Lebanese family secures Cyprus PR to provide stability and inclusive schooling for their child

We wanted a safe and welcoming place where our child could thrive without barriers. The support we found in the local school and the warmth of the community made us feel at home immediately.

Hadi & Leila

Parents , Beirut

Situation

Hadi and Leila lived in Beirut, where daily instability and limited access to inclusive education made them consider alternatives abroad. Their child required a school environment with special resources, something difficult to secure locally.

During a visit to Cyprus, they explored Limassol and met with parents from international and local schools. They discovered that Cyprus not only offered a mild climate and quality healthcare, but also a strong legal framework for inclusive education: children with special needs are entitled to free support, integration in mainstream schools, and an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

This combination of stability, inclusivity, and Mediterranean lifestyle made Cyprus an ideal choice for their relocation.

Solution

Astons experts guided the family through the entire PR process. Beyond the main real estate investment of €320,000, the family needed to prove secure income: €50,000 for the main applicant and €15,000 for the spouse, as well as provide a clean criminal record and proof of funds.

Astons also developed a tax strategy, recommending the Non-Dom regime, which exempts non-domiciled residents from taxes on dividends, interest, and capital gains. This allows the family to structure their finances efficiently while enjoying their new residency.

For the property, Astons proposed several new-build options. The family selected a two-bedroom apartment in Limassol, within walking distance to inclusive school. Astons arranged meetings with the school’s representatives, ensuring their child could enroll with immediate support services, including specialized educators and therapy programs.

Inclusive education and community support in Cyprus

Cyprus provides a robust system for children with special educational needs (SEN). Free support is guaranteed from age 3 to 18 (and up to 21 if necessary), with opportunities for integration into mainstream schools, aided by tailored IEPs and resource teachers. Parents are directly involved in decision-making through committees and have the right to appeal, ensuring transparency and participation.

Research highlights a positive cultural shift: many parents in Cyprus support inclusive classrooms, recognizing their benefits for all children. While challenges remain, the country is steadily progressing toward a more inclusive society.

For Hadi and Leila, this meant their child would not be isolated but instead welcomed into an educational community that values diversity and support.

Steps with Astons

• Audit and strategy consultation
  Astons carefully reviewed the family’s profile, verified income sources, and confirmed compliance with Cyprus PR requirements.
• Property selection
  Astons presented a curated list of new developments. The family chose an apartment in Limassol, near the school identified as the best match for their child’s needs.
• Reservation and documentation
  The property was reserved with a 10% deposit, while Astons prepared the full application package, including income verification and supporting documents.
• Application submission
  Once the purchase agreement and taxes were settled, Astons submitted the PR application to the Civil Registry and Migration Department of Cyprus.
• PR approval and biometrics
  Within 9 months, the application was approved. The family travelled to Cyprus for biometric data submission. Soon after, they received their PR cards, securing their right to reside indefinitely.

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