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Revised Decree on Employment of Foreign Students from Third Countries

Published March 6, 2026, 12:16
Revised Decree on Employment of Foreign Students from Third Countries

The Federation of Employers and Industrialists (OEB) announced the issuance of a revised Decree regarding the employment of foreign students from third countries, published in the Official Gazette of the Republic on March 6, 2026. The decree specifies the sectors and professions in which students from third countries studying in Cyprus are permitted to work. A prerequisite for employment is the completion of the first academic semester and enrollment in the second. Specific documents are required for employment, including proof of enrollment, a work schedule, a copy of a residence permit, and an employment contract certified by the Department of Labor. The OEB calls on businesses to familiarize themselves with the new provisions and ensure compliance with the current legal framework.