Category B
The Cyprus Category B Immigration Permit is intended for third-country nationals who wish to work as self-employed in mining enterprises in Cyprus. To qualify, applicants must have the relevant licence required for mining research or mining activities, sufficient capital available for their proposed activity and a business plan that does not negatively affect the general economy of Cyprus. We provide legal assistance with Category B immigration permit applications in Cyprus, including eligibility assessment, documentation and application preparation.
Who Can Apply for a Category B Immigration Permit?
Category B is specifically intended for people who plan to work as self-employed in mining enterprises in Cyprus.
To qualify:
They must have the necessary license to do mining work or research.
They must have around €350,000 (or less, if approved by the Immigration Control Committee) available to use freely.
Their work must not harm the country’s overall economy.
The Category B route is therefore aimed at applicants who intend to establish or conduct a qualifying self-employed mining activity rather than take up ordinary employment in Cyprus.
Category B Capital Requirement
One of the main requirements for a Category B immigration permit in Cyprus is access to capital of approximately €350,000.
The official requirement refers to capital that must be fully and freely available to the applicant. A lower amount may be accepted where determined by the Immigration Control Committee.
The availability and source of the required funds should therefore be properly documented as part of the immigration application.
Mining Licence and Professional Requirements
Applicants must have the relevant licence that may be required to carry out mining research or mining business in Cyprus.
The exact licensing requirements depend on the proposed mining activity. The immigration application should therefore be considered together with the regulatory requirements applicable to the planned business activity.
Category B and Cyprus Permanent Residence
A Category B Immigration Permit is one of the permanent immigration permit categories available in Cyprus.
The Migration Department states that the residence right under an Immigration Permit has unlimited validity for the holder and adult dependants, although the residence permit card itself has a ten-year expiry date and must be replaced when it expires.
An Immigration Permit may cease to be valid if the holder acquires permanent residence abroad or is absent from Cyprus for two years. Applicants who are living outside Cyprus when their application is approved must also acquire residence in Cyprus within one year of approval.
Category B Immigration Permit Application
Applications for Cyprus Immigration Permits are submitted to the Migration Department in Nicosia. Applicants may submit an application personally or through an authorised representative.
The Migration Department states that applications must be accompanied by the required original documents. Documents submitted with immigration applications must be officially translated and duly certified or ratified where required. An incomplete application will not be accepted for consideration.
The current application fee for an Immigration Permit is €500 for all persons included in the application. An additional €70 fee applies where the applicant or a family member needs to obtain an Aliens Registration Certificate.
Family Members
An Immigration Permit holder can include their spouse and children under 18 as dependent persons, subject to the applicable requirements and documentation.
Family members may also be added to an already approved Immigration Permit by submitting the relevant application and supporting documents.
How We Can Help
A Category B application involves both immigration and business considerations. It is important to establish that the proposed mining activity, licensing arrangements and available capital satisfy the applicable requirements before submitting the application.
We can assist with:
- Assessing eligibility for a Category B immigration permit in Cyprus
- Reviewing the proposed mining activity
- Reviewing licensing and supporting documentation
- Assessing evidence of available capital
- Preparing the immigration application
- Reviewing supporting documents
- Assisting with submission to the Migration Department
- Providing legal assistance throughout the immigration process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Category B in Cyprus?
How much capital is required for Category B?
The official requirement is approximately €350,000 in freely available capital, although a lower amount may be determined by the Immigration Control Committee.
Do I need a mining licence for Category B?
Is Category B a permanent residence permit?
Can my family join me under Category B?
Where is the Category B application submitted?
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