Residency by Investment

CYPRUS Permanent Residency

At the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, Cyprus is the perfect setting for global travel. An important member of the European Union, it is also an active member of the British Commonwealth. Boasting a rich and diverse culture, Cyprus offers investors a safe and stable environment which is ideal for raising families.

Key program details

Visa-free countries (after citizenship): 178
Visa-free access to EU: Yes
Average processing time: 3 months
Minimum Investment: €300,000
Leads to citizenship: Yes, after 8 years of residency.
Investment holding period: Indefinitely or until citizenship is obtained. 

Eligible Family Members:

  • Spouse.
  • Dependent children up to 25 years of age.

Residency requirement: 1 visit required within the 1st year, then every 2 years thereafter as long as he investment is maintained. 

For personalized assistance, contact ROC Citizenship to schedule a free consultation. Our team will assess your eligibility and guide you through every stage of the application process

Benefits of CYPRUS RESIDENCY

  • Freedom of Movement: The ability to live in the EU and travel with ease
    • Real Estate Investment: Opportunity for real estate investment with a good ROI
    • Applicants are allowed to open businesses, hire employees, and receive profits.
  • Fast processing time
  • Flexible Residence Requirements: One visit is required within the first year to provide biometrics, then every 2 years as long as the investment is maintained.
  • Family Inclusion: Spouse, Dependent children up to 25 years of age.
  • Healthcare and Education System: Access to quality healthcare and education in Cyprus
  • Attractive tax regime: Lowest Personal & Corporate Taxes in the EU.
  • Pathway to Citizenship: Eligibility to apply for Cypriot citizenship after 8 years of residence in Cyprus. The Cypriot passport allows visa-free travel to 175 countries and permits dual/multiple citizenship. 
 

Eligibility Criteria

  • The MA be at least 18 years of age. 
  • Be a non-(EU/EEA/Swiss). 
  • Make an investment in one of the qualifying investment options. 
  • Good character, without a criminal record. 
  • Prove that all funds for the Golden Visa program were acquired lawfully. 
  • Maintain a deposit of €30,000 in a Cypriot financial institution for three years.
  • Applicants must be in good health.
 
 

Investment Options

Investment in Real estate

  1. Purchasing up to 2 new residential properties (house or apartment) with a minimum value of EUR 300,000 PLUS VAT, with the option to purchase from two different developers. 
  2. Another type of real estate besides a house/apartment, such as a shop, or another real estate development: Purchase up to two new or used of other types of real estate such as offices or other related estate developments €300,000 (plus VAT).
 

CAPITAL SHARES 

 

Investment in Cyprus Company’s share capital, with business activities and personnel in the Republic: Investment worth €300,000 in the share capital of a company registered and operating in Cyprus and employing at least five (5) people. 

INVESTMENT IN UNITS

 

Investment in units of Cyprus Investment Organization of Collective Investments (forms of AIF, AIFLNP, RAIF): Investment worth €300,000 in units of Cyprus Investment Organization Collective Investments.

 

Application Process

  1.  Applicant pre-screening for eligibility. 
  2. Document Collection
  3. Opening a Bank Account 
  4. Fulfilling the Investment Requirement
  5. Payment of professional fees. 
  6. Submission of the residency application 
  7. Due diligence check. 
  8. Approval in principle.
  9. Release of biometrics.
  10. Issuance of the PR

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