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Quick facts

Minimum investment €300,000; Typical timeline 6 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
€300,000
Currency: EUR
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Cyprus
  • commercial property
  • Golden Visa
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Program overview

The Cyprus Golden Visa – Commercial Property Investment allows non-EU nationals to obtain permanent residency by investing in approved commercial properties such as offices, shops, or hotels. The program includes spouse, children under 25, and parents as dependents, with a minimal physical presence requirement of one visit every two years.

Investment overview

Investors must invest a minimum of €300,000 in eligible commercial properties. Up to two properties can be purchased from approved developers. Funds must be transferred from abroad, and properties must comply with Cyprus regulations. Permanent residency is maintained as long as the qualifying investment is held.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 3 line items. Estimated totals: €300,700 (EUR). Proof of funds items: 1.

Estimated program totals
EUR: €300,700
Required proof of funds
EUR: €50,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
Minimum Commercial Property Investment€300,000Before purchase

Excluding VAT; eligible properties include offices, shops, hotels.

Application Fee€500On submission

Covers government processing fee.

Residence Permit Fee€200On approval

Covers main applicant and dependents.

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Proof of funds

  • Secure Annual Income (main applicant)€50,000

    Main applicant; +15,000 for spouse, +10,000 per dependent child.

Required (EUR): €50,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

  • Invest a minimum of €300,000 in eligible commercial property.
  • Provide clean criminal record certificates for all adult dependents.
  • Submit official declaration confirming no employment in Cyprus (except as company director of invested business).
  • Transfer investment funds from abroad.

Key benefits

  • Permanent residency in Cyprus.
  • Dependents included: spouse, children under 25, and parents.
  • Minimal physical presence required – one visit every two years.
  • Access to healthcare and education.
  • Ability to own shares and receive dividends.

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Preliminary check

    Conducted by a certified AML officer to ensure compliance.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: Select property

    Choose eligible commercial property and sign contract with developer.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: Transfer funds

    Transfer €300,000 plus VAT to the developer from abroad.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: Submit application

    Submit application to Civil Registry & Migration Department.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Biometrics

    Visit Cyprus to provide biometric data for main applicant and dependents.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  6. Step 6: Residence cards

    Receive permanent residence cards within 40 days of biometrics.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

FeatureCommercial PropertyResidential PropertyBusiness InvestmentFund Investment
Minimum Investment€300,000€300,000€300,000€300,000
Investment TypeOffices, shops, hotelsReal estateEquity in Cyprus-based companyUnits in collective investment schemes
Physical PresenceOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 yearsOnce every 2 years
DependentsSpouse, children under 25, parentsSpouse, children under 25, parentsSpouse, children under 25, parentsSpouse, children under 25, parents
Holding PeriodMust retain investment to maintain PR statusMust retain investment to maintain PR statusMust retain investment to maintain PR statusMust retain investment to maintain PR status

Who this program is NOT for

  • Applicants with serious criminal records.
  • Failure to provide proof of funds.
  • Non-compliance with application requirements or invalid documentation.

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Frequently asked questions

Offices, shops, hotels, or similar developments approved by Cyprus authorities.

Yes, spouse, children under 25, and financially dependent parents.

Only once every two years is required.

No, employment is not permitted, but investors can own shares and receive dividends.

A minimum of €300,000 excluding VAT.
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