 2–4 months
- Status
- indefinite
- Income
- from €50,000 a year
Investment routes
Current routes in 2026
New residential property
One or two new-build residential units purchased from a developer.
€300,000 + VAT
Commercial property
An office, shop or hotel, including qualifying resale property.
€300,000
Fund units or company shares
An investment in a qualifying Cyprus company or regulated fund.
€300,000
Process
From application to documents
Strategy
Review of income, family composition and the suitable route.
1 weekTransaction
Title review, contract and Land Registry filing.
3–5 weeksApplication
Family file submitted to the Civil Registry and Migration Department.
1–2 weeksPermanent-residence cards
Biometrics and card issuance.
1–2 monthsWhat's included
Pre-application compliance screening
Local agent coordination and application filing
Document preparation and legalisation for the whole family
Investment and escrow coordination
Document delivery and post-approval support
Frequently asked questions
Does Cyprus permanent residence provide Schengen access?
No. Cyprus is not currently part of the Schengen area.
Must I live in Cyprus?
No. A visit at least once every two years is required to maintain the status.
When is citizenship possible?
Under the general route, not before eight years of actual lawful residence, together with Greek at B1 level and the other applicable conditions.
Programme consultation
We'll map the route for your family
The form already accounts for the selected programme: Cyprus.
- 01Official qualifying threshold and government fees
- 02Family composition and applicable surcharges
- 03Timeline, requirements and next steps
Quick enquiry
Discuss residency options
Share your goal, budget and preferred timing.