EU RESIDENCE PERMIT — ARC
Yellow Slip — Alien Registration Certificate
Registration of non-EU nationals with the Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department. Required for all third-country nationals living or working in Cyprus.
WHO IT'S FOR
Is the Yellow Slip Right for You?
EU Nationals Moving Long-Term
Any EU/EEA citizen relocating to Cyprus for more than 3 months must register — regardless of employment status.
Digital Nomads from EU Countries
Remote workers physically based in Cyprus need ARC even when employed by a foreign employer.
Founders Relocating & Incorporating
EU founders setting up a Cyprus company benefit from having ARC in hand before opening bank accounts or applying for Non-Dom status.
Spouses of Cyprus Residents (EU National)
EU-national spouses of Cyprus residents register via the same MEU1 route as the primary applicant.
Retirees from EU Countries
EU pensioners with sufficient funds and health insurance qualify under the self-sufficient category.
Employees Seconded to Cyprus
EU employees sent to Cyprus by a European employer for a project or posting require ARC within 4 months of arrival.
OUR SERVICE
What's Included
Document Checklist & Preparation Guidance
A personalised checklist covering every document required for your specific category — employment, self-employed, self-sufficient, or student.
MEU1 Form Completion
We prepare and check the Greek-language MEU1 application form to ensure it meets District Administration requirements.
District Office Appointment Coordination
We schedule your appointment at the correct local District Administration office (Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, or Famagusta).
Application Submission & Follow-Up
Accompaniment or guided submission, plus liaison with the office during the processing period until your certificate is confirmed.
Certificate Collection & Delivery
We collect your Yellow Slip on your behalf (where permitted) or coordinate your collection appointment.
HOW IT WORKS
From Enquiry to Yellow Slip
Consultation & Eligibility Check
We confirm your eligibility category (employed, self-employed, self-sufficient, or student) and identify exactly which documents you need.
Document Preparation
We guide you through gathering, certifying, and where needed translating every required document — addressing, insurance, financials.
Appointment Scheduling
We book your District Administration appointment at the earliest available slot in your area.
District Office Submission
Documents submitted in person with our team's guidance. €20 government fee paid at the office.
Certificate Collection
Yellow Slip issued — typically within 1–4 weeks. We coordinate collection so you have the certificate in hand as quickly as possible.
PRICING
Service Pricing
Standalone
ARC Filing Service
€450
+ VAT
Included in
Tax Resident Package
€2,100
full bundle
Included in
Relocate & Launch
€5,500
full bundle
Included in
60-Day Nomad
€6,700
full bundle
TIMELINE
Typical Turnaround
Eligibility consultation & document checklist issued
Document gathering, certification, and insurance arranged
District Administration appointment booked
Application submitted in person, €20 fee paid
Yellow Slip issued — government processing (MEU1)
Eligible for Permanent Residence Card (MEU3)
REQUIREMENTS
Documents You'll Need
All applicants
- Completed MEU1 form (Greek-language)
- Valid EU passport or national ID — original + certified copy
- Proof of Cyprus address (certified rental agreement or title deed)
- €20 government fee per applicant
- Recent passport photographs
Employed
- Employment contract signed by Cyprus employer
- Social Insurance registration certificate
- Employer co-signs the MEU1 form
Self-Employed / Company Director
- Certificate of registration from the Registrar of Companies
- Social Insurance registration as self-employed
- Evidence of active business operations
Self-Sufficient / Remote Worker / Retired
- Last 6 months of bank statements (min. ~€500–€1,000/month)
- Comprehensive private health insurance policy
- Pension statements or foreign income proof
AVOID THESE ERRORS
5 Common Yellow Slip Mistakes
Assuming a Tourist Visa Is Enough
EU nationals have visa-free access to Cyprus, but that doesn't mean registration is optional. Anyone staying more than 90 days must apply for ARC regardless of visa requirements.
Missing the Income / Sufficient Resources Threshold
Cyprus requires proof of 'sufficient resources' — the unofficial minimum is ~€500/month, but banks and officers often expect significantly more. Underdocumented income leads to rejection.
Not Getting Health Insurance First
GESY (the national health system) is only available after you have ARC. For the application itself, private comprehensive health insurance is required — and must be valid before you apply.
Using the Wrong Address
The ARC address must exactly match your actual residence. PO boxes, mail-forwarding addresses, and temporary addresses are rejected. Rental agreements must be certified by the local Muhtar.
Delaying Non-Dom & Tax Residency Registration
ARC is a prerequisite for Cyprus tax residency applications. Delays in getting the Yellow Slip cascade into delays for your TIN, Non-Dom status, and bank account — adding weeks to your relocation timeline.
CLIENT STORY
“Nexora sorted the Yellow Slip in two weeks. I had the certificate before my apartment lease started, which meant I could open a bank account immediately. Worth every cent of the service fee.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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5-day expedited incorporation
Or full fee refunded
Monthly compliance calendar
Never miss a Cyprus deadline
Fixed-price packages
No hidden fees, ever
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