All Cyprus Visa Types
20+ visa types in one table. Which counts toward citizenship, which allows work, where GESY is a trap — and what gov.cy doesn't tell you.
| Visa Type | Citizenship? | Work? | GESY: coverage / pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Slip | Disputed | No | Yes / Can |
| Digital Nomad | No | Remote only | Unclear / Yes |
| BFU/CFI | Yes | Yes | Yes / Yes |
| Golden Visa | Yes | No | Yes / Can |
| Asylum seeker | No | After 9mo | NO / YES |
What's Inside
Comparison Table
20 visa types across 6 parameters: duration, citizenship, work, company, GESY coverage, contributions.
Analytics: Theory vs Practice
Who actually gets citizenship. Eurostat data, MIPEX scores, the 2023 two-tier law.
GESY: Who Pays, Who Gets
Digital Nomads pay 2.65% but must have private insurance. Asylum seekers pay but get no coverage.
Official gov.cy Links
Direct links to every visa type's official page. No more googling.
What's Included
- ✓ 20+ page PDF guide
- ✓ Comparison table of all visa types
- ✓ Analytics with Eurostat and MIPEX data
- ✓ Direct gov.cy links
- ✓ Updates when laws change
FAQ
Is this current?
Yes, updated February 2026. Includes 2023 law changes, new Startup Visa and EU Blue Card rules.
Can I share the PDF?
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