Scope | For Non-EU residents (Third-country nationals). It allows legally reside on Cyprus territory more than three months. |
Term of consideration of the application | From 3 to 6 months |
Requirements | - Montly income – €24,000 per year (or €2,000 per month) for one person. This amount increases by 20% for the spouse and 15% for each child.
- Proof of a residence in Cyprus (rented or owned)
- Bank Account in Cyprus (A cash transfer or deposit of at least €10,000 is also accepted during the first permit)
- Private health insurance
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Documents | - Passport copy;
- Marriage Certificate duly certified and translated *(If applicable);
- Children’s Birth Certificates duly certified and translated *(If applicable);
- School enrolment confirmation for children;
- Rental agreement or sale agreement of a house/apartment;
- Original Clear Criminal Record Certificate from the country of origin or residence;
- Medical exams;
- Documents to prove income from abroad;
- Income includes salary, pension, deposits in a bank account abroad, rents, dividends, interest on deposits, etc.;
- Bank statement & proof of transfer from abroad;
- Bank guarantee;
- Health insurance.
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Family members | - Spouse;
- children under 18 years old;
- children over 18 years of age and parents who are fully supported by the applicant.
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Validation | Upon first application, the pink slip might be issued for a period of 1 to 2 years. |
Restrictions | - No right to work in Cyprus;
- Cannot stay out of Cyprus for more than three months continuously as the permit would be cancelled automatically;
- Is granted only to non-EU Nationals who wish to extend their stay in Cyprus.
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