Cyprus | Second Citizenship via Investment

Frequently asked questions

Can I invest in more than one investment route?
Yes – as long as the combined investment amount is at least €2million you can invest in any combination of the above routes.

What types of real estate are a qualifying investment for citizenship through this program?
You can purchase residential property as well as commercial property and projects within the tourism sector. You can also invest in real estate development projects, as long as the value of the project is worth at least €2million. However, land acquisition does not count as a qualifying investment for this visa and its value will not count toward the €2million investment criterion. Note that for development or infrastructure projects, you must enclose a viable business plan with your application.

How long do I need to keep my investment for?
You’ll need to keep your €2million investment for a period of at least three years following your golden visa being issued. After then, you are free to either retain or sell your investment – but you must still retain your private residence.

How long do I need to keep my private residence for?
The private residence that you must buy is permanent. In other words, you own the residence that you purchase for life.

Does that mean I can’t sell this property once purchased?
You are allowed to sell your permanent residence at any time. However, if you do you must immediately purchase another residential property that has the same or higher value in replacement. In essence, you must retain a private residence worth at least €500,000 for life once you gain Cypriot citizenship.

Do I still need to purchase a private residence worth €500,000 if I am also spending €2million in property to satisfy the investment requirement?
If you are investing €2million in residential real estate only, and one of these properties is worth at least €500,000, you will not also be required to purchase a further private residence. In all other scenarios, you will need to purchase a private residence worth €500,000 or more. This includes if you invest €2million in real estate but some (or all) of the properties are not residential, or if you invest €2million in residential property but none of them have a value of at least €500,000.

What about if part of my investment is in property and the remainder is in the other investment routes? (e.g. Cypriot businesses, or bonds)
You would still need to purchase an additional private residence with a value of at least €500,000 – even if one of the properties you have purchased is a private residence worth more than half a million Euros. Your permanent residence can only qualify as a part of your investment criteria if you are investing solely in residential property.

Are there any additional investment requirements for my family members?
You do not need to make an additional investment if you are including your spouse or any dependent children on your application. However, if your parents want to apply for citizenship they will need to purchase a residence worth at least €500,000.

Can my parents share the permanent residence that I will acquire?
They can – however, the residence would need to be a joint investment between you and your parents, and your parents would need to invest at least €500,000 into the property. This means that a single property worth at least one million Euros can satisfy this requirement for both you and your parents.