Cyprus passport: How to apply, renew, fees and ranking

A Cyprus passport is a biometric EU travel document issued by the Ministry of Interior to citizens by descent, marriage, or naturalisation. It ranks 13th globally in the Henley Passport Index, granting free movement across the EU and visa-free access to 174 countries. Validity is 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors.

This guide is for existing citizens looking to apply for, renew, or utilise their physical passport. If you are a foreign national looking to obtain a passport, you must first read our guide on how to get Cyprus citizenship.

Key Takeaways

• You can get a Cyprus passport by naturalisation (years of residence), marriage, or descent.
• With a Cyprus passport, you can live, travel and work across the EU and visit 174 countries visa-free.
• Though the citizenship by investment programme is closed, you can obtain permanent residence by investment. After residing in Cyprus for 8 of the total 10 years (7 years plus 12 months), you may apply for citizenship. You should reside continuously in Cyprus for the twelve months preceding the application.
• The Cyprus passport ranks number 13 globally. An EU passport gives its holders all the rights and privileges of a Union citizen.

How to get a Cyprus passport

To obtain a Cyprus passport, you must be either married to a Cypriot, have Cypriot roots, or be granted naturalisation due to years of residence.

To apply for a passport, use Form M.9G/T (Cyprus passport application form). The locations to apply are:

• The District Administration for each city.
• The Citizen Service Centres (KEP) or Citizen Centres (KEPO) for the villages.
• Nicosia's Civil Registry Directorate central office is responsible for the accelerated procedure.

TCNs who have acquired Cyprus citizenship will need an original birth certificate if their Cyprus ID card has not yet been issued. You apply for a Cyprus identity card (ID card) after getting citizenship by using the form supplied by the Ministry of the Interior. The fee for adults is €30. For minors, it is €20.

Also, note:

• Biometric data (photo, fingerprints, signature) requires physical presence. Minors under 12 will not provide fingerprints or signatures.
• You will receive your passport from the office where you applied.
• The validity of the Cyprus passport is ten years for adults and 5 for minors.

Fees:

• Issue or renew fees for adults are €70, accelerated €120.
• Issue or renew fees for minors are €45, accelerated fees are €95.

How to renew your Cyprus passport

To renew your Cyprus passport, you need to:

• Go in person to the Civil Registry Directorate district office in a city or to the Citizens’ Service in a village (see above; the application centres are the same).
• Apply using form M.9G/T.
• Provide biometric data (photo, fingerprints, and signature).

The fee is €70 and €45 for minors.

If you prefer the accelerated procedure, apply at the central offices of the Nicosia Civil Registry Directorate. The fee is €120 (€95 for minors), and the application form remains the same.

Can I get a Cyprus passport by investment?

No. This programme closed in 2020. However, you, your spouse and underage children can get Cyprus permanent residence by investment if you satisfy the following criteria:

• An investment of €300,000 in real estate or shares.
• A secure annual income from abroad of €50,000, increased by €15,000 for the spouse and €10,000 for each child.
• A clean criminal record for yourself and your spouse.

There is a fee of €500 for the application, plus €70 per person included. The 70 euros are charged to issue the Alien Registration Certificate if it does not already exist.

The benefits of a Cypriot passport

The benefits of Cyprus citizenship include:

• EU citizens’ rights

  As an EU citizen, you can move and live freely within the European Union without discrimination. You also have protection for your human rights, civil liberties, and consumer rights. The European Commission lists these rights with links on their site: Citizens rights.

• Tax system and banking services

  Cyprus's tax system is favourable. There is a relatively low income tax and no tax on dividends, interest, inheritance, gifts, or immovable property. At 15%, the corporate tax rate is among the lowest in the EU.

• A perfect place to do business

  With a robust real estate sector, incentives for investment and infrastructure for creating and running a company, Cyprus is the perfect place to build your business.

• High-quality education

  Cyprus has high-quality public and private Universities and an expanding university culture. The private Universities are all English-speaking, with a selection of degrees in Greek. You or your children can enrol in the subject of your choice and embark on a career.

• Free national healthcare

  With Cypriot citizenship or legal residence, you have access to Gesy, the general health system of the Republic. In addition to health care, it covers medicines sold in participating pharmacies across the island.

• Visa-free travel to 174 countries (as of March 2026)

  This usually means a three-month stay without further formalities.