Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa
Cyprus's Digital Nomad Visa lets non-EU remote workers earning at least €3,500/month net live in Cyprus for up to three years, with no automatic tax residency and access to its non-dom tax regime.
Open to third-country nationals working remotely for foreign employers or clients, issued for one year and renewable for two more (three years total). The scheme is capped at 500 permits and has paused when full, but the Migration Department reopened applications in late 2025; you apply in Nicosia within three months of arriving. [Source: Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Migration (gov.cy) ↗]
Updated: Net-income floor holds at €3,500/month; the 500-permit scheme reopened to new applications in late 2025.
Key requirements
- Net income ≥€3,500/month from foreign employers or clients
- Location-independent remote work for companies/clients outside Cyprus
- Private health insurance covering Cyprus
- Clean criminal record; apply at the Nicosia Migration Department within 3 months of arrival
Before you apply
Cyprus requires private health insurance for the application. A nomad policy (like SafetyWing or Genki) meets the requirement and covers you abroad.
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How much income do you need for the Cyprus digital nomad visa?
You need about €3,500/month (net), shown from income earned outside Cyprus.
Who can apply for the Cyprus nomad visa?
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss (third-country nationals). It's for people working remotely (employed, freelance, business) for clients or employers outside Cyprus. Family can be included (+20% of income for a spouse, +15% per child).
How long is the Cyprus nomad visa valid?
It's granted for 12 months, renewable up to 3 years total. Processing typically takes ~5–7 weeks.
Do you pay tax in Cyprus as a digital nomad?
The visa alone doesn't make you a tax resident; that follows the 183-day rule. Cyprus tax residents get a non-dom exemption on dividend, interest and rental income, plus income-tax breaks for new-resident employees.
Do you need health insurance for the Cyprus nomad visa?
Yes. Cyprus requires private health insurance covering your stay. Nomad policies like SafetyWing or Genki are built for this.
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Visa rules and income thresholds change and can vary by consulate. Confirm the current requirements with Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Migration (gov.cy) before applying. This page is general information, not legal advice.