Your first month in Cyprus is straightforward but paperwork-heavy. Work through the list in order.
- Days 1–3: Confirm short-term accommodation through your university's international office.
- Days 1–7: Apply for the Pink Slip (residence permit) within the legally required window after arrival.
- Day 7–14: Open a Cypriot bank account — most major banks accept students with a residence permit.
- Day 7–14: Buy a Cyprus SIM card (Cyta, Epic, or Primetel).
- Day 7–21: Activate health insurance — GHS coverage rules for non-EU students vary; confirm with your university.
- Day 14–21: Register at your university and collect your student ID.
- Day 14–21: Apply for a public-transport student card (OSYPA in Nicosia, Limassol Buses, or local equivalent).
- Day 21–28: Find a GP through the GHS portal or a private clinic.
- Day 21–28: Join your university's Erasmus Student Network section or international student association.
- Day 28–30: Attend your university's international orientation week if you haven't already.
Sources: Cyprus Ministry of Interior, GHS, university international offices. Informational only — always confirm details with the official authority.