By: N. Pirilides & Associates LLC
If you’re looking to obtain a Cypriot ID card and Passport, the first essential step is securing Cypriot citizenship.
Citizenship may be granted in several ways—through naturalisation, investment, marriage to a Cypriot citizen, or due to Cypriot ancestry.
How to Get a Cypriot ID Card
Under the Civil Registry Law, holding a Cypriot ID is mandatory for all citizens aged 12 and above (optional for younger children). Here’s what the process involves:
- Application Submission
Visit the District Administration Office or a Citizen Service Centre in any major town across Cyprus and submit the official application form. - Required Documents & Fees
The application must be accompanied by, among others, the Original Birth Certificate of the applicant as well as the amount of €30 if the application is submitted for adults or the amount of €20 if the application is submitted for minors. - In-Person Presence
The applicant must appear in person to provide biometric data (photo & fingerprints) and signature. - Collection of the ID
IDs are collected from the same office where the application is filed. You can collect it yourself or authorize someone else using a designated form. - Processing Time
Typically, your ID will be ready within 10 working days. - Validity Period
The validity of an ID is 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors.
How to Get a Cypriot Passport
The process for obtaining a Cypriot Passport is similar, with a few key differences:
- Application Requirements
You’ll need your Cypriot ID. If you don’t have one yet, you’ll need to submit both your Birth Certificate and Certificate of Citizenship. - Fees
The fees paid for the issuance/renewal of a Cypriot Passport are €70 for adults and €45 for minors. However, an applicant has the opportunity to accelerate the issuance or renewal of his passport by paying an additional amount of €50. - Express Option
An applicant has the chance to accelerate the issuance or renewal of his passport by paying an additional amount of €50.
For tailored guidance, document preparation or assistance with your application, reach out to us at [email protected] and we’d be happy to help you every step of the way.
