FAQ IMMIGRATION THIRD COUNTRY NATIONALS
Family Reunification
1. What is GESY?
GeSY stands for the General Healthcare System of Cyprus and, is the Cyprus universal health insurance system, which aims at meeting the expectations of Cypriot citizens and eligible residents for equal access to treatment and provision of high-quality healthcare, by using, in the best possible way, all available resources.
2. Which requirements shall the original Letter of Guarantee satisfy?
The Letter of Guarantee should have duration of ten (10) years, to cover possible repatriation expenses in the name of the applicant from his/her own bank account. The amount of the Letter of Guarantee depends on the country of origin.
3. What should a health insurance cover?
The health insurance should be covering inpatient, outpatient and body transport costs.
4. How much does a health insurance cost?
It usually costs €180.
5. Which Documentation needs to be Officially Translated?
Documentation which is in any other language other than Greek or English, needs to be officially translated.
6. Which translations are concerned as Official Translations by the Immigration Department?
Translations made from Sworn Translators in Cyprus or by a Consular or Government Authority of the issuing country. Translations made from Sworn Translators in Cyprus, are usually more preferable.
7. Which Documentation need to be Duly Certified?
Public Documents issued in other countries, other than Cyprus, such as marriage certificate or children’s birth certificate, need to be duly certified.
8. Which certifications are concerned as Duly Certifications by the Immigration Department?
Certification by a Cyprus Embassy or Consulate in the issuing country will suffice.
Otherwise, Apostille certification, where the issuing country has signed the Apostille Convention, will also suffice.
9. How long does the examination of the application take?
The examination of the application usually takes place 9 months.
10. How long is a Family Reunification permit valid?
It is usually valid for one (1) year. After the expiration, the present Temporary Residence Permit can be renewed upon the submission of a relevant application and provided any further requirements are met.
11. Is a resident of Cyprus, able to invite a Third Country National for a visit in Cyprus?
Yes. A relevant hosting form shall be completed and submitted to the Immigration Department, together with an original letter of guarantee for a specific amount of money, depending on which country is the Third Country National from, and a copy of the third country national passport.