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Studying in Cyprus

The figures that decide most applications, from official sources. Guide checked 24 September 2026.
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Money you must show€7,000 available bank balance, plus €2,000 in cash on arrival
Drops to €5,000 with a 50%+ scholarship; waived with a full scholarship.
Source: University of Cyprus International Students Office; European University Cyprus, checked 24 September 2026
Visa fee€140 (Alien Certificate €70 + Residence Permit €55 + Entry Permit €15)
Universities add their own handling fees of €150-200 on top.
Source: European University Cyprus; University of Cyprus, checked 24 September 2026
Work while you study20 hours a week in term, 38 in breaks, but only in twelve specified sectorsSource: Study in Cyprus (Ministry-linked portal), checked 24 September 2026
Stay after you graduate12 months to seek work: master's graduates only. No equivalent for bachelor's.Source: Study in Cyprus, checked 24 September 2026