IMMIGRATION
Third Country Nationals
Temporary Residence
Employment in a Cyprus Company
We assist our Third Country National clients with securing their Employment in a Cyprus Company permit, so that they will carefreely, safely and legally stay, reside and work in Cyprus.
Our Services
- Provision of a detailed and comprehensive legal advice on eligibility.
- Liaising with Cyprus Authorities and Institutions for the collection of required documentation.
- Reviewing, Preparation and Drafting of all required documentation.
- Scheduling an Appointment with the District Immigration Department.
- Accompany the Applicant, with physical presence, during the scheduled appointment with the District Immigration Department.
- Follow up of the procedure until finalization.
Benefits
• No Visa Requirements
Allows a Third Country National to legally stay in Cyprus for over 90 days and for a time period of at least 1 year.
• Career
In an EU based Global Business Environment.
• Legal Residency Status
Assiss a Third Country Nationals for the purposes of a future Permanent Residence Permit under certain specific circumstances.
• Gesy
Beneficiary after a certain period of time.
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Criteria
Third Country National:
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- Signed Employment Contract with a Cyprus Company of at least 1 year for a specific position.
Cyprus Company:
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- Secure a relevant Approval from the Labour Department allowing employment of a third country national for the specific position.
- Compliance with the Employment law as to the ratio of Third-Country Nationals to Cypriots/EU Nationals regarding its staff.
Documentation & Information
Before Arrival in Cyprus: Need to secure an entry permit.
- Application Form.
- Identification Documents: Copy of Valid Passport.
- Original Medical examination certificate by Doctor abroad: Blood tests and chest X-ray.
- Original Clear Criminal Record Certificate.
- Employment Verification: Original Employment Contract stamped by the Labour Department, Copies of the Companies Certificates from the Companies Registrar, Approval of the Labour Department and Declaration of covering repatriation fees.
After the Arrival in Cyprus:
- Original Entry Permit.
- Identification Documents: Valid Passport.
- Employment Verification: Original contract of employment stamped by Labour Department, Employer´s liability insurance.
- Original Medical examination certificate by Doctor in Cyprus: Blood tests and chest X-ray.
- Health Insurance.
- Biometrics Data (Photographs and Fingerprints) and Signature will be collected by the District Immigration Department.
* Supporting Documentation issued by competent authorities in countries, other than Cyprus, will need to be officially translated (if needed) and also usually duly certified, depending on which is the issuing country.
** The above consist a brief, not exhaustive, list of the main documentation requested by the Immigration Department for the obtaining of an Employment in a Cyprus Company permit. The Immigration Department might request further supplementary supporting documentation, which will correspondent to each Applicant’s specific personal circumstances.
FAQ
1. Does the Applicant need to issue an entry permit before arriving in Cyprus?
Yes.
2. What should a health insurance cover?
The health insurance should be covering inpatient, outpatient and body transport costs.
3. How much does a health insurance cost?
It usually costs €180.
4. Which Documentation needs to be Officially Translated?
Documentation which is in any other language other than Greek or English, needs to be officially translated.
5. Which translations are concerned as Official Translations by the Immigration Department?
Translations made from Sworn Translators in Cyprus or by a Consular or Government Authority of the issuing country. Translations made from Sworn Translators in Cyprus, are usually more preferable.
6. Which Documentation need to be Duly Certified?
Public Documents issued in other countries, other than Cyprus, such as marriage certificate or children’s birth certificate, need to be duly certified.
7. Which certifications are concerned as Duly Certifications by the Immigration Department?
Certification by a Cyprus Embassy or Consulate in the issuing country will suffice.
Otherwise, Apostille certification, where the issuing country has signed the Apostille Convention, will also suffice.
8. How long does the examination of the application take?
The examination of the application usually takes place 4months.
9. How long is an Employment in a Cyprus Company permit valid?
Itis usually valid for 1 or more years, with a maximum duration of 4 years. After the expiration, the permit can be renewed upon the submission of a relevant application and provided any further requirements are met.
10. How much are the application fees payable to the Immigration Department?
The application fees payable to the Immigration Department is usually between €70-€130 depending on the requests.
11. Is a resident of Cyprus, able to invite a Third Country National for a visit in Cyprus?
Yes. A relevant hosting form shall be completed and submitted to the Immigration Department, together with an original letter of guarantee for a specific amount of money, depending on which country is the Third Country National from, and a copy of the third country national passport.
*The above constitute general information and does not substitute professional legal advice or consultation, which shall be sought prior of taking any action.