What is a Mukhtar and How to Find Yours?
In Cyprus, you’ll likely need to interact with a mukhtar at some point —like when you need to get your
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Adult Education Centres – Language Courses Now Open for Registration
The Adult Education Centres are once again welcoming registrations for English and Greek language lessons. These classes are a wonderful
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Update: Final Approved Building Permit No Longer Required for Housing Allowance
Important update (17 September 2026) The requirement for a Final Approved Building Permit (“Άδεια Τελική Έγκριση”) for properties accommodating asylum
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A Short Guide to Working in Cyprus – Your Rights at Work: Discrimination, Minors & Whistleblowing
Cyprus law protects employees from discrimination, sets special rules for young workers, and safeguards people who report wrongdoing. Here’s what’s
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What to Do When Your Asylum Application is Rejected
First, ask yourself: Do you want to appeal the decision? This is the most important question to consider right now.
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A Short Guide to Working in Cyprus – Ending a Job : Termination, Notice & Compensation
If your employment ends, it’s important to know whether the dismissal was lawful, what notice you’re owed, and what compensation
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A Short Guide to Working in Cyprus – Social Insurance, Healthcare & Welfare Benefits
Beyond your salary, Cyprus’s social system offers a safety net for illness, unemployment, and healthcare. Here’s how it works and
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Documents Needed for Newborns of Asylum Seekers in Cyprus: What You Need to Know
If you are the mother of a newborn child, it is important to register your baby with the authorities as
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How to Enroll Your Children in School in Cyprus?
In Cyprus, like the rest of Europe, a good education is the key to your child’s future. But how do
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EU Relocation: What is it and can Caritas help?
There is often confusion and misinformation surrounding relocation within the EU, especially regarding asylum seekers and refugees. Some of these
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