Residence permits and permanent residence abroadResidence permits and permanent residence abroad for your goals

A residence permit is temporary, must be renewed and is generally tied to its original basis, such as an investment, employment or income. Permanent residence is a more durable status, but it does not confer citizenship rights or a passport. Cyprus grants permanent residence by investment from the outset; the status remains valid while its conditions are met, and the card is renewed every 10 years.

It depends on your available capital, income and plans to live in the country. Investment routes generally require more capital and may have limited physical-presence requirements. Income-based routes have a lower initial financial commitment but often require applicants to spend substantial time in the country and may affect tax residence. We compare both options against your circumstances.

It depends on the programme. Some investment routes have minimal or no physical-presence requirement, while income-based routes may require applicants to make the country their main place of residence. We check the current rule before recommending a route.

It depends on the programme, property type and permitted use. Some qualifying properties may be rented out, while others are subject to restrictions. Rental income may also create tax obligations in the country where the property is located.