Get Your Cyprus Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: You may be eligible if your parent or grandparent was born in Cyprus. Rules differ depending on when you were born and whether your Cypriot ancestry comes from the father or mother.
- By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Cypriot citizens can apply for citizenship after 3 years of marriage and cohabitation. If living in Cyprus, this may be reduced to 2 years.
- By Naturalization: Foreigners who have legally resided in Cyprus for 7 years (or 5 years if they have Cypriot children) can apply. Language skills, good character, and integration are required.
- Accelerated Naturalization (Specialized Talent): Skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and investors in strategic sectors may qualify for faster processing under new policies introduced in 2023–2024.
- Dual Citizenship Allowed: Cyprus permits dual and multiple citizenships under its nationality laws.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your eligibility by descent, marriage, or naturalization.
- Gather supporting documents and apply through the Civil Registry and Migration Department or a Cypriot consulate abroad.
- Complete an interview or background check if required.
- Receive approval and obtain your Cypriot citizenship certificate.
Benefits of Cypriot Citizenship
- Live, work, and study anywhere in the European Union
- Enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 170 countries
- Pass citizenship to children and future generations
- Retain your original nationality — dual citizenship is allowed
- Access healthcare, education, and property rights in Cyprus
Frequently asked questions.
Does Cyprus allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Cyprus permits dual and even multiple citizenships. You are not required to give up your current nationality when applying.
Can I get Cypriot citizenship through my parents?
Yes. If at least one of your parents or, in some cases, a grandparent was a Cypriot citizen, you may qualify. The rules depend on when and where you were born and the citizenship status of your parents.
Can I apply through marriage?
Yes. Foreign spouses of Cypriot citizens can apply after 3 years of marriage and cohabitation. This may be reduced to 2 years if the couple resides in Cyprus.
Does Cyprus recognize same-sex marriage?
Cyprus recognizes same-sex civil unions, and same-sex partners are eligible for residency and naturalization under similar terms as married couples.
Do I have to pay taxes in both countries?
Cyprus taxes residents on their worldwide income and non-residents only on Cyprus-sourced income. Tax treaties may help avoid double taxation. Consult a financial advisor for details.