Cyprus Residency By Investment & Golden Visas (2024)

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Cyprus Residency Benefits Fast-track Permanent Residency Program Residency program with no donation Permanent Residency for entire family Only one visit to Cyprus is required Simple residency requirements Favourable tax regime Only first-time sale properties Regular rental income Secure environment Highly efficient process Eligibility for citizenship Life in the Mediterranean Visa-free travel and Global mobility Investment Requirements Option 1 / €300,000 purchase of a residential property in Cyprus Option 2 / Additional requirements Cyprus Residency Acquisition Process Initial Consultation with Astons Immigration Advisers Property Viewings and Property purchase Document Preparation Application Submission Application Approval Residency Card Cyprus Properties to Invest in Ultra luxury 3 bedroom villas in Ayia Napa, Cyprus Detached 3 Bedroom Villas Close to Blue-Flag Beaches 5-bedroom villas with designer kitchen areas located in Ayia Napa Deluxe 1-,2- & 3-bedroom apartments in Limassol Luxury 5 en-suite bedroom villas in Protaras close to Pernera Beach Astons at bloggers Astons in the media Astons at bloggers Blog All Residency Greece Residency By Investment & Golden Visas Portugal Residency by Investment & Golden Visas UAE Residency by Investment & Golden Visas Malta Residency By Investment & Golden Visas Spain Residency by Investment & Golden Visas EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program USA Hungary Residency by Investment & Golden Visas Monaco Residency By Investment EU Residency Greece Residency By Investment & Golden Visas Portugal Residency by Investment & Golden Visas Malta Residency By Investment & Golden Visas Spain Residency by Investment & Golden Visas Hungary Residency by Investment & Golden Visas Monaco Residency By Investment FAQs

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Minimum Investment from $300,000

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Astons’ Streamlined Turnkey Solution - Astons Cyprus office

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Within 24 hours, we shall conduct a preliminary assessment and gauge your prospects

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Among the Most Elite EU Golden Visas

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Approval in 6 months and ETIAS EU e-Visa exemption - Citizenship in 5 years

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Strong Rental Market For ROI

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Fast-track Residency in Cyprus for entire family through property investment from €300,000.

The Cyprus Residency by Investment Program is the most assured route to acquiring a Permanent Resident Permit for a European country in just 6 months with no physical presence required.

Cyprus Residency Benefits

Cyprus Residency by Investment Program enables foreign investors to obtain a Cypriot permanent residence permit (PRP) in just 6 months through a property purchase from €300,000 (plus VAT).

The property should be a first-time sale and may comprise of up to two housing units which must be purchased from the same developer.

Once the PRP has been granted, applicants are required to visit Cyprus within 1 year to submit their biometrics data for issuance of their PR card, and should not be absent for more than 2 years.

Cyprus Residency can be used as a first step towards Cyprus Citizenship. This can be acquired in 5 years, provided all the requirements are met.

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Fast-track Permanent Residency Program

Processing of application within 6 months

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Residency program with no donation

Property purchase with no government contributions

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Permanent Residency for entire family

Main applicant, spouse, dependent children up to 25 years, parents and parents in law

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Only one visit to Cyprus is required

Applicants must visit Cyprus once for biometric submission.

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Simple residency requirements

It is not necessary to reside in Cyprus but PR holders must not be absent for more than 2 years

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Favourable tax regime

No worldwide dividends, interest and income tax. No tax on gains. No inheritance tax

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Only first-time sale properties

Suitable apartments, villas and houses qualifying for the program

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Regular rental income

Safe and highly profitable investments, with potential profit from letting your property

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Secure environment

Insurance policy” in case of economic or political stability

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Highly efficient process

The application can be processed in the applicant’s absence and filed on their behalf

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Eligibility for citizenship

Cyprus PR holders may apply for citizenship in 5 years if all the conditions have been met

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Life in the Mediterranean

Mild climate, beautiful scenery and beaches, with 320 days a year of sunshine

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    Visa-free travel and Global mobility

    The Cyprus Residency by Investment program can improve your global mobility if it is being considered as the first step towards acquiring citizenship on the island. Cyprus passport holders get visa-free access to over 173 countries, including EU & UK. While holding a Cyprus PR, applicants can easily apply for a Schengen visa and travel across Europe.

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    To qualify for the Cyprus Permanent Residency by Investment program, applicants are required to buy a first-time sale residential property or sets of properties to the minimum value of €300,000 (plus VAT, if applicable). First-time sale stands for new properties and not for resales. They must have been bought from a property development company.

