Study in Cyprus: student visa and residence permit help

Students from outside the EU need an entry permit before arrival and a residence permit after. The university usually starts the process; we prepare the file with you and help with housing and health cover.

ForNon-EU students
Work20 h a week in term, 38 in breaks, in approved sectors with a Labour Office-approved contract
Started byThe university
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A passport, certificates with an apostille and a rental contract on a deskChecked 24 October 2026

Steps and timeline

  1. 1

    Admission

    Offer from a recognised institution.

    weeks
  2. 2

    Entry permit

    Filed by the institution.

    up to 1 month
  3. 3

    Residence permit

    Register within 7 days of arrival.

    up to 3 months

Official forms explained

Official form: MEDU2 · how to fill it in

Who does what

What you do

  • Share your situation and goals
  • Collect documents from home
  • Agree the scope of work in writing

What we do

  • Check the requirements for your case
  • Prepare the documents and file the application
  • Follow up until the decision

Your coordinator

  • Plans the work and next steps
  • Keeps one timeline for everything
  • Reminds you of renewals and deadlines

What affects the cost

The price depends on your situation. We explain the scope and expected costs before work begins.

Your situationNumber of peopleUrgency

Questions

Can I bring family?

The students page sets no family route; ask the Migration Department about your case before you plan it.

Sources

Figures checked 24 October 2026. Rules change: we confirm them for your case before you act.

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A coordinator replies within one working day with the next steps.

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