MEU2 Residence Card
Cyprus
Last updated: December 22, 2025
5 years (renewable)
$23
5-6 months
Medium
About this Visa
The MEU2 is a residence card for non-EU family members of EU citizens living in Cyprus. If you're married to an EU citizen or are their dependent child, you can apply. This card lets you live and work in Cyprus legally without needing a job offer or special permission. Unlike tourist visas or temporary permits, MEU2 gives you permanent residency rights. You get the same work and travel freedoms as EU citizens. This visa is designed to keep families together.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions (any job, any company)
- Start your own business
- Travel freely to all EU countries (visa-free)
- Bring spouse, children, or dependent parents
- Stay as long as relationship continues
- Access to healthcare with insurance
- Children attend schools at local rates
- After 5 years, apply for permanent residency
- After 8 years, apply for citizenship
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Married to or in civil partnership with EU citizen
- OR dependent child under 21 (or any age if dependent)
- OR dependent parent or grandparent
- Have valid passport (not expired)
- Entered Cyprus legally
- No serious criminal record
- EU citizen sponsor has valid resident status in Cyprus
Financial Requirement
EU citizen sponsor must show sufficient income to support living expenses. No exact minimum set—depends on family size and Cyprus costs. Sponsor submits bank statements and employment proof.
Documents
- Valid passportOriginal document required
- Birth certificateCertified and officially translated
- Police certificateFrom home country, certified and translated
- Marriage certificateIf married—certified and translated
- Proof of accommodationRental agreement or property deed
- Medical insurance certificateValid policy required
- EU citizen sponsor's passportValid ID or passport
- EU citizen's employment contractProof of income or pension statement
- Bank statements3-6 months of sponsor's bank statements
- Social insurance certificateFor EU citizen sponsor
- Financial support declarationOath promising to support applicant
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.