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Transit visa for passing through Cyprus airport international transit area. Allows transit without entering national territory during stopover or transfer between flights.

Residence permit for non-EU/EEA remote workers and self-employed professionals. Allows working for foreign employers or clients while residing in Cyprus. Valid for up to 2 years with family inclusion.

Work permit for domestic workers including housemaids, nannies, and caregivers. Restricted to families with young children or single parents meeting specific criteria.

Work permit for employment in Cyprus through traditional separate visa and work permit process. For cases where single permit cannot be issued. Requires obtaining visa first, then work permit upon arrival.

Work visa and residence permit for remunerated employment in Cyprus. Single combined permit covers both entry and work authorization. For third-country nationals with a job offer in Cyprus.

Residence and work permit for highly skilled non-EU nationals. Requires third-level education degree and job offer in designated sectors (ICT, pharmaceutical research, shipping). Fast-track to residence and citizenship.

Residence permit for non-EU family members of EU/EEA citizens. Fast-track process for spouses, children, and dependent relatives of EU/EEA nationals.

Residence permit for family members of non-EU nationals legally residing in Cyprus. For spouses, dependent children, and parents in dependency relationships. Allows family reunification after 2 years of sponsor residence.

Permanent residence through minimum EUR 300,000 investment. Available for real estate, business, or investment fund acquisition. Grants immediate permanent residency with low residency requirements.

Residence permit for employees transferring within the same company to work in Cyprus. For managers, specialists, and trainees with required prior employment in the company.

Residence and employment permit for owners of companies of foreign interests in Cyprus. Allows operating a business with minimum EUR 200,000 capital deposit and bringing skilled employees.

Residence permit for entrepreneurs investing in Cyprus. Allows residence while establishing and operating an innovative startup with high growth potential. Requires business plan and equity stake.

National long-stay visa for non-EU/EEA nationals intending to stay in Cyprus for more than 90 days up to one year. Required for work, study, business, volunteering, and family reunification purposes.

Long-validity multiple entry visa for frequent travelers and business professionals. Valid for 1-5 years allowing repeated short stays up to 90 days per 180-day period. For businessmen and professionals requiring frequent Cyprus visits.

Transit visa for passing through Cyprus territory. Allows entry and transit through Cyprus for up to 5 days for purposes of traveling to another destination.

Work permit for seasonal employment in agriculture and related sectors. Allows work for up to 4 months extendable to 8 months within a 12-month period. Ideal for agricultural workers and seasonal laborers.

Standard tourist visa for short-term visits up to 90 days. Available to nationals of countries without visa-waiver agreements with Cyprus. Allows tourism, family visits, and short business purposes.

Residence permit for spouses of Cypriot citizens. Grants right to reside in Cyprus and pathway to citizenship after 3 years of marriage and 2 years of residence.

Residence permit for non-EU/EEA international students pursuing full-time academic studies at recognized educational institutions in Cyprus.

Temporary residence permit for pensioners and retirees with secure foreign income. Most popular pathway for retirees without property purchase. Low income requirement compared to investment options.

Short-stay visa for visiting family members in Cyprus. For relatives of Cypriot residents coming to visit for tourism and family purposes.

Residence permit for non-EU nationals participating in voluntary service programs. For volunteers aged 18-30 (unless program specifies different age) with approved volunteer organization.