Cyprus citizenship is one of the most attractive options for EU immigration.
Application processing time*
- 6 months
Minimum time to qualify for citizenship
- 6 month
Main program benefits
- Citizenship is granted to the entire family, including spouse, children, adult dependants up to the age of 28, and parents
- The right to live, work, study and retire anywhere in the EU
- There is no physical presence required prior, during or after citizenship is obtained, other than a one day visit to provide biometrics
- Citizenship is granted for life and is transferable to descendants
Minimum capital requirements for single applicant
- € 2 million (in residential real estate)
Term of main option
Three years
Details of requirements
- Option 1 – € 2 million investment in residential real estate (plus VAT if applicable)
or - Option 2 – € 2.5 million in combination of investments (plus VAT if applicable), of any of the following:
- Real estate including residential, commercial, infrastructure
- Creation,participation or acquisition in a Cypruscompany
- Cyprus government bonds (to a maximum of € 500,000)
- Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) or Cyprus entity of financial assets which are CySEC regulated, with activities in Cyprus
The right to travel visa-free
- 159 countries, including Canada and Lichtenstein
The right to live, work and study without restriction
- 28 EU countries
Additional notes
- No government donation – strictly an investment only program
- No physical residency requirements
- Investment to be held for only 3 years, other than a primary residence to the value of € 500,000 to be held inde nably
- The property may be leased to generate rental revenue (Subject to VAT)
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