    Option 1 / €300,000 purchase of a residential property in Cyprus

    • Purchase of first-time residential property worth over €300,000 (plus VAT).
    • Applicants may buy a combination of real estate projects:
      1. one apartment or house;
      2. two apartments are two houses or a combination of each;
      3. one apartment/house and one commercial shop/warehouse;
      4. one apartment/house and one office.
    • The property must be brand new; no resale property would qualify.
    • Property should be purchased from the developer who built the property.
    • The Contract of Sale must be officially filed at the Cyprus Department of Lands and Surveys.
    • The property can be purchased by a company registered under the applicant’s name or jointly under the applicant and spouse. Applicant / spouse must be sole shareholders.
    • The property can be rented out.

    Option 2 / Additional requirements

    • Applicants should provide supporting evidence of secure annual income from abroad of at least €50,000. Income is increased by€15,000forthe spouse,€10,000 for each minor child of the applicant and/or his/her spouse.
    • Applicants should have no intention to undertake any employment in Cyprus. They can own a business registered in Cyprus and receive dividends from this business.
    • Applicants must have a clean criminal record and should not be in the list of persons whose property is frozen by the EU as a result of sanctions.
    • Applicants must visit Cyprus within 1 year of the date of the PRP to provide biometrics for issuance of PR card. All family members are required to visit Cyprus once every two years.
    • PR holders may have their PRP revoked if they are granted permanent residence in another country.

    Cyprus Residency Acquisition Process

    Astons’ focus is to provide a hassle-free and seamless service, assisting you every step of the way with your property purchase and residency application. The entire process is efficiently managed by top professionals in the industry. We deal with all procedures efficiently on your behalf, based on professional expertise and years of experience.

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    Initial Consultation with Astons Immigration Advisers

    Astons immigration advisers will evaluate your personal circ*mstances and guide you through each of the program’s stages, helping you to collate and check the required documents, and preparing the suitable property shortlist meeting your requirements and qualifying as investment.

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    Property Viewings and Property purchase

    We prepare for you a customised property shortlist consisting of properties matching your own requirements. We encourage applicants to visit Cyprus to view the shortlisted properties, and once the property is selected, we ensure that the purchase process is secure and hassle-free. We make certain that you have satisfied all other requirements, including guiding you in opening a bank account in Cyprus to put your fixed deposit into.

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    Preparation

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    Document Preparation

    A detailed checklist will be provided, and you will be guided through the documents collection stage. Experienced immigration advisers will be checking all supporting documents for compliance to ensure all requirements are met.

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    Application Submission

    The complete application for a residence permit, along with all supporting documents, will be submitted to the Civil Registry and Migration Department. The decision is made within six months.

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    Processing time

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    Application Approval

    Once the application is reviewed and approval is granted, you will be issued with an immigration certificate.

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    Residency Card

    Within a year upon approval, the main applicant and all their family members included in the application must visit Cyprus to acquire the permit in person. The PRP holder may request Cypriot citizenship after 5 years (the last 12 months of which, the PRP holder would need to have continuously resided in Cyprus).

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    Cyprus Properties to Invest in

    As buying agents, we offer a whole range of services in commercial and residential real estate. We only ever act on behalf of the the investor, enabling our clients to secure the advantage and placing them ahead of the competition, when it comes to finding and obtaining the right property in highly sought after areas.

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    $1,371,161€1,250,000£1,082,874

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    $4,058,637€3,700,000£3,205,309

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    Anticipated Luxury development in the “Limassol Landmark” location.

    $3,340,149€3,045,000£2,637,883

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    A set of 7, one-line luxury beachfront villas which offer residents personal access to one of the most tranquil beaches on the island.

    $3,126,248€2,850,000£2,468,954

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      FAQs

      Cyprus Residency By Investment & Golden Visas? ›

      The Cyprus Golden Visa

      Golden Visa
      Immigrant investor programs are programs that allow individuals to more quickly obtain residence or citizenship of a country in return for making qualifying investments.
      https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Immigrant_investor_programs
      is a residency by-investment program that allows non-EU citizens to obtain permanent residence and eventually citizenship in Cyprus by making a significant investment of €300,000 in one of the appropriate investment options.

      How much do you need to invest in Cyprus Golden Visa? ›

      What is the Cost of the Cypriot Golden Visa? Qualifying individuals who apply for the permanent residence permit – or the Investor Immigration Permit – under the Cyprus Golden Visa scheme will have to invest a minimum of €300,000 in the Republic's economy.

      Can I get residency in Cyprus if I buy a house? ›

      Apartments and houses were in the highest demand, with prices increasing by 12.3% and 3.1%, respectively. Foreigners can buy property in Cyprus and get residency by investing in real estate for €300,000. Residential and commercial properties are eligible for the program.

      How much money do you need to get residency in Cyprus? ›

      It is also known as a Cyprus immigration permit or unlimited residency. In 2024, to obtain a Permanent Residency permit in Cyprus with the fast-track option, the applicant must invest at least €300,000 in real estate or other investment options. This residency can cover the whole family and does not expire.

