On 29 December 2025 the Migration Department of Cyprus published a set of application forms for foreign nationals on its official website, covering five main employment categories.

The categories include employment lasting up to three months, employment lasting between three and six months, seasonal employment, the single‑permit “GEN” for remunerated work, and self‑employment.

Applicants for the short‑term (up to three months) permit must submit an entry permit application together with a temporary work permit application, as stipulated in the published guidance.

For the three‑to‑six‑month category, additional documents such as a registration document and a release agreement – which outlines conditions for leaving an employer – are required.

Seasonal workers must apply under the ESW permit, sign a declaration to cover the cost of their return journey, and follow specific renewal procedures if they change employers.

The GEN single permit addresses paid employment and includes forms for initial entry, permit renewals and employer changes, as well as provisions for residence permits for certain EU‑family members.

Self‑employed applicants are directed to consult the Migration Department’s materials to determine the specific documentation and conditions applicable to their proposed activity.

All applicants must complete the relevant form, attach category‑specific supporting documents, and may need to provide an authorization‑of‑representative form or a declaration of mailing address, depending on the permit type.

The forms and guidance are accessible via the Migration Department’s official portal; prospective workers are advised to verify the latest requirements before submitting any paperwork.

The department cautions that obtaining a form does not guarantee approval; eligibility, documentation and other criteria are assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.