Work visas for tech jobs in Cyprus
The main route for skilled tech workers from outside the country, in plain English. Amounts are gross (before tax) and come from the official source linked under each one.
EU Blue Card
Minimum salary
€43,632 per year (Gross a year, set by ministerial decree)
What you need
- Only for jobs in ICT, pharmaceutical research or shipping (not captains or crew)
- A contract or binding offer of at least 6 months
- A degree, or high professional skills
Without a degree
- Professional experience as set in the EU directive’s annex
Source: Official Gazette of Cyprus: Decree K.D.P. 457/2024(opens in new tab). Checked 9 October 2026.
Settling in Cyprus
- Cyprus is in the European Union, so the EU Blue Card is one of the work-permit routes.
- Permanent residency: usually after about 5 years of living there.
- Citizenship: usually possible after about 5 years.
Tech jobs in Cyprus
13 tech jobs in Cyprus with visa sponsorship evidence. Each job shows whether its salary meets the minimums above.
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Other countries
General information, not legal advice. Rules change: confirm on the official page and talk to an immigration lawyer before you decide.