Fast Track Naturalisation

Cyprus Citizenship through Fast Track Naturalisation Based on Years of Residence — Form M127

Eligibility to Apply

Obtaining citizenship of the Republic of Cyprus through the Fast Track Naturalisation procedure is an official route available to highly qualified and highly paid professionals who legally reside in Cyprus and are integrated into Cypriot society. The standard naturalisation requirements still apply, including lawful residence, knowledge of the Greek language, good character, financial stability, and a genuine intention to continue living in Cyprus.

Main Requirements

Required Documents

Below is the official list of documents required when applying for citizenship by naturalisation. The competent authority may request additional documents depending on the applicant’s individual circumstances.

  1. Original birth certificate.
  2. Original police clearance certificate issued in the Republic of Cyprus and valid for 6 months.
  3. Copy of a valid residence permit.
  4. Marriage certificate / civil partnership agreement, where applicable.
  5. Copy of a valid passport or other travel document.
  6. Copies of passport pages containing entry and exit stamps.
  7. Detailed record of all entries into and departures from Cyprus.
  8. Copies of notices published in two consecutive issues of a daily newspaper announcing the applicant’s intention to apply for naturalisation.
  9. Certificate confirming successful completion of a Greek language examination at A2 or B1 level, as applicable; a certificate from the School of Modern Greek at the University of Cyprus; a secondary school certificate showing that Greek was the main language of instruction; or a higher education diploma from a programme taught in Greek.
  10. Certificate confirming successful completion of the examination on the fundamentals of the contemporary political and social reality of Cyprus, with a score of at least 60%.
  11. Proof of accommodation: title deed, sale agreement and payment receipts, rental agreement and rent payment receipts, utility bills and proof of payment.
  12. Proof of financial resources: salary certificates, employment agreement, social insurance contributions, tax returns, bank statements or other evidence of the applicant’s income.
  13. Persons residing in the Republic for the purpose of employment as highly qualified employees of companies covered by Council of Ministers Decision No. 92.018 must provide confirmation from the relevant authorities that the company meets the applicable criteria. Applicants under this route must have worked for such a company for at least two years before submitting the application. This requirement does not apply to holders of a residence permit with BCS status.
  14. Two recent passport-size photographs certified by the local community leader (Mukhtar).
  15. Copy of the receipt confirming payment of the €500 fee. Note: At present, the fee referred to in item 15 is payable only after the applicant receives a letter confirming a positive decision.
  16. Copy of the receipt confirming payment of the €5,000 Fast Track processing fee — applicable only to highly qualified employees and their family members as defined by the relevant Council of Ministers decision.

How to Apply Using Form M127

Applications are submitted using Form M127 to the relevant local District Administration.

Invitation to the Interview

After the documents have been submitted, the application and supporting materials are reviewed by the competent authorities of the Republic of Cyprus. Where necessary, the applicant may be asked to provide additional information or supporting documents. For Fast Track naturalisation, the stated processing period is up to 8 months, although processing times may currently be longer due to the high volume of applications.

What Happens After Approval?

1

Once a positive decision has been issued, an additional fee of €500 must be paid for the issuance of the naturalisation certificate.

2

After citizenship has been granted, the applicant may separately apply for:

  • a Cypriot identity card;
  • a Cypriot passport;
  • other documents issued to citizens of the Republic of Cyprus.
3

The naturalisation certificate, identity card and passport are issued through separate administrative procedures.

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Official Resources for Form M127

Before preparing your application, always check the latest requirements, document list and application form on the official website of the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Cyprus.

Official requirements and forms may change.

Before submitting your application, make sure you are using the latest versions of all documents published on gov.cy.

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