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European programme · Residency by investment

Residency by Investment
in Cyprus

Minimum investment
EUR 300,000
Processing time
2 to 4 months
Key benefit
Lifetime EU residency, and a route to citizenship

Why Cyprus

Cyprus sits in the eastern Mediterranean with around 300 days of sunshine a year, EU membership, excellent schools and healthcare, and a large international community.

It is an established base for international families and businesses, combining lifestyle with a favourable environment for investors.

About the programme

The Cyprus Permanent Residency Programme grants lifetime residency to non EU investors and their families, typically within two to four months, with a wide range of investment options.

Residents may apply for Cypriot, and therefore EU, citizenship after five years, while keeping their existing citizenship.

The benefits

What this programme offers you and your family in practice.

Lifetime EU residency, with no renewals

A very low minimum stay requirement

Freedom to travel within the Schengen Area

Eligibility for EU citizenship after five years

Access to free public healthcare

The whole family included

How to qualify

There is usually more than one route. Remy will confirm which fits your goals and the current rules before you commit.

Real estate

Purchase one or two new residential units, with at least EUR 200,000 paid on application, or qualifying commercial property to a value of EUR 300,000.

Company or fund

Invest EUR 300,000 in the share capital of a Cyprus company with real activity and staff, or EUR 300,000 into units of a Cyprus investment fund.

Why people choose Cyprus

Cyprus offers lifetime EU residency granted quickly, with a minimum stay of only a single day every two years.

For those willing to make it a genuine base, it also provides a clear route to EU citizenship after five years, without giving up an existing passport.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Cyprus programme?
Applicants generally need to be over 18, hold a clean criminal record, be in good health, and show that the funds used come from a legal source. All applications are subject to government due diligence.
Can I include my family in the application?
Yes, including your spouse and dependent children, and on many programmes parents and grandparents. Remy can confirm exactly who qualifies in your case.
What are the stay requirements?
Residency programmes vary. For this programme the minimum stay is: 1 day every 2 years.
What are the tax implications?
Host countries often have a favourable local tax regime, but what that means for you depends on your own citizenship and tax residency. US citizens in particular remain taxed on worldwide income regardless of any other passport held. This is exactly the kind of thing to map out with Remy, alongside independent tax advice.

The application process

  1. 1

    Assessment and onboarding

    An initial review of your goals and the route that fits, then preparation of the required documents.

  2. 2

    Investment

    You make the qualifying investment through an approved and secure structure.

  3. 3

    Application

    Your residency application is submitted to the relevant authorities, along with supporting documents and due diligence.

  4. 4

    Approval

    On approval, your residence permit is issued for you and your included family members.

  5. 5

    Path to citizenship

    Where the programme allows, you can pursue citizenship after meeting the required period of residence and any language or other conditions.

Programme at a glance

Programme typeResidency by investment
Minimum investmentEUR 300,000
Typical processing time2 to 4 months
Minimum stay1 day every 2 years
Time to citizenship5 years
Family inclusionYes, including your spouse and dependent children, and on many programmes parents and grandparents
Right to workYes
Document receivedResidence permit, leading to passport
Visa free destinationsAround 180

Is Cyprus the right fit?

Book a free, no obligation call with Remy. He will confirm the current rules, the true all in cost, and whether this programme suits your goals and nationality.

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