Cyprus

The Cyprus 60-day tax route allows individuals to become tax residents with minimal annual presence. Combined with the non-dom regime and the absence of inheritance tax, it offers a stable, low-tax base while keeping income and assets international. Permanent residence by investment adds lifelong EU residence rights, which makes Cyprus a practical hub for tax-efficient dividend income, business ownership, and succession structuring without full-time relocation.

Albert Ioffe

To obtain permanent residence in Cyprus, you need to invest at least €300,000 and be able to prove at least €50,000 of annual income outside Cyprus. Applications for Cyprus permanent residence are considered within approximately 9 months; you can get the status together with your family.  Learn all the requirements of the Cyprus permanent residence by investment and who it is suitable for.

Alevtina Kalmuk

Insurance will make your stay more secure, even in a peaceful country like Cyprus. Whether you are enjoying the clean blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea, visiting your holiday villa, or settling as an expatriate, the right insurance policy can cover unforeseen expenses and give you peace of mind. Find out how travel, life, medical, car, and property insurance policies work in Cyprus and which of them you might need.

Alevtina Kalmuk

Buying real estate is one of the ways to legally obtain residency or citizenship in another country. All it takes is purchasing an apartment, house, or commercial property that meets the country’s requirements. In Greece, for example, buying a property for renovation worth at least €250,000 qualifies an investor for residency. In Türkiye, investing at least $400,000 in real estate makes one eligible for citizenship. Here is where investors buy property, whether they can rent it out, and how to keep residency when selling property.

Elena Kozyreva

Cyprus has an appealing tax system for both residents and non-tax residents. There is the lowest taxation in the EU for all resident-based companies, which is 12.5%. Non-resident companies are exempt from this tax. There are also various exemptions: for example, if your annual taxable income amounts to €19,500 or less, you are exempt from personal taxation. Read the complete guide to taxation in Cyprus, exemptions, and benefits.

Albert Ioffe

You can obtain Cypriot citizenship in three ways: by naturalisation, marriage to a Cypriot citizen, or through Cypriot ancestry. To qualify by naturalisation, a foreigner must live in Cyprus for at least 8 years. Highly qualified specialists may apply after 4 to 5 years of residence. A foreigner married to a Cypriot becomes eligible for citizenship after 3 years of marriage. Children automatically acquire citizenship if at least one parent is a Cypriot citizen. Adults with Cypriot roots may also be eligible. Here’s how to obtain Cypriot citizenship in practice, how long it takes, and what the process involves.

Alevtina Kalmuk

Fast-track obtaining procedure and a life‑long status are not all the benefits of a Cyprus permanent residence permit. The country’s features and prospects make it highly attractive to investors. Who can apply for permit residency by investment, and what are the disadvantages of a Cyprus residence permit?

Alevtina Kalmuk

How to describe Cyprus? It's up to 300 sunny days yearly, a mild Mediterranean climate, rich culture, enough sights, and widely spoken English. At the same time, it is the 23rd economy in the World and 16th in Europe, with respect to property rights. The maximum individual income tax rate is 35%, and the maximum corporate rate is 12.5%. It is an attractive place both for life and business. And almost any foreign can access these benefits by obtaining the Cyprus Permanent Residence Permit. There is a way to get RP through a mix of business visas and naturalisation, and there is a way through investments. This article observes all ways of getting it.

Alevtina Kalmuk

Cyprus Golden Visa Program is the fastest path to obtaining a permanent residence permit: the process takes three months. Applicants invest a minimal amount of €300,000 in real estate or business. Cyprus permanent residence card has unlimited duration and opens the door to European value as free travelling, studying and other benefits.

Alevtina Kalmuk