Cyprus startup visa: residence for non-EU founders

The Cyprus Start-up Visa lets non-EU founders live in Cyprus and build an innovative company here. You submit a business plan for evaluation, then apply for residence. The current scheme runs until December 2026.

ForNon-EU founders
NeedsPlan scoring 15/20; founders hold 25%+
Valid2-year approval, renewable for at least 1 more year
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A passport, certificates with an apostille and a rental contract on a deskChecked 28 October 2026

Steps and timeline

  1. 1

    Business plan

    Innovation, team, funding.

    2–4 weeks
  2. 2

    Evaluation

    By the competent authority.

    up to 5 weeks
  3. 3

    Residence permit

    about 3 weeks

Official forms explained

Official form: MSUP2 · how to fill it in

Who does what

What you do

  • Share your situation and goals
  • Collect documents from home
  • Agree the scope of work in writing

What we do

  • Check the requirements for your case
  • Prepare the documents and file the application
  • Follow up until the decision

Your coordinator

  • Plans the work and next steps
  • Keeps one timeline for everything
  • Reminds you of renewals and deadlines

What affects the cost

The price depends on your situation. We explain the scope and expected costs before work begins.

Your situationNumber of peopleUrgency

Questions

Can co-founders join?

Yes, a team of up to 5 people: founders, or at least one founder with senior executives, together holding at least 25% of the shares.

Sources

Figures checked 28 October 2026. Rules change: we confirm them for your case before you act.

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A coordinator replies within one working day with the next steps.

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