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Cyprus Turns to Egypt and India to Fill Construction Workforce Gap

Cyprus turns to Egypt and India to fill 5,000 construction jobs as Syrian repatriation scheme drains workforce. Egypt MoU underutilised.

Xavi

Sep 21

Cyprus medical examinations for immigration permits Categories A-F 2026 infographic showing mandatory blood tests for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, and Syphilis, plus chest X-ray for tuberculosis screening, effective September 1, 2026, with certification requirements and exemption for temporary residence permit holders.

Cyprus Mandates Medical Examinations for Immigration Permits (Categories A–F) from September 1

Cyprus mandates medical examinations for Immigration Permit applications (Categories A-F) from September 1, 2026. Blood tests and TB screening required.

Editorial Team

Sep 3

Cyprus resumes visa processing in Russia from July 6, 2026, via BLS International centers in eight cities with €90 visa fee and appointment required.

Cyprus Resumes Visa Processing in Russia – BLS International Centers Reopen July 6

Cyprus has resumed visa processing at BLS International centers across Russia, effective July 6, 2026. The service was suspended on June 13 after a contract lapse. Applications are now accepted in eight Russian cities including Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Yekaterinburg. The visa fee is €90 for adults (12+) and €45 for children (6-11), plus a BLS service fee of 547 rubles.

Xavi

Jul 7

Cypriot flag with Golden Visa overhaul 2026, April 15 parliament debate, AKEL bill icons for tighter controls and oversight.

Cyprus Golden Visa Faces Major Overhaul: Parliament to Debate Strict New Rules on April 15 as AKEL Pushes for Tighter Controls

Cyprus Golden Visa faces major overhaul – parliament to debate strict new rules on April 15 as AKEL pushes for tighter controls and parliamentary oversight.

Xavi

Apr 15