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Cypriot Permanent Residence by Investment (Fast-Track, Regulation 6.2)

A fast-track immigration permit granting permanent residence to non-EU nationals who make a qualifying investment.

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The EUR 300,000+VAT investment, EUR 50,000 income threshold, 2-3 month processing and 10-year card come from secondary guidance; verify all figures against the official Regulation 6(2) rules on the Migration Department site.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Cyprus government website before you apply.
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Official name
Immigration permit under Regulation 6(2) (fast-track permanent residence)
Route type
Permanent residence by investment
Qualifying investment
Investment in Cyprus (commonly cited: EUR 300,000 + VAT in new property)
Income requirement
Secure annual income from abroad (commonly cited: EUR 50,000, with uplifts for dependants)
Employment
Holder generally may not be employed in Cyprus

Who it is for

  • Non-EU nationals seeking long-term/permanent residence in Cyprus through investment
  • Applicants with secure income generated outside Cyprus who can maintain a qualifying investment

Requirements

  • A qualifying investment (e.g. new residential property, or share capital of a Cyprus company, per the regulation)
  • Evidence of secure annual income from sources outside Cyprus
  • Clean criminal record and valid passport
  • Health insurance and proof the applicant maintains the investment
  • Applicant and dependants meet the category's conditions

What you can do

  • Hold a long-term right of residence in Cyprus for the applicant and eligible dependants
  • Maintain status by keeping the investment and visiting Cyprus periodically
  • Not undertake employment in Cyprus under this permit

How to apply

  • Apply to the Civil Registry and Migration Department under Regulation 6(2)
  • Submit investment, income, criminal-record and insurance evidence for the applicant and dependants
  • Complete biometrics and collect the immigration permit

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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