Cyprus offers the fastest and most accessible pathways to EU citizenship through naturalisation. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or family seeking new opportunities, Cyprus’s fast-track citizenship program allows you to enjoy full EU rights, visa-free travel to over 170 countries, and a Mediterranean lifestyle – all within as little as 3 years.
Fastest EU Citizenship
174 visa-free destinations
Residency: Minimum 3 years
Processing: 8 months
Summary
Cyprus Citizenship grants you and your family full rights as EU citizens, including the ability to live, work, and study anywhere in the European Union. With a vibrant Mediterranean lifestyle, boasting over 300 sunny days a year, access to world-class healthcare, and visa-free travel to 174 countries, Cyprus is an ideal choice for those seeking stability and opportunity in Europe.
There are three main pathways to obtaining Cyprus citizenship:
Core Benefits
Eligibility
Continuous residency for 8 years, including uninterrupted residency during the final year before application.
The Citizenship by Investment Program was abolished in 2020. However, investors can still secure residency through the Cyprus Golden Visa program, which provides a pathway to EU citizenship by naturalisation.
What we offer
We evaluate your eligibility, clarify the best pathway for citizenship, and create a detailed timeline to guide you through the process with confidence.
Our team assists with gathering, verifying, and organising all necessary documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with strict citizenship standards.
We prepare and submit your citizenship application to the relevant authorities, continuously tracking its progress and addressing any issues that arise.
Our team manages all communication with citizenship authorities, including addressing additional requests or queries, to ensure a seamless process.
We guide you through the final stages, such as preparing for tests or interviews, and ensure you receive your citizenship documentation without complications.
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Cyprus Citizenship grants full EU citizenship, enabling you to live, work, and study in any EU country.
By maintaining legal residency in Cyprus for 8 years (standard) or 3–4 years (fast-track), and meet the required language, financial, and knowledge requirements.
The fast-track process takes 3 or 4 years, while the standard process requires 8 years.
Full EU rights, visa-free travel to 174 countries, dual citizenship, and access to Cyprus’s tax benefits.
Costs include government fees (~€1000), legal fees, and other administrative expenses.
Yes, your spouse and dependent children can be included under specific eligibility rules.
Yes, proficiency in Greek (A2 or B1 level) is required, depending on the fast-track option.
Yes, Cyprus allows dual citizenship.
As a Cypriot citizen, you retain EU rights regardless of where you reside.
Legal residency, passing required language and socio-political tests, and submitting a complete application.
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