Cyprus Permanent Residency Program
Purchase €300,000 property to quickly obtain Commonwealth and EU permanent green cards in 2 months.
Cyprus Core Advantages
As a strategic crossroad in the Mediterranean and a famous European holiday resort, the Cyprus Permanent Residency Program is the fastest property-investment approval process in Europe. For families urgently needing a European green card for overseas Chinese student exams or avoiding heavy taxes, Cyprus is a top choice.
Global Asset Allocators
People looking to hedge single-currency risk, seek steady investment returns, and gain overseas status.
Family Education & Retirement Planning
For children's top-tier education resources and the whole family's free high-quality healthcare and retirement security.
High-Frequency International Business Travelers
Urgently need a high-value passport or Green Card for spontaneous global travel, skipping tedious visa applications.
Processing Time
2-4 Months
Min Investment
€300,000
Residency Req
Land once every two years
Passport Rank
12th Globally (182 visa-free countries)
Corporate Tax
12.5%
Lifetime PR
Directly approved for PR (Permanent Residency), without the pain of transitioning from temporary to permanent residency like other countries.
Ultra-Low Tax Rates
Corporate income tax is only 12.5%, no property tax, no estate tax, and tax-exempt on overseas dividends.
Lightning Fast Approval
Under the fast-track channel stipulated by law, status can be approved in as fast as about 2 months.
Extremely Low Immigration Jail
Only need to land in Cyprus once every two years, which does not affect business and life in Greater China or globally.
Tax Advantages & Wealth Planning
One of the Few European Countries with Tax Exemption on Dividends for Non-Doms
Not only does Cyprus have a corporate income tax of just 12.5%, but it has also introduced a highly preferential "Non-Domiciled" tax regime to attract HNWIs. Under this regime, your overseas dividend and interest income are completely exempt from the Special Defence Contribution (i.e., tax-free) for 17 years, making it a golden zone for setting up European offshore holding companies.
Education System & Children's Future
Overseas Base for the Commonwealth Education System
As a former British colony, English is highly prevalent in Cyprus. The island hosts many high-quality overseas branches of British boarding schools and international schools with low tuition fees, adopting the authentic British A-Level system, making it a hidden shortcut for aiming at Oxford and Cambridge.
Application Requirements & Key Thresholds
Real Client Approvals & Timelines
"As a low-tax haven in Europe, Cyprus allows three generations of a family to obtain PR cards in one step just by buying property. We bought a highly valuable sea-view villa in Paphos, which is ideal for hedging geopolitical risks in the Middle East."
Standard Application & Processing Steps
Select Property & Deposit
Select Mediterranean sea-view properties online or via field visit, and pay a deposit of about €10,000 - €20,000.
Full Payment & Prep Materials
Remit the €300,000 property funds to the developer's account and complete stamp duty registration for the contract.
Submit PR Application
A Cyprus lawyer submits the full set of documents to the immigration bureau.
Approval & Biometrics
Approved in about 2-3 months; must land within one year to record biometrics and collect the lifetime PR card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Cyprus green card valid for life?
Yes. The PR (Permanent Residency) issued in one step through the €300,000 Cyprus property purchase program is valid for life. You don't need to suffer the "temporary to permanent" transition; you just need to land in Cyprus once every two years to maintain your status.
Can I find a job locally in Cyprus?
No. PR obtained through investment does not allow you to be employed by local companies (to avoid competing for local jobs). However, you can register and own your own company as a shareholder in Cyprus and legally earn dividend profits.
Can buying a €300,000 property cover my whole family?
The main applicant can include their spouse and unmarried children under 25 who are enrolled full-time and financially dependent. Under the previous policy, parents could be included, but the new policy has tightened and parents are no longer allowed.