All about the Yellow Slip

What is the Yellow Slip?

• A permanent registration certificate for EU citizens, equivalent to the residence permit under EU law.

• Must be applied for within three months of moving using the MEU1 form at the “Aliens Immigration Unit”.

• Contains your personal ARC number, which you need for numerous formalities (tax number T.I.C., non-dom status, health insurance, company formation, etc.).

Why “Yellow Slip”?

• The name is derived from the yellow color of the paper.

• Photo is printed directly at the appointment – in many districts (e.g., Limassol) you receive the finished document by mail within 1-2 weeks.

What the Yellow Slip is not

• Not a prerequisite for renting an apartment or establishing a Cyprus Limited (the reverse applies: no Yellow Slip without proof of residence).

• Beware of paid portals that sell faster appointments or unnecessary memberships for a fee.

Application Variants

1. EU Employees

Requirements:

• MEU1A form (with signature stamp of the employer)

• Passport + copy

• Proof of two months of social security contributions

• Minimum gross salary € 1,000 (exceptions for maintenance obligations)

Recommended Additional Documents:

• Rental agreement or electricity bill as proof of residence

2. EU Family Members (Visitor)

Requirements:

• Passport + copy

• Marriage/birth certificate(s) with apostille and certified translation

• Proof of custody or declaration of consent for children

• Notarized rental/purchase agreement or school certificate

• Health insurance (GESY or private)

• Proof of income and bank statements (last 6 months)

• If available: previous Alien Card or Yellow Slip

3. Self-employed

Requirements:

• MEU1A form

• Passport + copy

• Proof of social security as self-employed

• Advance payment of at least € 700 (social contributions for one quarter)