Cyprus temporary residence permit, also known as the Pink Slip, helps Non-European Union residents extend their stay in Cyprus for over 90 days or three months. It allows tourists and visitors to elongate their stay regardless of their primary visa. However, it should be applied before the expiry of the visa.
The Pink Slip in Cyprus has a validity of 1 year and is renewable yearly. With this permit, a person can live in Cyprus as a visitor without working. Anyone in their family member such as a spouse or kids (under 18), can get temporary residency as dependents. The whole family should apply for it together using a different application form to get their temporary residence Cyprus card.
Limitation for Pink Slip
- The person cannot consistently stay out of Cyprus for three months as it will cancel the permit automatically.
- The person cannot work with a Pink Slip.
- The Pink Slip is only granted to non-EU nationals who want to live in Cyprus for extended periods.
- It has one-year validity and can be renewed yearly.
How to get temporary residence in Cyprus?
Requirements
To be eligible for this permit, the applicant should show the following:
- Sufficient income from abroad to cover their expenses while living in Cyprus (usually around €25,000 – €30,000 for a family of three members)
- A rented or purchased home or apartment.
Processing time
- You can get a residence permit card in around three months.
- Once applied, the applicant can stay till the temporary residence permit card is issued.
Required documents
- Fill in an application for temporary residence in Cyprus. One application form for one applicant.
- The rental agreement of the house. It should be for a minimum of one year, certified by the certifying officer, and stamped at the taxation office.
- A bank statement showcasing a deposit of €15000 in your Cyprus bank account. It should be declared at the airport if you have it in cash.
- Get a bank guarantee from Cyprus bank for every family member. The amount varies according to nationality.
– Russians and Eastern European nations: €550
– Asian and American nations: €850
– Middle East Countries: €350
- Providing international health insurance. If the applicant doesn’t have one, it can be made in Cyprus for €200.
- A document for your income proof, such as a pension, employment, or bank deposit, is needed. It showcases that you can cover your living expenses in Cyprus.
- A copy of your passport, marriage certificate, and child birth certificate.
Government fees
The Pink Slip or its renewal costs €70 for every family member.
It is suggested that you should seek professional help when filing for Pink Slip as they will help you understand the entire process and ensure it undergoes smoothly. They will book the meeting date for submission, help prepare application forms, get the required documents for you, receive the permit cards, and deliver them to you. With the right law firm by your side, you can get consultation and help with your temporary residence procedures.