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Cyprus Passport Requirements

Application, renewal, fees, and legal framework explained

Applying for a Cyprus Passport or Passport Renewal

A Cyprus passport is issued exclusively to citizens of the Republic of Cyprus and grants full European Union citizenship rights, including freedom of movement, residence, and employment throughout all EU Member States.

Applications must be submitted in person either in Cyprus or at Cypriot diplomatic missions abroad, depending on the applicant’s place of residence.

Cyprus Passport Requirements

Applicants applying for a Cyprus passport for the first time must typically submit:

  • Completed passport application form
  • Cyprus ID card or certificate of registration as a Cypriot citizen
  • Birth certificate
  • Recent biometric passport photograph
  • Proof of payment of administrative fees
  • Additional documents based on personal circumstances

 

Cypriots permanently residing abroad may be required to provide additional proof of identity and residence.

Benefits of a Cyprus Passport

  • Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 170+ countries
  • Full European Union citizenship rights
  • Unrestricted movement within the EU and Schengen Area
  • Diplomatic and consular protection by Cyprus and EU Member States

How to Apply for a Cyprus Passport

  1. Personal appearance before the competent authority
  2. Submission of a complete documentation file
  3. Collection of biometric data
  4. Payment of applicable passport fees

 

Applicants must also submit formal declarations regarding criminal history or legal restrictions, where applicable.

First-Time Passport vs Passport Renewal

  • First-time passport: Newly recognized Cypriot citizens
  • Passport renewal: Expired or expiring passports
  • Replacement passport: Damaged passports
  • Lost or stolen passport: Subject to enhanced verification

Cyprus Passport for Minors

  • Application submitted by a parent or legal guardian
  • Consent of both parents required (unless court order applies)
  • Special procedures in cases of guardianship disputes

Cyprus Passport Fees

Passport fees vary depending on:

  • Applicant’s age
  • Validity period of the passport
  • Type of application (standard, urgent, replacement)

Processing Time

Under normal conditions, a Cyprus passport is issued within several weeks provided that citizenship status is confirmed and the application file is complete.

Delays may occur where documentation is incomplete or additional security checks are required.

Professional Guidance

GreekCitizenshipExperts provides structured legal and administrative support for Cyprus passport applications, renewals, and complex citizenship cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. Cyprus passports are issued exclusively to Cypriot citizens.


Yes. Cyprus fully recognizes dual and multiple citizenship.

Yes. It provides extensive global mobility and full EU protection.

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