Minimum qualifying investment. The residential route requires a first-sale home from a developer, plus VAT. Other eligible routes include commercial property, company capital and qualifying funds.
Cyprus permanent residence
A lasting connection
to Cyprus.
Explore Cyprus as a place to make a home, build relationships and plan your family’s future. United Group has helped hundreds of families relocate to Cyprus. Our immigration and relocation support connects your property search with specialist residence advice.
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Your next chapter
starts here.
Choosing a home is about more than the property itself. We help you consider the location, everyday life and the support your family will need, while qualified immigration advisers assess your application.
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Investment route · Regulation 6(2)
The key requirements.
Minimum secured annual income, increased by €15,000 for a spouse and €10,000 per dependent minor child.
A spouse and minor children may be included. Certain unmarried, dependent students aged 18–25 can apply separately, subject to conditions.
Programme overview
Residence with a long-term outlook.
Residence rights are unlimited; adult cards require renewal after ten years. Establish residence within one year of approval and avoid two consecutive years abroad.
Maintain the qualifying investment and required health cover. Ongoing evidence and criminal-record checks apply. Employment is restricted, with specified director exceptions.
Permanent residence does not automatically grant citizenship or unrestricted EU work rights.
The application process
From conversation to application.
Review your plans
Discuss your household, property preferences and intended investment with our team and qualified advisers.
Prepare your application
Your adviser checks eligibility, investment evidence, income, insurance and supporting documents before submission.
Submit & follow through
The official estimated examination period is approximately two months after a complete application; approval is not guaranteed.
General overview checked against the Migration Department guidance on 1 November 2026. Individual eligibility and current requirements should be confirmed with a qualified immigration adviser before committing to an investment.
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