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Why Cypriot citizenship

Why is it worth to obtain Cypriot citizenship

A Cypriot passport means European status, prestige, and freedom. It provides citizens with full access to EU opportunities and a high standard of living on an island with a mild climate and stable economy.

Visa-free travel to more than 160 countries

With a Cypriot passport, you can travel without a visa to countries in the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Australia, and many others. Cyprus is among the countries with a high level of visa freedom and international recognition.

The right to live, work, and study in the EU

A Cypriot passport grants full European Union citizenship rights. You can freely live, work, do business, or study in any EU country without visas or additional permits.

Transfer of status to children and spouse

Children of Cypriot citizens automatically receive citizenship by descent. Spouses can apply for a residence permit and subsequently obtain a Cypriot passport through a simplified procedure. This provides stability and protection for the whole family.

Social protection and high standard of living

Cyprus combines European standards with a mild climate, safety, and favorable living conditions. The state provides its citizens with access to free education, healthcare, and EU social programs.

A variety of legal grounds

Cyprus law provides several ways to obtain citizenship: by descent, marriage, naturalization, restoration, or special merit. We will select the optimal basis and take care of all the formalities.

Tax and financial advantages

Cyprus is one of the most advantageous jurisdictions in Europe. Low taxes, no inheritance tax, and flexible business conditions make the country attractive to both entrepreneurs and individuals.

Team supporting EU citizenship applicants

Official EU programs

Eligibility

Who can obtain Cypriot citizenship?

Cypriot citizenship can be obtained by persons of Cypriot origin, foreigners legally residing in the country, as well as spouses and children of Cypriot citizens.

Main ways to obtain citizenship:

Citizenship by descent

for descendants of Cypriot citizens

Citizenship by birth

Through marriage to a Cypriot citizen

Naturalization after residing in the country

from 7 years

Restoration of previously lost citizenship

Special services to the Republic of Cyprus

All programs are based on official EU legislation and carried out with full documentary support.

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Choose the best path to Cypriot citizenship

Submit your application — our lawyer will assess your chances free of charge and offer a personalized application strategy.

Alexandra V.

EU Citizenship Specialist

How the Cyprus citizenship
application process works?

The procedure for obtaining Cypriot citizenship is regulated by the Cyprus Civil Registry Law. The law establishes the procedure, grounds, and conditions for obtaining citizenship of the Republic of Cyprus. We accompany you through all stages: from checking the grounds to obtaining a passport.

Contacting the company and verifying grounds

We determine the possible path to obtaining citizenship—by origin, marriage, residence, or restoration—analyze documents, and assess prospects.

Preparing documents

A dossier is compiled in accordance with the requirements of the Cyprus Ministry of Internal Affairs. We help collect certificates, translations, archival data, and notarized documents to avoid mistakes.

Submitting the application

The application is submitted by a lawyer to the Department of Civil Registration and Migration in Nicosia, to district administrations in Cyprus, or to Cypriot embassies/consulates abroad.

Review and verification

The application undergoes legal verification at the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Cyprus. After all conditions have been verified and approved, you take an oath, the Ministry of Interior makes a decision and issues a certificate of citizenship (Certificate of Naturalisation or Certificate of Registration).

Obtaining citizenship and a passport

After receiving the relevant certificate of citizenship, you can apply for a Cypriot passport and ID card. From this moment on, you become a full citizen of the European Union.

Why choose us

Our key advantages    

We've helped 500+ clients obtain EU citizenship. Here's what makes our approach different from everyone else.

Many years of expertise in immigration law      

Our lawyers, with their in-depth knowledge of European legislation, will find the best solution for you to obtain citizenship.        

Transparent and fair terms    

We work under an official contract with clearly defined stages, deadlines, and a fixed cost for services.     

Individual support    

Each client is assigned a personal lawyer who accompanies the process from application to passport receipt.    

A variety of citizenship programs    

We offer different ways to obtain citizenship — through investment, repatriation, naturalization, or a residence permit in the country of your choice.    

Minimal bureaucracy for the client    

We take care of all the preparation, verification, and submission of documents so that you can go through the process without stress.    

Proven results    

We are proud of our high success rate and positive feedback from clients who have obtained citizenship with our help.        

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from immigration lawyers

Alexandra V.

EU Citizenship Specialist

Frequently asked questions
about Cypriot citizenship

We have compiled up-to-date information on the procedure for obtaining Cypriot citizenship and answers to the most frequently asked questions from applicants. If you would like to learn more, our lawyers will conduct an individual consultation and help you develop a strategy for obtaining Cypriot citizenship.

No, knowledge of Greek is not required when obtaining citizenship by descent or marriage. However, during naturalization, a basic interview may be conducted to assess the applicant's level of proficiency in Greek or English and their degree of integration into Cypriot society.

Yes, Cyprus officially allows dual citizenship. This means that you can keep your current passport without having to renounce it. This approach allows you to enjoy the benefits of Cypriot citizenship while maintaining ties with your home country.

The standard package includes a passport, birth and marriage certificates, proof of residence, income and no criminal record, documents confirming Cypriot origin (if applicable), as well as translations and notarizations. In some cases, additional documents may be required (proof of permanent residence or copies of birth certificates of Cypriot relatives).

Yes, minor children can be included in their parents' application. If one of the parents is a Cypriot citizen, the child automatically receives Cypriot citizenship by right of descent. For adult children, it is possible to submit a separate application if the established conditions are met.

The direct citizenship by investment program has been officially closed. However, foreign investors who have obtained a residence permit under the investment program may apply for citizenship after several years of legal residence in the country. The decision is made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the applicant's period of residence and tax status.

The processing time depends on the basis for the application and the completeness of the documents submitted. On average, the procedure takes up to 12 months, but in complex cases or if additional verification of documents is required, the processing time may be extended. We help speed up the process by ensuring that the documents are prepared correctly and checked in advance.

Most stages can be completed remotely — preparation of documents, translations, and submission of the dossier by power of attorney. Personal presence is required at the final stages: to sign the application, attend the interview, and take the oath.

Yes, if your parents or grandparents were citizens of Cyprus, you are entitled to citizenship by descent. This procedure is carried out under a simplified scheme, without residency requirements, and is one of the most direct forms of obtaining citizenship.

Cyprus citizenship through official procedures: a reliable path to an EU passport

Why is it worth to obtain Cypriot citizenship

Who can obtain Cypriot citizenship?

Choose the best path to Cypriot citizenship

How the Cyprus citizenship
application process works?

Our key advantages

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from immigration lawyers

Frequently asked questions
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