      What is the golden visa for Cyprus in 2024? ›

      In addition, with eligible property investments priced from only €300,000, the Cypriot Golden Visa is also Europe's most affordable permanent residency by investment program in 2024. Find out more about the program below, or contact us now to discuss your options.

      Is it worth investing in Cyprus? ›

      Firstly, Cyprus offers a competitive tax system with various benefits for investors. Additionally, the country provides a high quality of life, a robust legal framework, and a favorable business environment. Lastly, Cyprus is a member of the European Union, granting visa-free access to the Schengen Area.

      What is the cheapest golden visa in Europe? ›

      11 Cheapest Golden Visa Programs in the EU and Caribbean
      • Malta Permanent Residence Programme — €150,000.
      • UAE Residence Visa — $204,000.
      • St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment — $250,000.
      • Greece Golden Visa — €250,000.
      • Portugal Golden Visa — €250,000.
      • Italy Golden Visa — €250,000.
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      What are the pitfalls in buying property in Cyprus? ›

      Cyprus: Top 10 Pitfalls To Avoid When Buying Property In Cyprus
      • Pitfall 1 – Not appointing an independent property lawyer. ...
      • Pitfall 2 – Ensure the property is not the subject of an ownership dispute. ...
      • Pitfall 3 – Hidden commissions. ...
      • Pitfall 4 – Failing to consider all the relevant costs.
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      Can a US citizen buy a house in Cyprus? ›

      Permission to acquire immovable property in Cyprus

      Cypriots and EU citizens are entitled to buy immovable property without any restrictions. Non-EU citizens can buy immovable property, however, permission from the Council of Ministers is required.

      How much money do you need in the bank to move to Cyprus? ›

      You have an annual income of at least €30,000 and receive it outside Cyprus. You will deposit €30,000 in a Cypriot bank account, which will be frozen for three years. You will enter Cyprus at least every two years. If you have dependents, you must have an additional annual income of €5,000.

      How much income do I need to retire to Cyprus? ›

      The minimum is about EUR 10,000 annually, with an additional EUR 5,000 for each dependent family member. This type of residence permit does not give you the right to work. Permanent residency by investment is granted if you buy a property of at least EUR 300,000 and have a secured annual income of EUR 50,000 annually.

      How long can I stay in Cyprus if I own a property? ›

      You can also use a multiple entry visa in case you have proof of frequent visits (for instance, owning a property in Cyprus). Its duration can be up to 5 years, and it does not limit the number of arrivals to the island. But even such a visa does not allow extending 90 days of stay in Cyprus every 180 days.

      What are the new residency rules for Cyprus? ›

      A key change in the new rules is that applicants are required to prove on an annual basis that they have maintained their investment as well as meet the bar of a required income for themselves and their family. The applicant must evidence an annual income of at least €50,000 per year, up from the current €30,000.

      Which country has the cheapest golden visa? ›

      Greece is one of the most popular Golden Visas out there, and also the cheapest golden visa in Europe. For an investment of €250,000, a foreign investor will be able to become a European resident in a few months.

      How do I get a 10 year golden visa? ›

      10-year visa — AED 2,000,000+

      You may obtain a UAE residency visa for ten years by purchasing real estate. Investors can buy properties in the Freehold Zones; these are the areas where foreigners may purchase real estate. The minimum investment amount is AED 2,000,000, or about $545,000.

      Is the golden visa ending? ›

      No, the Golden Visa program is not supspended and it is not ending. However major changes were made in October 2024 concerning what type of investment qualifies for the scheme: capital transfers and real estate investment – both direct and indirect – are no longer eligible for the program.

      What is the minimum investment in Cyprus? ›

      2.1 The applicant must invest at least €300,000 in one of the following investment categories: (A) Investment in a house/apartment: Purchase of a house or apartment from a development company, which must be a first sale worth at least €300,000 (plus VAT). (B) Investment in real estate (excluding houses/apartments):

      What is the minimum investment for Greek Golden Visa? ›

      In August 2023, Greece raised the minimum real estate investment for golden visas from €250,000 to €500,000 in areas like Athens and Thessaloniki. However, the increase actually spurred a surge in sales as investors rushed to buy properties before the new threshold took effect.

      How much bank balance is required for Cyprus student visa? ›

      Minimum Bank Balance for a Cyprus Student Visa

      As of the time of writing, the general guideline for the minimum bank balance is approximately €7,000 to €12,000 per year. This amount covers your living expenses, accommodation, and other essential costs.

      Which country has the cheapest Golden Visa? ›

      Greece is one of the most popular Golden Visas out there, and also the cheapest golden visa in Europe. For an investment of €250,000, a foreign investor will be able to become a European resident in a few months.

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