Cyprus Permanent Residency Through Property Investment
How the fast-track permanent residency route works, the investment threshold, income requirements and what it does and does not grant.
The route in outline
Cyprus operates a fast-track permanent residency programme for third-country nationals based on a qualifying investment, most commonly in new residential property, supported by proof of secure annual income from abroad and standard clean-record requirements.
What it grants
Permanent residency in Cyprus for the holder and qualifying dependants, with the investment required to be maintained. It is not citizenship, and it does not itself confer the right to work in every case or free movement rights across the EU.
Before you rely on it
Thresholds, income requirements and family definitions have been revised more than once. Confirm the current criteria with a Cypriot immigration lawyer before structuring a purchase around them, and make sure the property you choose qualifies.