Immigration & ResidenceVerified procedural guide · Updated 2026-10-18T00:00:00.000Z
Residence Permits in Cyprus: Pink Slip, Fast-Track PR (6.2) & BCS
Compare Cyprus residency pathways: income requirements (€24,000+ for Pink Slip, €50,000+ for Reg. 6.2 PR), required apostilled documents, and timelines.
This is not legal advice.
Step 1Find a lawyer
Select Your Residency Category & Verify Income Thresholds
Temporary Visitor Permit (Pink Slip) requires stable foreign income of at least €24,000/year (+20% for spouse, +15% per child) and a Cyprus bank deposit. Regulation 6.2 Fast-Track PR requires purchasing new property of €300,000+ (+VAT) and €50,000/year foreign income.
Documents required at this step:Foreign tax declarations, Cyprus bank account IBAN & SWIFT inflow receipts
Step 2Find a lawyer
Prepare Apostilled Certificates & Lease/Title Registration
Criminal record certificates, marriage and birth certificates must carry an Apostille (or diplomatic legalization) and certified translation into Greek or English. Rental contracts must be at least 12 months and stamped by the Tax Department.
Documents required at this step:Apostilled Criminal Record (<6 months old), health insurance policy, bank guarantee letter