Eligible third-country nationals legally residing in Cyprus may be able to apply for family reunification, allowing certain family members to join them and reside legally in Cyprus.
Who Can Join You?
Eligible family members may include:
- Your spouse, provided that the marriage took place at least one year before the application and the spouse is at least 21 years old.
- Your minor children and the minor children of your spouse, including legally adopted children.
- Your minor children where you have sole custody and responsibility for their maintenance.
- Your spouse’s minor children where your spouse has sole custody and responsibility for their maintenance.
Children included in the application must generally be under 18 years old and unmarried.
Main Requirements
Depending on the circumstances, the sponsor must generally:
- Have legally resided in Cyprus for at least two years;
- Hold a residence permit valid for at least one year; and
- Have a reasonable prospect of obtaining permanent residence in Cyprus.
Certain categories, including intra-corporate transferees and researchers, may be exempt from some of these requirements.
Entry and Residence
Where required, the family member must obtain an entry permit before travelling to Cyprus for the purpose of family reunification.
Following arrival, the relevant registration and residence procedures must be completed with the competent authorities.
Application Process
At M.S. MyConsultancy Services, we assist with:
- Assessment of eligibility;
- Preparation of the required applications;
- Review and preparation of supporting documents;
- Assistance with translations and certifications;
- Submission of the application;
- Biometric procedures; and
- Follow-up throughout the application process.
Applications are submitted to the Migration Department in Nicosia in accordance with the applicable procedure.
Fees & Processing Time
The applicable government fees depend on the type of application and may include fees for the entry permit, residence permit and registration.
Applications are generally examined within nine months, provided that they are complete and properly submitted. For certain intra-corporate transferees and researchers, the applicable examination period may be shorter.
Residence & Employment
Family members are generally granted an initial residence permit for one year, subject to the validity of the sponsor’s residence permit and the applicable legal requirements.
Eligible spouses or civil partners may have access to the Cyprus labour market, subject to the applicable conditions.
Family Reunification Assistance
At M.S. MyConsultancy Services, we provide personalised assistance to families seeking to establish or maintain their family life in Cyprus.
Contact us today to discuss your family reunification application.