Cyprus Permanent Residency by Investment
A Straightforward EU Permanent Residency Option
Cyprus offers one of the most stable and property-backed permanent residency programs in the European Union. Designed for non-EU investors and their families, the program provides lifetime permanent residency through a qualifying real estate investment in Cyprus, with minimal physical presence requirements.
This pathway is well suited for investors seeking long-term security and simplicity, rather than frequent travel or relocation.
Investment Requirement
Residency is granted through new residential real estate investment:
Minimum Investment
€300,000 (plus VAT)
Property must be new build (from a developer). Investment must be maintained to keep residency valid.
Secured Annual Income
Required
Applicants must demonstrate secured annual income from outside Cyprus (amount depends on family size).
Funds Transfer
Required
Funds for the investment must be transferred from abroad.
This program grants permanent residence — it does not provide automatic access to citizenship.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be non-EU / non-EEA nationals
Have a clean criminal record
Hold valid health insurance
Demonstrate stable overseas income
Complete the qualifying property investment
Application Process
Processing is typically efficient when documentation and investment are structured correctly.
Property Selection
Property selection and reservation.
Investment Completion
Completion of qualifying investment.
Application Submission
Submission of residency application.
Review
Review by Cypriot authorities.
Permit Issuance
Permanent residence permit issuance.
Key Benefits
Permanent Residency
Permanent residency for the main applicant and eligible family members.
Property-Based Investment
Property-based investment in a stable EU jurisdiction.
No Minimum Stay
No minimum annual stay requirement (a visit at least once every two years is sufficient).
Family Inclusion
Family inclusion: spouse and dependent children.
Predictable Framework
Predictable legal framework and investor-friendly environment.
Access to Benefits
Access to Cyprus' healthcare, education, and lifestyle benefits.
How Residency Partners Assists You
Residency Partners provides independent, strategy-led advisory throughout the process.
Eligibility assessment and program suitability
Coordination with licensed Cypriot legal and property professionals
Application preparation and submission
Long-term compliance and residency maintenance guidance
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