Student Residence In Cyprus

Once students have obtained university admission in one of the universities in Northern Cyprus, the time for obtaining a student residence permit in Cyprus and organizing their documents to apply for a visa begins.   

In this article, we present to you the most important steps and documents required to obtain a study visa in Cyprus. 

Obtaining a Student Residence Permit in Cyprus 

Obtaining a student visa in Northern Cyprus is a straightforward process that students can easily accomplish. The steps for obtaining a student residence permit can be divided into two main stages: obtaining the entry visa to Cyprus and obtaining the study visa in Cyprus. 

Entry Visa to Cyprus  

Obtaining the acceptance letter from one of the universities in Northern Cyprus is the only way for students from all over the world to enter Northern Cyprus for studies. Once you have received the final acceptance letter, you can enter Northern Cyprus. First, you need to visit the Embassy or Consulate of Cyprus in your country with the following documents in hand: 

• The university’s acceptance letter you’ve received. 
• The bank transfer receipt showing the payment of the first installment to the university. 
• A valid passport with at least one year remaining. 
• Visa fees (varies depending on time and location). 

The visa issuance usually takes around 2 to 3 days (varies from embassy to embassy). After obtaining the visa, you should book your flight ticket to Ercan Airport in Northern Cyprus. Upon arrival at Ercan Airport, you will be granted temporary residency for 30 to 90 days until the final residence permit is issued. 

You should ensure that your arrival in Northern Cyprus is well-ahead of the start of your studies to have sufficient time to complete other requirements before applying for the study visa in Cyprus, such as arranging accommodation, obtaining student health insurance, and finalizing the residence procedures. 

Study Visa in Cyprus 

After arriving in Cyprus with an entry visa, you must apply for the student residence permit at the Cyprus Migration Department. This residence permit allows you to legally reside and study in Cyprus for more than 90 days. The visa you received before traveling is an entry visa, not a study visa for non-EU/EFTA citizens. 

Upon arrival, you will also need to undergo medical examinations for Hepatitis B and C, HIV, Syphilis, and chest X-ray. 

To obtain the student residence permit in Cyprus, you need to submit the following documents to the Cyprus Migration Department: 

A Copy of your passport. 

Student residence permit application form. 

Your Cyprus entry visa. 

• Acceptance letter from one of the universities in Cyprus. 
• Your medical examination results. 
• Proof of your residency in Cyprus. 
• Proof of Cyprus health insurance. 

The Cyprus Migration Department will register your biometric measurements (biological measurements or physical characteristics that can be used to identify individuals, including fingerprinting, facial recognition, and retina scanning) and take your signature before issuing your student residence permit in Cyprus. 

Studying in Northern Cyprus 

The previous part of the article covered the essential points related to the steps for obtaining a student residence permit in Northern Cyprus. In the following section, we will present to you the most prominent universities in Northern Cyprus where you can apply for studies and the offered programs along with their tuition fees after discounts through "Turkey Campus." 

Eastern Mediterranean University  

Founded in 1979, Eastern Mediterranean University is an internationally recognized and government-supported university. It is ranked in the 501-600 range according to the Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 ranking. Here are the key programs and their tuition fees after applying through Turkey Campus: 

• Medicine (Joint program with Marmara University, Turkey), in English, with tuition fees of $22,900. 
• Dentistry, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of $17,291.60. 
• Pharmacy, in English, with tuition fees of $9,719. 
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering, in English, with tuition fees of $6,542.76. 
• Computer Engineering, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of $6,542.76. 
• Business Administration, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of $5,403.50. 
• Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of $8,193.75. 

Near East University 

Established in 1988, Near East University is located in Nicosia, the capital of Northern Cyprus. The university has been a pioneer in establishing faculties of human medicine and dentistry in Cyprus. Here are the key programs and their tuition fees after applying through Turkey Campus: 

• Human Medicine, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of €11,380. 
• Dentistry, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of €10,330. 
• Pharmacy, in English, with tuition fees of €4,240. 
• Architecture, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of €2,665. 
• Artificial Intelligence Engineering, in English, with tuition fees of €2,665. 
• Automotive Engineering, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of €2,665. 
• Graphic Design, in Turkish, with tuition fees of €2,665. 
• Translation and Interpreting, offered in both English and Turkish, with tuition fees of €2,665. 
• Radio, Television, and Cinema, in Turkish, with tuition fees of €2,665.

Bahçeşehir Cyprus University 

As a member of the BAU Global Education Network, which consists of various universities across multiple global cities like Istanbul, Washington, and Berlin, Bahçeşehir Cyprus University aims to provide students with equal-level academic opportunities globally. Here are the key programs and their tuition fees after applying through Turkey Campus: 

• Pharmacy, in English, with tuition fees of $3,100. 
• Software Engineering, in English, with tuition fees of $3,025. 
• Civil Engineering, in English, with tuition fees of $3,025. 
• Psychology, in English, with tuition fees of $3,025. 
• Management Information Systems, in English, with tuition fees of $2,665. 
• Political Science and International Relations, in Turkish, with tuition fees of $2,665. 
• Culinary Arts and Gastronomy, in English, with tuition fees of $3,025. 

There are still many universities, programs, and majors you can join. Check them out here! Guide to Study in Cyprus

Feel free to reach out to us if you have any inquiries about studying at universities in Northern Cyprus and to book your study seat at one of them. Be confident that Turkey Campus is the ideal place for education consulting and services in Turkey, offering information with integrity and professionalism. Our advisors will assist you in every step, from choosing the appropriate major to document translation, registration process, and residence permit issuance.