Apply for Residence Permit / Yellow Slip in Cyprus

Our experienced immigration team will guide you through the application process, ensuring your paperwork meets all requirements. While these requirements may vary slightly depending on your specific circumstances, they generally include:

• Fully completed Application forms MEU1 or MEU2
• Copy of a valid passport
• Certified and translated Marriage Certificate, if applicable
• Certified and translated Children’s Birth Certificates, if applicable
• Rental agreement or sale agreement of a house/apartment, with a minimum duration of one year, certified by a Muhtar or certifying officer
• Bank statements from a bank account in Cyprus or abroad
• Employment confirmation letter and a payslip if working abroad
• If employed in Cyprus, you’ll need: a. Confirmation letter from employer b. Social Insurance Registration and annual income certificate c. Employer’s signature and stamp on the application form
• Health insurance (not required if working in Cyprus)

We review your documents for consistency (names, addresses, dates, translations/certifications) before submission to minimise delays and repeat visits.

Our team at IBCCS Tax stands ready to simplify your Yellow Slip application process, ensuring all requirements are met and potential challenges are addressed proactively. By entrusting us with your application, you’re freeing up time and resources to focus on your main goal – making a success of your new life or business venture in Cyprus. Let us guide you through this process and help you join the thriving community of international residents in Cyprus.

The Yellow Slip is the commonly used name for the EU/EEA registration document in Cyprus (most often linked with MEU1). It confirms residence registration and is widely used for practical administrative steps.

In everyday terms, yes – Yellow Slip typically refers to MEU1. MEU2 is generally used for eligible non-EU family members of an EU/EEA citizen, depending on the case and supporting evidence.

For many EU/EEA residents, registration should be handled soon after arrival when you intend to reside in Cyprus. The recommended timing may depend on your profile and local procedures — we advise the safest approach for your district and category.

Processing time depends on the completeness of your file and the district workload. A complete application with consistent supporting evidence is the most reliable way to avoid delays.

In many cases, the registration certificate is issued without an expiry date. We confirm how this applies to your situation and the document you receive.

Yes. The key is selecting the correct residence basis and preparing clear evidence of activity and means of support. We help you structure the file in a way that is aligned with expectations.

This depends on your category. In many cases, applicants who are employed in Cyprus may not need separate private coverage, while self-sufficient applicants often need proof of health coverage. We confirm what is appropriate for your specific profile.

Foreign civil documents often require certified translation and may need additional certification depending on the country of issuance and the document type. We advise on the safest compliant route for your documents.

Local expectations can differ. If your lease term or format is not standard, we review your situation and advise what supporting evidence can strengthen your file.

Yes. The required supporting documents depend on whether family members are EU/EEA citizens or non-EU nationals. We prepare the family file so it is consistent and complete.

The most common issues are inconsistent addresses, unclear financial evidence, missing certifications/translations, and incomplete employer documentation. Our checklist approach is designed to prevent these problems.

Yes. We can support you from initial eligibility checks and document preparation through submission planning and follow-up – and then assist further with relocation-related tax and compliance needs.

Not always. In practice, bank statements from Cyprus or abroad may be accepted, provided they clearly support your residence basis. We recommend presenting evidence in a clear and consistent format.