Yellow Slip Cyprus: help with the EU citizen registration (MEU1)

EU, EEA and Swiss citizens staying longer than three months must apply for a Registration Certificate (MEU1) within four months of arrival. “Yellow Slip” is the common nickname. It records an existing right of residence under free-movement rules; it is not a residence permit.

Who needs itEU, EEA, Swiss citizens
Deadlinewithin 4 months of arrival
Validno fixed expiry
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A passport, certificates with an apostille and a rental contract on a deskChecked 24 October 2026

Steps and timeline

  1. 1

    Check your basis

    Work or self-employment, or sufficient funds with comprehensive sickness insurance.

    1 day
  2. 2

    Collect documents

    Passport or ID, rental contract, proof of work or income, insurance.

    1 week
  3. 3

    File in person

    First come, first served: in Nicosia if you live there, otherwise at the Aliens and Immigration Unit of your district (or in Nicosia through a Nicosia-based authorised representative); an advocate can prepare and file it for you.

    no appointment
  4. 4

    Certificate

    Decision within one month; the certificate comes by post.

    up to 1 month

How long does a Yellow Slip take in Cyprus?

The decision is due within one month of filing, and the certificate comes by post. You must apply within four months of arrival if you stay longer than three months. The visit itself is first come, first served, so we prepare the file in advance and you go once.

What documents do you need for a Yellow Slip?

Your passport or ID card, a rental contract and proof of your basis to stay. That is an employment contract, self-employment registration, or enough money with comprehensive sickness insurance. Family members need proof of the relationship. We check every document before the appointment so nothing is missing on the day.

Documents

Documents

0 of 4 ready

Official forms: MEU1B · how to fill it in, Mailing address declaration · how to fill it in, Authorisation of representative · how to fill it in, MEU2B · how to fill it in, MEU3B (EU) · how to fill it in

The exact list depends on your situation; we confirm it before filing.

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

Do my family members need it?

EU family members register too. Non-EU family members of an EU citizen apply for a residence card instead (see the EU family residence card).

Is the Yellow Slip proof of tax residency?

No. Tax residency depends on days spent and the 60-day or 183-day rule.

Sources

Figures checked 24 October 2026. Rules change: we confirm them for your case before you act.

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