Immigration

N. PANAGIDOU LAW OFFICE lawyers have extensive experience in Immigration Law advising.

We provide our clients with advice based on deep knowledge of the law and years of experience on matters relating to Cyprus Immigration Law and Regulations.

We provide full immigration solution starting with the assessment of the case, the application to the Authorities, follow up and submitting any additional documents required, updating you every step of the way until its conclusion.

Types of Cyprus Visas and Permits

Short stay visa

If you intend to visit Cyprus for business or vacation for a period not exceeding 3 months, you are required to apply for a short-stay visa. The visa can be issued as multiple-entry or single-entry. If you plan on travelling to Cyprus frequently for business or otherwise, you may apply for a 1-year multiple-entry visa but the total stay within that period may not exceed 3 months.

Temporary residence permits

For any non-EU citizen who will be in Cyprus long-term without taking up employment may apply for a special temporary permit (commonly referred to as the “Pink Slip”). This permit is usually issued for a period of 1-2 years but can be easily extended for an additional 1-2 year period is required.

Categories of temporary residence permits (pink slips) include

• Visitor visa
• Student visa
• Employment visa

Immigration Permits

This permit is for any non-EU national who wishes to be self-employed or take up employment at a Cyprus company or has at their disposal a secure annual income without the need to secure employment or engage in any business or profession; and who meets the criteria of the specific category that such person would fall into, as defined by Cyprus legislation and immigration regulations.

Permanent Residence Permits

This permit applies to a non-EU family member of non-EU citizens or non-EU family members of EU citizens who wish to apply for permanent residency in Cyprus.