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Court Rejects Indian National's Release Request in Cyprus

Published March 18, 2026, 08:11
Court Rejects Indian National's Release Request in Cyprus

The Court rejected a request for the immediate release of an Indian national detained in Cyprus, ruling that his detention remains lawful within the framework of deportation proceedings. The applicant, who entered Cyprus in 2015 on a student visa, attempted to secure the right to reside through marriages with Romanian citizens, but the authorities questioned the authenticity of these marriages. Despite the initial issuance of a five-year residence permit, his stay was deemed illegal after its expiration, while criminal cases were pending against him, including arson. His arrest led to a detention and deportation order, which, despite legal challenges, was ultimately upheld. The Court emphasized that the detention is not unlawful due to its duration, but lawful within the deportation process, while reiterating the importance of Habeas Corpus as a guarantee of personal freedom.