Originally Posted by
matio_svk
ok, let me re-phrase, non-cypriot not living in Cyprus
but, I would not mind traveling to Cyprus + setting up an account with some funds as a guarantee
You first need a Cyprus address - perhaps get a friend to oblige? Then set up a CYTA telephone contract giving this address. In principle, Alpha bank will then allow you to set up a current account and also a M&B visa account if adequate funds are blocked. You will also need to supply details of foreign earnings so that inward fund transfers can be accepted.