Family Residence Permit in Northern Cyprus: Who can apply?
Married & Non-Married Couples Can Obtain a Family Residence Permit in TRNC
The TRNC Council of Ministers has introduced a long-awaited amendment expanding the categories of foreign nationals eligible for a Family Residence Permit. Following this change, unmarried couples will now be able to obtain a Family Residence Permit.
Although such amendments to immigration laws and regulations aim to ease the residency process for unmarried partners, certain procedures must still be followed.
Unmarried couples or individuals living together in the same property must provide proof of cohabitation in order to qualify for a residence permit. A special form must be certified by a certifying officer and submitted together with the residency application.
Family Residence Permit for Parents Whose Child Resides in Northern Cyprus
We frequently receive inquiries about whether parents can apply for a Family Residence Permit if their children live in Cyprus. Unfortunately, parents are eligible only under three circumstances:
- The child is legally employed in Northern Cyprus and the parent’s grandchildren are under the age of 12;
- The child is a TRNC citizen;
- The child holds a Student Residence Permit.
It is also possible for a parent to be exempt from obtaining a residence permit if they are over 60 years old and their child either owns immovable property in the TRNC or holds a valid work permit.
Family Residence Permit for a Child Whose Parent(s) Reside in Northern Cyprus
The following categories of children are eligible:
- Unmarried girls of any age;
- Unmarried boys under the age of 23.
Need More Information About the Family Residence Permit in TRNC?
Please do not hesitate to contact us for further assistance. Our lawyers at Erginel Law will guide you through the list of required documents and the application procedure.