Title
New biometric permit rules for Cyprus OFWs
Law
Poea Advisory No. 27
Decision Date
Nov 13, 2015
The Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department now issues biometric residence/employment permits for Non-EU nationals, including Overseas Filipino Workers, replacing the previous temporary permits and requiring registration within seven days of arrival.
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Q&A (POEA Advisory No. 27)

The Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department (CRMD) is responsible for issuing the new biometric residence/employment permit.

The name and address of the employer will be found on the back of the new biometric residence/employment ID.

The new biometric permit replaces the previous temporary residence permit/visa known as the Pink Slipa.

The biometric data includes a digital face photo, fingerprint, and signature.

They can visit the CRMD website at www.moi.gov.cy/crmd for more information.

It was introduced relative to the implementation of the EU Single Permit directive.

The advisory informs Filipino workers about the new procedures for obtaining biometric residence/employment permits and the need for timely registration to comply with Cyprus immigration laws.


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