The Republic of Cyprus grants immigration to Non-EU nations based on the following categories. Non EU applicants can make an application to obtain an Immigration Permit on the basis of one of the categories mentioned below depending upon the recommendation by the Immigration Control Board of Republic of Cyprus.
Category A
Individuals intending to work as self employed in the fields of Agriculture, cattle briefing, bird breeding or fish culture in Cyprus, provided they have adequate land or acquire land by taking approval from Government. They should also have capital of CY250,000 and applicants employment should not negatively affect the economy of Cyprus.
Category B
Individuals who intend to work as self employed in sectors such as mining, provided they have a relative permit and investment capital of CY200,000.
Category C
Individuals who intend to work as self employed in a trade profession provided they have in their possession a relative permit, they should also have a capital investment of CY200,000
Category D
Individuals who intend to work as self employed in a scientific profession, provided they have excellent academic or professional qualifications, applicant should also be having adequate funds to support themselves.
Category E
Individuals who have been offered permanent employment in Cyprus and whose skills does not create competition to local population.
Category F
Individuals who possess or have disposal and secured annual income, high enough to provide them a decent living in Cyprus, without undertaking any employment in Cyprus.
