Persons of Cypriot descent (by male perentage) who were born before 16 August 1960 and
are not citizens of the United Kingdom and its colonies (M72)
Eligibility
Individuals born before 16 August 1960, not citizens of the United Kingdom or its former colonies, who originate from Cyprus through the male line and reside permanently abroad.
Application Process
Submit the completed application along with the supporting documents to the District Office.
After approval, two citizenship certificates will be issued, which must be signed by the applicant.
After the applicant's signature, the registrar of the Cypriot court will sign the documents and proceed with the stamp duty.
The stamped copy will be returned to the Ministry of Interior, which will grant Cypriot citizenship to the applicant.
After obtaining Cypriot citizenship, the applicant can submit a request for an identity card and passport.
Supporting documents:
Birth certificate of the father.
Passport of the applicant and their parents.
Birth certificate of the applicant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply under the M72 category?
The M72 category applies to individuals of Cypriot descent through the male line who were born before 16 August 1960, are not citizens of the United Kingdom or its former colonies, and permanently reside outside Cyprus.
Is residence in Cyprus required to apply under M72?
No. Applicants under the M72 category must permanently reside abroad. Physical residence in Cyprus is not required for submitting the application.
What does Cypriot descent by male line mean?
Cypriot descent by male line means that the applicant’s Cypriot origin is traced through their father. This lineage must be proven through official civil documents.
Where should the M72 application be submitted?
The completed application, together with all required supporting documents, must be submitted to the relevant District Office.
Which documents are required for an M72 application?
Supporting documents include the birth certificate of the applicant, the birth certificate of the applicant’s father, and valid passports of the applicant and their parents.
What happens after the application is approved?
Following approval, two Cypriot citizenship certificates are issued and must be signed by the applicant. The registrar of the Cypriot court then signs and stamps the certificates before they are returned to the Ministry of Interior for finalisation.
Can the applicant apply for a Cypriot passport and ID card?
Yes. Once Cypriot citizenship is granted, the applicant may apply for a Cypriot identity card and passport in accordance with applicable procedures.
What are the government fees for an M72 application?
The government fees include an application fee of EUR 20, stamp duty of EUR 1.71 for the application, and EUR 8.54 for each copy of the citizenship certificate.
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