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Quick facts

Minimum investment €300,000; Typical timeline 6 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
€300,000
Currency: EUR
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Cyprus
  • residency
  • property investment
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1Question 1 of 2 — Do you have a minimum of €300,000 to invest in residential property?
2Question 2 of 2 — Do you meet the income requirements for main applicant and dependents?

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Program overview

The Cyprus Golden Visa (Permanent Residency via Investment) allows non-EU nationals to secure permanent residency by investing €300,000 in eligible new residential property. Dependents — spouse, children under 25, and parents — can be included in one application. Maintenance is straightforward: visit Cyprus once every two years to keep residency active.

Investment overview

Applicants may acquire up to two new residential units from approved developers, meeting the minimum €300,000 investment threshold (exclusive of VAT). Funds must be transferred from abroad, and the properties must comply with Cyprus residency regulations and due-diligence standards.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 3 line items. Estimated totals: €300,000 (EUR). Proof of funds items: 1.

Estimated program totals
EUR: €300,000
Required proof of funds
EUR: €50,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
Minimum Property Investment€300,000On purchase

New property, VAT excluded

Application Fee€0On application

Civil Registry submission

Residence Permit Fee€0On issuance

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Proof of funds

  • Secure Annual Income€50,000

    EUR 50,000 for main applicant; +15,000 per spouse, +10,000 per dependent child

Required (EUR): €50,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

  • Invest a minimum of €300,000 in eligible residential property
  • Provide clean criminal record certificates for all adult dependents
  • Submit official declaration confirming no employment in Cyprus (except as company director of invested business)
  • Transfer investment funds from abroad

Key benefits

  • Permanent residency in Cyprus
  • Minimal physical presence required – one visit every two years
  • Dependents included: spouse, children under 25, and parents
  • Access to healthcare and education
  • Ability to own shares and receive dividends

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Preliminary check

    Preliminary check by a certified AML officer (1 business day)

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: Select property

    Select eligible residential property and sign contract

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: Transfer funds

    Transfer €300,000 + VAT to developer

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: Submit application

    Submit application to Civil Registry & Migration Department

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Biometrics

    Visit Cyprus to submit biometric data for investor and family

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  6. Step 6: Residence cards

    Receive permanent residence cards within 40 days after biometrics

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

FeatureResidential PropertyCommercial PropertyBusiness InvestmentFund Investment
Minimum Investment€300,000€300,000€300,000€300,000
Investment TypeReal estateOffices, shops, hotelsEquity in Cyprus companyUnits in regulated fund
Physical PresenceOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 years
DependentsSpouse, children under 25, parentsSameSameSame
Holding PeriodMust retain investment to maintain PRSameSameSame

Who this program is NOT for

  • Applicants with serious criminal records
  • Failure to provide proof of funds
  • Non-compliance with investment regulations

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Frequently asked questions

A minimum of €300,000 excluding VAT, for up to two residential properties.

Yes, spouse, children under 25, and financially dependent parents.

Only once every two years.

No, employment is not permitted, but investors can own shares and receive dividends.

Typically 4–6 months from submission to issuance of residence cards.
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