Cyprus family reunification visa
1 current source-backed family reunification pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-13
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | A third-country sponsor in Cyprus normally must have lived there legally for at least 2 years, hold a residence permit valid at least 1 year and have a reasonable prospect of permanent residence; eligible family includes a spouse married at least 1 year and unmarried minor children under 18. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | Application fee (residence card, arc) | 70 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Application fee (issuance, entry and residence) | 200 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Application fee (issuance, renewal) | 200 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Application fee (issuance, residence permit) | 200 EUR | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 9 months | Official source |
| Family reunification route | First permit valid for | 12 months | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Family member may work | yes | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |