Cyprus Immigration Support for Non-EU Citizens
Updated: June 2025
As a non-EU citizen, relocating to Cyprus involves navigating specific immigration requirements and permits. Our platform is here to guide you step-by-step through residency applications, work permits, and legal compliance to help you settle in Cyprus smoothly and confidently.
Immigration Services for Non-EU Citizens in Cyprus
Temporary Residence Permits (Pink Slip)
Non-EU nationals can apply for a Temporary Residence Permit, also known as the Pink Slip, which allows legal residence in Cyprus for one year. Applicants must demonstrate a stable income from abroad, have health insurance, and a clean criminal record. The permit is renewable but does not grant work rights.
Our support includes:
Document preparation
Appointment scheduling
Accompaniment to migration offices
Application tracking and permit collection
Suggested link: How to Obtain a Temporary Residence Permit in Cyprus
Work Permits and Business Immigration
To work legally in Cyprus, non-EU citizens require a work permit, usually tied to employer sponsorship. The Business Facilitation Unit (BFU) also supports company owners and employees of international businesses registered in Cyprus.
We assist with:
Work permit applications
Employer compliance
Company registration and business visas
Navigating labor market tests when applicable
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Permanent Residency Permits
Non-EU citizens may qualify for permanent residency through various routes, including residency by investment or after five years of continuous legal residence. Permanent residency grants unlimited duration stay but may come with income and investment criteria.
Suggested link: How to Apply for Permanent Residency in Cyprus
Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa
For remote workers in the IT and related sectors, Cyprus offers a Digital Nomad visa, valid for one year with renewals possible. This permit allows non-EU nationals to live and work remotely from Cyprus.
Suggested link: Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa Guide
Buying Property and Settling in Cyprus
Purchasing real estate in Cyprus can support residency applications and provide a stable base for your relocation. Property ownership may also be part of the residency by investment route.
Suggested link: Buying Property in Cyprus as a Non-EU Citizen
Tax Residency in Cyprus
Becoming a tax resident requires spending either 183 days in Cyprus annually or fulfilling the 60-day rule with other conditions. Cyprus’s favorable tax system attracts many non-EU nationals who work or run businesses here.
Suggested link: How to Become a Tax Resident in Cyprus
Access to Healthcare, Education, and Public Services
Once legally a resident, non-EU citizens can access Cyprus’s public healthcare system and enroll their children in local schools, both public and private.
Suggested link: Public Services for Non-EU Residents in Cyprus: Healthcare and Education