Whether you are a teacher, a trainer, or a student, this website offers you all the information you need to know about the funds granted to Cyprus by the European Commission on lifelong learning programmes. Learn more on which of them you can benefit from and how you can do it.
The e-Gnosis Platform, of the Cyprus Productivity Center, offers vocational training and education programmes, digital skills, as well as assistance in professional development. As a worker or employee, you can increase your competitiveness and productivity. Find out more about how the service benefits you.
A platform for young people to exchange good practices, interests and experience. Find information about events, seminars, workshops and activities.
Get access to information about your rights and opportunities at the EU level. The objective of Europe Direct Nicosia - University of Cyprus is to engage with citizens and inform them about education and training opportunities.
Eurodesk provides free information on opportunities to travel, work, study and volunteer in Europe or participate in EU-funded programmes for young people up to 30 years old.
The European Social Fund+ supports Cyprus with funding for the programming period 2021-2027. On this portal, find more about the ESF+ and the initiatives and projects it funds.
European Social Fund+ (ESF+) - Πύλη Ευρωπαϊκών Ταμείων (eufunds.com.cy)
Find jobs, training opportunities and valuable labour market information and tips with EURES, the European cooperation network of employment services.
Europass provides free tools that make your competences and qualifications visible and understandable across Europe and beyond. Moreover, on the Europass platform you will find not only learning and job opportunities throughout Europe but also country-specific contact details and information on learning and working abroad. The Europass tools are your gateway to learning and working at home and abroad.
The Public Employment Services of the Department of Labour operate at central and district level, with four Labour Offices at the Districts of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Pafos and 2 sub-offices at Paralimni and Polis. Find your District Labour Office and find out about suitable employment through registration and placement services, as well as through the provision of vocational guidance and counseling on training opportunities.
In Cyprus, there is provision for parental leave and parental leave allowance, entitlement to carer's leave, absence due to force majeure and flexible working arrangements for working parents or carers, to balance/reconcile work and family life for employees, parents, or carers. On the website, you can find all the individual information for parents and carers.
The European Health Insurance Card gives you access to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 27 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland or the United Kingdom under the same conditions and at the same cost (free in some countries) as people insured in that country. Find out how you can apply for this free card.
Child benefit is granted to families who have had their legal and continuous residence, in the areas under the effective control of the Cyprus Government for at least the last five years before the submission of the application. On their website, you can find out how to apply.
Maternity allowance is paid to women who are expecting a baby, have adopted a child with their husband, or have had a child through surrogacy. This includes insured employees, self-employed and voluntarily insured women working for a Cypriot employer overseas. The allowance is provided for the first 12 years after the child’s birth. Find out how you can apply.
Maternity allowance is paid to women who are expecting a baby, have adopted a child with their husband, or have had a child through surrogacy. This includes insured employees, self-employed and voluntarily insured women working for a Cypriot employer overseas. The allowance is provided for the first 12 years after the child’s birth. Find out how you can apply.
The Gender Equality Committee in Employment and Vocational Training implements the principle of the Equal Treatment of Men and Women concerning vocational guidance, education, training and employment. On their website you can find the available programmes.
The Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights (Ombudsperson was established in 1991 as an independent Incumbent, responsible for individual complaints concerning maladministration, misbehaviour and human rights violations by state authorities or officers. It acts as an Equality Body among others, promoting equal treatment between men and women and combating discrimination in all fields, such as sex, race, language, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, etc.
Cypriots and EU nationals with disabilities residing in Cyprus (areas under the effective control of the Government of Cyprus) for at least 12 months before the application as well as recognised Refugees or Refugees with Supplementary Protection Status with disabilities can apply for Department’s social benefits. Income-based criteria do not apply for the provision of these benefits. Learn what are you entitled to and how can you claim.
The Minimum Guaranteed Income programme ensures that no household has to face the risks of poverty and social exclusion. Find out how to access the help you need and the processes to follow.
The Allowance for Pensioners on Low Incomes scheme provides social protection in case your pension or income do not allow you to afford a decent living standard. If you find yourself in this situation, you can find everything you need to apply by clicking on the link below.
The Unemployment Benefit programme is a branch of the social security scheme. It ensures you have a source of income while you’re unemployed or on a prolonged search for work. Discover how you can benefit.
This Social Pension initiative helps senior citizens who were not able to prepare for retirement. Learn whether you are eligible and how you can benefit.