The Registration certificate, commonly known as the 'Cyprus Yellow Slip’, as it is printed on yellow paper, is available to European (EU and EEA) citizens who wish to stay and work or remain as visitors in the Republic of Cyprus.
A yellow slip does not allow its holder to travel to Europe or other countries without a visa. It is only valid for Cyprus.
The application for the certificate issue is submitted within four months from the date of entry into the Republic.
The Application type and forms are different for European Union citizens and their family members who are not European.
Citizens of the European Union and their family members who are also citizens of the European Union apply with the MEU1 form (doc, 4.7 MB).
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Processing time – The Yellow Slip is issued immediately or within 5 days. It is issued directly from the immigration unit of the city where the applicant lives and applies.
Family members who are not European Union citizens apply with the MEU2 form (doc, 4.7 MB).
Processing time – The Yellow Slip is issued by Nicosia's Civil Registry and migration department and mailed to the applicant’s address. This procedure takes about 3-5 months.
However, once applied, the applicant is allowed to stay and even re-enter Cyprus if he travels with his application receipt.
Cyprus Yellow Slip validity
The Registration certificate for European Union citizens does not expire.
The certificate for non-EU family members has a validity of 5 years. On expiry, the applicant can apply for renewal.
Benefits
Benefits of Yellow Slip in Cyprus include full rights of stay and re-entry, work, and engagement in business activities, and generally entitles the holder to the same rights as Cypriot citizens.
How to obtain a Registration certificate
Required documents
- Application forms MEU1 & MEU2 duly completed
- Copy of valid passport
- Marriage Certificate duly certified and translated *(If applicable)
- Children's Birth Certificates duly certified and translated *(If applicable)
- Rental agreement or sale agreement of a house/apartment
The rental agreement needs to be for the one-year minimum (rental agreement and a copy of it certified by Muhtar or certifying officer & stamped at the tax office)
- Bank statements of a bank account in Cyprus or bank statements from abroad (if applicable)
- If working abroad, bring a confirmation letter from the employer and a payslip
- If they are working in Cyprus:
a. Confirmation letter from employer
b. Social Insurance Registration and annual income certificate
c. Employer to sign the application form - Health insurance (not needed if working in Cyprus)
It can be international health insurance if the applicant already has one, or it can be made in Cyprus. The average cost is €200 for each person it can be made in 1 day.
- Two small passport photos
The documents with (*) must be translated into English and be «APOSTILLE» OR be certified by the Ministry of foreign affairs of the country that will issue them and also by the Cyprus Embassy of that Country.
Application procedure
The applicants or their lawyers will book the date to submit the applications. It is recommended to book in advance, preferably 3-4 weeks earlier than the required submission date.
The applicants must be physically present to apply for the Yellow Slip. I.e., the application cannot be submitted through the power of attorney or their lawyer. However, their lawyer can attend the meeting to submit their application.
Cyprus government fees
Application for the first time or renewal: €20 for each family member.
Application submission location
The applicant needs to apply to the Immigration Unit of the City they are living in. The applications are further forwarded and examined by the Civil Registry and Migration Department.
Below are the addresses of each city’s immigration unit.
| Nicosia | Agamemnonos 6, Engomi, 2411 Nicosia |
| Limassol | Franglinou Rousvelt 223, Zakaki, Building ¨D. Nikolaou¨, 2nd floor, 3046 Limassol |
| Larnaka | Piale Piasha 75, 6027 Larnaka |
| Pafos | Eleftheriou Venizelou & Kaningos 22, 2nd floor, 8021 Pafos |
| Famagusta | Eleftherias 83, Tatolos Bld, Derynia Plaza, 1st floor, 5380 Derynia |
How to renew Yellow Slip in Cyprus
For non-EU family members, you need to provide all the documents and certificates as provided for the first registration.
There is no need to renew a yellow slip for EU citizens, as it does not expire.
Our services
Our Law Firm will undertake the entire procedure for your application to ensure it runs smoothly. We will book the date for the meeting for submission, prepare application forms, advise on required documents, attend the meeting with you, follow the application process, receive the yellow cards, and deliver them to you.
