Work permit (employment / EU Blue Card) (Άδεια διαμονής και απασχόλησης)
Work permit (employment / EU Blue Card) is a residence route in Cyprus (Arbeid). Employer-sponsored with labour-market test, or BFU fast track / EU Blue Card (salary ≥ ~€43k).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 0–35%; 50%/20% inbound exemptions
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Arbeid |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | — |
| Inntekt / år | — |
| Eiendeler | — |
| Min. opphold | — |
| PO | 5 |
| Statsborgerskap | 7 |
| Arbeid | yes |
| Kvalifisert | non-EU nationals |
| Skatt | Worldwide 0–35%; 50%/20% inbound exemptions |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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