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A person works on a laptop; applicants for Cypriot citizenship by descent must submit the required documents with their applications, some of which are found online.

Required Documents for Cypriot Citizenship Applications: Complete Guide

Applying for Cypriot citizenship can feel complicated, especially for families abroad. Whether you are applying for yourself or your children, the application process depends on producing the right paperwork. Cyprus’ Civil Registry and Migration Department (CRMD) will only consider applications that are fully documented, which means preparation is essential. This

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Larnaca, Cyprus; many applicants for Cypriot citizenship by descent have questions about eligibility, documents, and other factors.

FAQs: Gaining Cypriot Citizenship by Descent

Cypriot diasporas in countries like the U.S., South Africa, and Australia have the option to apply for Cypriot citizenship by descent. Children and grandchildren of Cypriot ancestors are often curious as to how they may be eligible through this pathway, how applying works, and where to begin. This guide addresses

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The End of Citizenship by Investment in Europe

Within the last year, the EU Court of Justice has finally put a stop to citizenship by investment (CBI). The decision, which effectively ruled that Malta’s “golden passport” program was illegal, ended the last remaining CBI scheme in the European Union. Prior to that, Cyprus also took part in CBI,

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An aerial view of the coast of Cyprus, representing Cypriot citizenship and the possible ancestral paths to acquiring it for children.

Can My Child Get Cypriot Citizenship by Ancestry?

The Republic of Cyprus is home to one of the world’s largest diasporas relative to its population. Families in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and South Africa often ask whether their children also qualify for Cypriot citizenship by descent. The answer is usually yes, but the process depends

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