Cyprus Revamps Start-Up Visa Program to Spur Innovation and Economic Growth

20 December 2024 · Europe Permit

Cyprus has made significant improvements to its Start-Up Visa Program to encourage innovation and attract entrepreneurial talent. Here are the main updates:

  1. Program Launch
    • Starts on January 1, 2025.
  2. Extended Residence Permits
    • Now valid for three years (previously two).
  3. Longer Renewal Period
    • Renewals extended to two years.
  4. Lower Equity Requirement
    • Reduced from 50% to 25%.
  5. Increased Foreign Workforce
    • Allows up to 50% foreign workers.
  6. Investment Incentives
    • Investments of €150,000 enable additional foreign staff.
  7. Higher Evaluation Standards
    • Priority for companies with €1M sales and high R&D.
  8. Job Creation Mandate
    • Requires at least three new jobs for each company.
  9. Stage Flexibility
    • Supports both early and mature start-ups.
  10. Economic Growth Focus
  • Aims to diversify and boost Cyprus’s economy.

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