Cyprus•EuropeEmployment Visa - Non-Single Permit (NSP)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
70 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work permit for employment in Cyprus through traditional separate visa and work permit process. For cases where single permit cannot be issued. Requires obtaining visa first, then work permit upon arrival.
Non-Single Permit employment is for cases where the Single Permit process cannot be used. It requires obtaining a Category D long-stay visa first, then applying for the work permit upon arrival in Cyprus. This may apply to certain sectors or employment types.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
2 years
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
none or higher
Professional
Experience
2 years of relevant experience if no professional qualifications are held.+ years
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport photos
Employment contract
Proof of accommodation
Health insurance
Sponsor Documents
Company documentation
Registration, financial statements, tax clearance
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Advantages
- Alternative to single permit
- Can work in certain sectors
- Pathway to residence
Considerations
- Two-step process
- Longer overall processing time
- Must enter Cyprus first to apply for work permit
- More paperwork
Application Process
Secure job offer
Obtain employment contract from Cyprus employer
Apply for category D visa
Submit visa application at Cyprus embassy with employment documents
Obtain category D visa
Receive long-stay national visa
Enter Cyprus
Travel to Cyprus with category D visa
Apply for work permit
Submit work permit application at Migration Department within 90 days
Receive work permit and residence card
Obtain combined work permit and residence permit
Application Forms
Category D Visa Application
Work Permit Application
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