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Why Choose Cyprus for Residency by Investment in 2025?
Comparative Analysis of Golden Visa Programs Across Europe
Europe’s Residency Race — Where to Invest in 2025?
With changes sweeping through Europe’s residency-by-investment programs, many investors are re-evaluating where to build their second base. While countries like Spain have closed their Golden Visa doors and Portugal has eliminated real estate options, others are adjusting thresholds or tightening compliance rules.
So where does that leave serious investors in 2025?
Let’s compare the major programs still available — and why Cyprus is emerging as a quiet favorite.
Residency by Investment: Europe at a Glance (2025)
Cyprus
Investment: €300,000 + VAT
Property: ✅ Yes (New only)
⏱ Time to Residency: 2–3 months
Family: ✅ Included
Citizenship: ❌ PR only
Greece
Investment: €250,000–800,000
Property: ✅ Yes
⏱ Time to Residency: 3–6 months
Family: ✅ Included
Citizenship: ✅ After 7 yrs
Portugal
Investment: €250,000–500,000
Property: ❌ No (Funds only)
⏱ Time to Residency: 6–12 months
Family: ✅ Included
Citizenship: ✅ After 5 yrs
Italy
Investment: €250,000+ (Startups)
Property: ❌ No
⏱ Time to Residency: 4–6 months
Family: ✅ Included
Citizenship: ✅ After 10 yrs
Hungary
Investment: €250,000+
Property: ✅ Yes
⏱ Time to Residency: 6–9 months
Family: ✅ Included
Citizenship: ✅ After 8–10 yrs
Why Cyprus Wins for Residency Investors in 2025
✅ 1. Speed and Simplicity
Cyprus offers one of the fastest routes to permanent residency in Europe — approval typically within 2–3 months with no relocation required.
✅ 2. Straightforward Real Estate Option
Invest in new property only, starting from €300,000 + VAT. Choose from premium developments — villas, apartments, branded residences.
✅ 3. Family is Included
Spouse, children up to 25, and even parents can be added under one application.
✅ 4. No Physical Stay Required
Maintain your residency status without residing in Cyprus. Ideal for global investors.
✅ 5. Safe, Tax-Efficient Environment
12.5% corporate tax, no inheritance tax, EU law, and English-speaking environment.
✅ 6. Lifestyle + Location
Over 340 days of sun, private healthcare, international schools, fast EU/ME access.
Who Should Consider Cyprus?
Investors seeking asset protection & diversification
Families wanting a secure Plan B in the EU
Entrepreneurs needing EU access without relocation
Those priced out of saturated markets like Portugal or Greece
How ZY IMMO Capital Helps
Access to pre-approved PR-eligible projects
Legal & immigration partner coordination
Documentation control, timeline management, and full representation
Personalised advisory strategy based on goals and asset class
We Monitor Policy Trends & Legal Changes
Our team continuously tracks evolving laws and Golden Visa updates across Europe to ensure clients always receive current and compliant strategies.
Ready to Explore EU Residency via Cyprus?
Schedule a strategic consultation today.
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