Cyprus

ABOUT CYPRUS

Cyprus is conveniently located in the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. The Cyprus passport is currently rated within the world top 12^th international passports as it provides an array of benefits, including visa free access to more than 162 countries worldwide.

The natural beauty of the island, the local hospitality and its flawless climate fused with a very attractive business and tax regime makes Cyprus as one of the most advantageous jurisdictions for investors and businesses requiring professional access to Europe.

WHY Cyprus Citizenship?

In 2013 the government of Cyprus took a strategic decision of changing the country’s immigration laws, now Cyprus is among the top European countries to fast track citizenship, making it an extremely attractive choice.

Applicants and their dependents are not required to be present in Cyprus to obtain citizenship, this means applicants can apply and receive passports without having to relocate the entire family or waive their original nationality.

European Passport and Permanent Residency.
The application includes spouses, dependents, and parents.
Secured future
Family-friendly environment.
Numerous Business benefits
- Free mobility among 28 European Union Country.
- Low cost of doing business.
- Excellent Regulatory Structure
- 0% Inheritance, 0% Wealth and Gift tax, 0% immovable property tax.
- 5% corporate tax.
- Non-domiciled residents have high exemptions from various taxes and rates for their Cyprus and non-Cyprus income.
Pass citizenship to descent generations.

*Immovable Property refers to residential and/or commercial and/or development of property and/or other infrastructure projects.

The purchase of a lifetime residency is applicable for all 4 options. Any amount in excess of the minimum €500.000 reduces the total investment accordingly.

If the investment is made exclusively on residential property/ies, then the amount of the investment is reduced to €1.5 million + V.A.T.

*Business in Cyprus Companies – Applicant can purchase, incorporate or participate in companies which have physical presence / activities in Cyprus and employ at least five citizens of the Cyprus Republic.

*Financial Assets refer to units in AIFS, and financial assets such as bonds, securities, debentures of Cypriot businesses or organisations which are licensed by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission. Operations / investments of the organisations should be limited only in the Cyprus Republic.

*Combination of options 1-3 can be investment in option 1 and/or option 2 and/or option 3 provided that the total sum is at least €2 million.

Optional additive Investment in Government Bonds

The investor under option 4 has the choice to invest up to a maximum of €500.000 in Government Bonds in order to satisfy the needed investment of €2 million.

Real Estate Investment: *Immovable Property refers to residential and/or commercial and/or development of property and/or other infrastructure projects.

The purchase of a lifetime residency is applicable for all 4 options. Any amount in excess of the minimum €500.000 reduces the total investment accordingly.

If the investment is made exclusively on residential property/ies, then the amount of the investment is reduced to €1.5 million + V.A.T.
Business Investment: *Business in Cyprus Companies – Applicant can purchase, incorporate or participate in companies which have physical presence / activities in Cyprus and employ at least five citizens of the Cyprus Republic.
Financial Investment: *Financial Assets refer to units in AIFS, and financial assets such as bonds, securities, debentures of Cypriot businesses or organisations which are licensed by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission. Operations / investments of the organisations should be limited only in the Cyprus Republic.
Hybrid Scenario: *Combination of options 1-3 can be investment in option 1 and/or option 2 and/or option 3 provided that the total sum is at least €2 million.

Optional additive Investment in Government Bonds

The investor under option 4 has the choice to invest up to a maximum of €500.000 in Government Bonds in order to satisfy the needed investment of €2 million.