How To Get Your Yellow Slip in Cyprus
EU citizen registration certificate (MEU1) — what, why, and how.
Updated April 2026
The yellow slip confirms your right to reside. Legally required within 4 months of arrival for stays over 3 months.
Documents Required
MEU1 formRequired
Passport or national IDRequired
Two passport photosRequired
Proof of employment/fundsRequired
Proof of addressRequired
Health insuranceRequired
Fee€20
Step-by-Step
Gather documents
Get MEU1 form from CRMD website. Need originals + photocopies.
Book appointment at CRMD
Nicosia office on Kastellorizou Street. Appointments recommended.
Attend appointment
15-30 minutes if everything is in order.
Receive yellow slip
Usually same day. Contains your ARC number for everything official.
From a local: One of the smoother bureaucratic experiences. Your ARC number becomes your de facto ID for GeSY, banking, and tax registration.