IMMIGRATION
Third Country Nationals
Temporary Residence
EU Blue Card (Employment)
We assist our Third Country National clients with securing their EU Blue Card (Employment), 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.
- Scheduling an Appointment with the District Immigration Department.
- Liaising with Cyprus Authorities and Institutions for the collection of required documentation.
- Reviewing, Preparation and Drafting of all required documentation.
- 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
Assists the Third Country Nationals for the purposes of a future Permanent Residence Permit or even a Citizenship application.
• Gesy
Beneficiary after a certain period of time.
• Tax Benefits
EU Blue card holders might be entitled to tax benefits.
• Opens the door to future Investments
In some cases, consists the first step for legally starting a Business in Cyprus.
• Third Country Family Members
Are also entitled to apply, as a family member of the Third Country National.
• Job Mobility
Blue Card holders may be able to change employers within the same country or move to another EU state after 12 -18 months.
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Criteria
Highly Skilled Professional from Non-EU countries:
- Job Offer or Employment Contract.
- Average gross annual Salary of €20,000 to €32,000.
- Education: Applicants must hold a university degree obtained after at least three (3) years of study or at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience within the last seven years.
Documentation & Information
- Application Form.
- Identification Documents:Valid Passport.
- Employment Verification: Valid Job Offer or an Employment Contract for a highly skilled position that lasts at least six months, with average gross annual salary of €20,000 to €32,000, which will need to be verified by the Labour Department of Cyprus among with the professional qualifications of the Applicant.
- 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 EU Blue Card (Employment) permit. The Immigration Department might request further supplementary supporting documentation, which will correspondent to each Applicant’s specific personal circumstances.
FAQ
1. Is EU Blue Card accepted in all EU countries?
Unfortunately, EU Blue Card is not accepted in Denmark and Ireland.
2. Which Documentation needs to be Officially Translated?
Documentation which is in any other language other than Greek or English, needs to be officially translated.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. How long does the examination of the application take?
The examination of the application usually takes place 3 months.
7. How long is an EU Blue Card 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.
*The above constitute general information and does not substitute professional legal advice or consultation, which shall be sought prior of taking any action.