Cyprus citizenship: through your parent
A child of a Cypriot citizen is generally Cypriot by descent (Form M121).
What you'll need
- Government fee
- ~€20–80, plus stamp duties
- Typical timeline
- ~12–18 months
- Where
- Civil Registry and Migration Department
Whether this line carries citizenship depends on the specifics — dates of birth, naturalization timing, and whether the chain was ever broken. The free eligibility check walks your exact line and tells you which route applies and what documents you'll need.
Other ancestor paths
See if you qualify for Cyprus citizenship
Check your eligibility — freeNot affiliated with Civil Registry or any government. A document-organization tool, not legal advice — always verify with the relevant authority.