Cyprus Citizenship by Naturalisation: Residence, Language and Application
Ordinary naturalisation requires a period of lawful residence, good character and knowledge of Greek; here is how to prepare the file.
Confirm the residence requirement
Naturalisation generally requires several years of lawful residence immediately before applying, with a continuous period in the last year. Absences and gaps in permits can reset or reduce your count, so reconstruct your history first.
Prepare language and good-character evidence
Applicants must show adequate Greek and a clean record. Collect police certificates from every country of recent residence, with apostille and translation, and any language certificate accepted by the authority.
File the application and attend any interview
Submit the file through the competent authority, pay the fees, and respond promptly to any request for additional documents. Processing can take a long time; keep copies and your submission receipt.
FAQ
Does Cyprus allow dual citizenship?
Cyprus itself generally permits dual citizenship, but your country of origin may not. Check its rules before you apply, as losing the original nationality can be a consequence.