Due to the war in Ukraine, many residents of the country have had to seek refuge in various European countries, and Cyprus is no exception.

Without a visa, Ukrainian citizens can stay in the territory of the Republic of Cyprus for only 90 days, but it is evident that many have to stay on the island much longer. For such cases, there is a temporary protection program.

What is included in the temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens in Cyprus:

• Housing
• Financial aid
• Healthcare
• Education for children
• Employment

Housing

Ukrainian citizens who have received temporary protection in Cyprus have the opportunity to get free housing. The Ministry of Tourism provides a chance to book a free room in a hotel. However, for those who can afford it, it is better to independently search for rented housing due to bureaucratic difficulties.

Financial aid

Citizens of Ukraine with temporary protection are provided with financial assistance of €340 one-time. If it concerns a family, the amount may be different. To receive these payments, you need to fill out a form, indicating a local phone number, and they will inform you when you can get the money.

Healthcare

Free medical assistance can be obtained at all state hospitals. To do this, you should contact the hospital registration office at your place of residence. If it is not possible to reach the doctor independently, you can call emergency services at 112, and they will take you to the hospital urgently.

Education for children

Children from Ukraine can receive free education in state schools. Documents for admission should be submitted through the education department in your region, after which the child will be directed to the nearest school corresponding to the place of residence.

Employment

Citizens of Ukraine with temporary protection have the right not only to the privileges listed above but also can work legally in Cyprus without additional permits.

Frequently Asked Questions about Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Citizens in Cyprus

How to apply for temporary protection?

The Asylum Service handles the protection process. You can submit your application either in person at the migration department or online on this website. Click on the blue banner below the photo to access the Google form for completion. Just in case, here is the link to the form.

In the application, you will need to provide a local phone number, so make sure to acquire a Cypriot SIM card in advance.

Once your documents are reviewed, you will receive a letter. After receiving it, within two days, it is mandatory to visit the migration department to obtain a residence permit.

Where to find the addresses of migration departments for submitting applications?

• Nicosia, 79 Arch. Makarios III Avenue, Afemia House 1077, Nicosia
• Larnaca, 34 Tasou Mitsopoulou, Larnaka 6027
• Limassol, 223 Fragklinou Rousvelt, Building «D. Nikolaou», 2nd floor, Limassol 3046
• Paphos, Corner of Eleftheriou Venizelou & Kanigkos 22, 2nd floor, Paphos, 8021
• Famagusta, 83 Eleftherias Street, TAPOLOS Bld, Deryneia Plaza, 1st floor, Deryneia 5380

Where can you apply for financial assistance?

Applications for payments are accepted at social security offices, here are their addresses:

• Nicosia, Kalimakli, Nicosia, Cyprus: +357 22804780
• Limassol, Address: 82nd Road No. 3; Kato Polemidia, Limassol, Cyprus: +357 25821895
• Larnaca, 23-25 Pileiou 23-25, C. Matthaiou Court, 4th floor, P.O.Box 40184, Larnaca, Cyprus: +357 24800207 or 54 Agion Anargyron Avenue, P.O48
• Paphos, I. Nikolaides 19, Paphos, Cyprus: +357 97 869158
• Famagusta, 170 April 1, Paralimni, Cyprus: +357 23811720

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