Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa (Temporary Residence Permit)

Cyprus digital nomad visa (2026)

Cyprus allows non-EU remote workers to live in the country while working for an employer registered abroad or for foreign clients. You enter Cyprus first (with a visitor visa if needed) and then apply for the permit in Nicosia within 3 months. The scheme has a cap of 500 permits and reopened for applications at the end of 2025.

Minimum income: €3,500 per month (net); about US$3,915 a month
Length of stay: 1 year
Renewal: Renewable for up to 2 more years
Fee: €70 for the residence permit plus €70 for first registration in the Aliens' Registry
Processing time: 5 to 7 weeks

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Who can apply

Only non-EU/EEA nationals.

Can work remotely using telecommunications technology
Employed by a company registered abroad, or self-employed with clients abroad
Net income of at least €3,500 a month
Must not work for employers or clients based in Cyprus

Income requirement

You need to show at least €3,500 per month (net) (about US$3,915 a month at rates from 11 Nov 2026). Net monthly income after tax and contributions; increased by 20% for a spouse or partner and by 15% for each child.

Documents you need

Passport valid for at least 3 more months and copy of the last entry stamp
Work contract and employer confirmation of remote work, or service contracts if self-employed
Payslips and 6 months of detailed bank statements
Criminal record certificate
Medical tests (HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, chest X-ray)
Health insurance (inpatient and outpatient) and title deed or rental agreement
Signed declaration that you and your family will not work for Cyprus-based employers or clients

How to apply, step by step

Enter Cyprus, with a visitor visa if your nationality needs one
Within 3 months, submit the application at the Migration Department in Nicosia (in person or via a representative)
Give biometrics and pay the fees
Apply for renewal at least 1 month before the permit expires

Cost and processing time

The fee is €70 for the residence permit plus €70 for first registration in the Aliens' Registry. Processing takes 5 to 7 weeks. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Staying more than 183 days in a tax year makes you a Cyprus tax resident, unless you are tax resident in another country.

Good to know

Spouse or civil partner and minor children can live in Cyprus for the same period but cannot work there
All foreign documents must be officially translated and certified

Visiting first?

93 passports can enter Cyprus visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Cyprus visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Migration – Digital nomads and family members

Cyprus digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Cyprus digital nomad visa?

€3,500 per month (net) (about US$3,915 a month). Net monthly income after tax and contributions; increased by 20% for a spouse or partner and by 15% for each child.

How long can I stay in Cyprus on a digital nomad visa?

1 year. Renewable for up to 2 more years.

How much does the Cyprus digital nomad visa cost?

€70 for the residence permit plus €70 for first registration in the Aliens' Registry.

How long does the Cyprus digital nomad visa take?

5 to 7 weeks.

Do I pay tax in Cyprus on a digital nomad visa?

Staying more than 183 days in a tax year makes you a Cyprus tax resident, unless you are tax resident in another country.

Who can apply for the Cyprus digital nomad visa?

Only non-EU/EEA nationals.