Retirement, studying. If you are not planning on working
Not working is not a problem in itself and will not prevent you from working in Cyprus. But you will have to prove that you will not become a burden for the cypriot economy, namely the social and health system.
If you are studying
If you are studying in Cyprus you will still need to obtain the Registration certificate. The process for applying is the same as mentioned above and you will need to bring the following:
Completed application form
Valid passport or identity card
Proof of comprehensive health insurance
Proof of adequate financial resources (by declaration)
Two passport sized photos
Fee
If you are retiring to Cyprus
If you are retiring to Cyprus or just don’t have any plans of working in Cyprus you will also need to apply for a Registration certificate. To prove that you won’t be a burden for the society you will need to supply the following documents with your application:
Completed application form
Valid passport or identity card
Adequate income from a legal source. This can include work or income outside Cyprus, pension or any other mean of income
Proof of funds in a bank (Overseas or in Cyprus)
Proof of comprehensive health insurance
Two passport sized photos
Fee
What about using an agent?
It is fairly popular to get help from an agent that – for a fee – helps you with the details of the application. They will speed up some of the processes, although it primarily is limiting the time you spend queuing and waiting at the immigration office.
They are also experienced in handling the application process and will (often) make sure you have all the necessary documents.
It is a relatively small fee but the application process is also something you can easily handle yourself.