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course content
08/10/2025 10:00 - 12:00
15/10/2025 10:00 - 12:00
22/10/2025 10:00 - 12:00
Module 1: Overview of Immigration Laws in Cyprus
• Introduction to Cyprus’s Immigration Laws:
- Overview of key legislation governing migration in Cyprus.
- Compliance with EU Directives (e.g., Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC).
- Influence of EU and national laws on immigration policies for third-country nationals and EU citizens.
• Key Regulatory Bodies:
- Civil Registry and Migration Department (CRMD): Role in immigration control and permit issuance.
- Ministry of Labour: Involvement in employment-related permits and work visa processes.
• Types of Permits and Visas:
- Work visas, residence permits, and family reunification visas for third-country nationals.
- Yellow Slip for EU nationals.
- Differentiation between temporary and permanent residency options.
Module 2: Immigration Options for Third-Country Nationals
• General Work Permits:
- Requirements for employers: Demonstrating that no suitable EU national is available for the position.
- Typical roles eligible for permits: Executives, middle management, and supporting staff.
- Necessary documentation: Employment contract, medical tests, police clearance.
• Highly Skilled Employment – EU Blue Card:
- Eligibility criteria - Minimum salary thresholds, tertiary education, or significant professional experience.
- Benefits - Long-term residency prospects, intra-EU mobility, family reunification options.
• Foreign Interest Companies:
- Special provisions for companies with foreign ownership.
- Capital investment requirements for companies.
- Categories of employees allowed: Executive, managerial, and support staff.
• Digital Nomad Visa:
- Overview of the digital nomad scheme.
- Eligibility criteria and benefits for remote workers.
• Temporary vs. Permanent Residence:
- Pathways from temporary to permanent residency.
- Key differences in requirements.
Module 3: Application Processes and Compliance for Third-Country Nationals
• Step-by-Step Application Process:
- How to apply for general work permits - Document requirements, including employment contracts and medical certificates.
- Approval from the Department of Labour - Obtaining a recommendation letter.
• Compliance Requirements:
- Obligations for both employees and employers, including tax compliance and insurance coverage.
- Reporting changes in employment status to the relevant authorities.
• Renewal Process:
- Renewal deadlines and procedures.
- Legal consequences of failing to renew permits on time.
Module 4: Immigration Options for the EU and the EEA Nationals
• Rights of EU/EEA Nationals:
- Overview of the Free Movement Directive and its application in Cyprus.
- Exemptions from work permits for EU/EEA nationals.
• Yellow Slip Application:
- A practical guide to applying for a Yellow Slip.
- Required documents, timelines, and benefits of obtaining a Yellow Slip.
• Rights and Responsibilities of EU Nationals:
- Employment rights, access to healthcare, and social services under EU law.
Module 5: Special Categories and Exemptions
• Family Reunification:
- Pathways for family members of a third-country nationals and EU nationals to join their relatives in Cyprus.
- Documentation and application processes for residence permits for spouses and dependents.
• Investment-Based Visas:
- Overview of the Cyprus Investment Program.
- Eligibility for permanent residence through economic contributions and investments.
• Intra-Corporate Transfers (ICTs):
- Specific pathways for multinational company employees transferred to Cyprus.
- Required documentation and compliance regulations for intra-corporate transferees.
- Lawyers
- Legal Advisors
- Corporate administrators dealing with immigration issues
- HR Professionals
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