Yiannos Trisokkas in ABC Money: Cyprus's Next Chapter, Where Innovation Meets Investment
"Relocating to Cyprus has never looked so desirable." — Yiannos Trisokkas...
Velment in The Good Men Project: Cyprus and the Schengen Zone
This article explains what joining the Schengen Area would mean for Cyprus in tourism, trade and security, and for international investors who hold Cyprus residency through its residency-by-investment programme.
What this means for buyers today
Schengen accession is still the most important pending development for Cyprus residency holders. The original 2025 target has passed, but progress has continued through 2026. We follow each step closely and update clients as the process moves forward.
Will Cyprus residency let me live anywhere in the Schengen Area?
No. This is a common misunderstanding. Once Cyprus joins, a Cyprus residence permit will allow visa-free short stays in other Schengen countries, typically up to 90 days in any 180-day period. It will not give you the right to live or work in another Schengen country. Your residence rights stay tied to Cyprus.
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