Residency by Employment Permit Services

We help employers and employees choose the correct route, prepare documents, book biometrics, and track the application until a decision.

Cyprus-based team · 320+ employment filings · CySEC ASP License 135/196

We aim to respond within four business hours during working days.

320+
Employment Filings
85%
First-Slot Booking Rate
140+
Family Joiners

What We Handle

150+ relocations supported. CySEC ASP License 135/196. Response within four business hours.

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Quick Links to Specific Routes

Each route page includes route-specific checklists and timing notes.

Process & Typical Timeline

  1. Intake & route check: role, salary, nationality, family; confirm the correct route and risks.
  2. Employer setup (if needed): prepare company pack and employer letters/undertakings.
  3. Document pack: compile forms, translations, insurance, police certificates.
  4. Submission & biometrics: lodge the application, attend biometrics, track reference numbers; where venue policy allows, a MegaServe representative can attend with you.
  5. Decision & issuance: collect permits/cards and set renewal reminders.

Route Snapshot

Employment-based residency routes: use cases and requirements
Route Typical Use Case Employer Requirement Family Eligibility Renewal
Non-EU Employment Permit Hiring or transfer into Cyprus Yes — Cyprus employer Spouse/children (conditions apply) Yes
General Employment Standard roles meeting the route rules Yes Route-specific Yes
EU Blue Card Highly-skilled roles meeting salary thresholds Yes Yes Yes
Digital Nomad Visa Remote workers employed abroad No Cyprus employer Yes (if rules met) Yes
EU/EEA Registration EU citizens and qualifying family members Employment or self-sufficiency proof Yes Registration certificates

Exact documents depend on nationality, role, and employer status. We confirm requirements before filing.

Service Levels & Typical Timing

Service activities, timings, targets, and notes
Activity Typical Timing Target Response Notes
Route & eligibility check At kickoff 1–2 business days After receiving role + passport details
Employer pack (if needed) Once per employer 2–5 business days Depends on company documents and signatories
Applicant pack Per applicant 3–7 business days Translations/apostilles can extend timing
Appointment booking As slots open Same–2 business days Depends on authority calendars
Status updates Weekly until decision Same day We keep a clear status log

Authority queues and extra checks can extend completion.

Deliverables

Documents Checklist (At Kickoff)

Kickoff checklist by applicant, employer, and family
Applicant Employer Family (if applicable)
  • Passport bio page & current visa (if any)
  • CV and qualifications (where relevant)
  • Police clearance & health insurance
  • Proof of address / tenancy
  • Company registration & directors list
  • Employment contract / offer letter
  • Employer letters & undertakings
  • Tax/VAT numbers (if applicable)
  • Passports & birth/marriage certificates
  • Proof of relationship and co-habitation
  • Insurance coverage

PDF/JPG scans are usually fine for prep. Originals may be needed at biometrics. We confirm legalisation/translation needs case-by-case.

Controls & Quality

This page is informational and not legal advice. Final decisions rest with the competent authorities.

FAQs

How long does an employment permit usually take?

It varies by route and season. After a complete pack and appointment, decisions often run from a few weeks to several months. We share current local timelines during intake.

Can family join on my permit?

Often yes, depending on the route rules. We confirm eligibility and prepare the family pack alongside the main application.

Do you handle translations and apostilles?

Yes. We coordinate certified translations and legalisations where required.

What if my role or salary changes?

Tell us. Some changes require an update or a new filing. We advise on the cleanest compliant path.

Will you attend appointments?

Where venue policy allows, we can provide a MegaServe representative to accompany you. Where legal representation is required, we coordinate immigration lawyers—while you continue dealing solely with MegaServe as your single point of contact.

Do I need a work permit to work in Cyprus?

If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you generally need a work permit or employment visa before you can work legally in Cyprus. EU/EEA citizens can work freely but must register after three months. The correct route depends on your nationality, role, and employer setup — we confirm this at intake.

Nothing here is legal advice; requirements are confirmed case-by-case and by the competent authorities.

Tell us what you need

Email a short summary and we’ll reply with the correct route and next steps.

Fastest reply: include role, salary band, nationality, start date, employer details, and any family members.

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