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Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
The Department of Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver (DRCOR) is the competent authority in Cyprus for keeping the register of Patents, Trade Marks and Industrial Designs. As Cyprus is a signatory of both the European Patent Convention (EPC) and the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), the DRCOR acts as a receiving office of European and International applications. National patents are granted according to the Cyprus Patent Legislation....
Career Development
Researchers have to look first at what the host organisation could offer to them. Some universities / academic institutions in Cyprus have a Career service unit/ centre, mainly aiming at supporting students and graduates in their career development. From time to time there are also career development training courses organised in Cyprus. RESEARCH ORGANISATIONS IN CYPRUS
Medical Care
Medical care is provided by the government medical services and the private medical sector. The government medical services can be used by anyone who chooses to be treated at a public medical institution. The government medical services provide treatment free of charge or at reduced charges for certain groups of individuals. More information can be obtained from the Ministry of Health. Emergency care is provided free to all persons who arrive at...
Health insurance
If you’re planning to work in Cyprus, you will be covered by Cyprus social insurance. EU pensioners also qualify for Cyprus Social Insurance cover. All other residents must have private health insurance. Cyprus Social Insurance The Cyprus social insurance scheme is compulsory for all those working in Cyprus. It provides pensions and benefits in all areas of social security and is financed by contributions from employees, employers and the state...
Entry conditions/visas
As a member of the EU, under community laws EU nationals have the right to enter the country with an identity card or valid passport and to seek work. For non-EU nationals, employment permits have to be obtained before entering Cyprus. The nationals of many non-EU countries do not require a visa to enter Cyprus for a stay not exceeding three months. Details of visa-exempt countries and visa application procedures are available on the Ministry of...
Day care, schooling & family related issues
The Republic of Cyprus wishes to ensure that children who come to live in Cyprus from other EU and/or Associated Countries as well as Third Countries are able to continue their education. Hence, family members of Incoming Researchers are entitled to education in the State Educational Institutes, as are Cypriot citizens. The Ministry of Education and Culture (in Greek) is the competent body to approach for help about finding a school (Tel. +357...
Banking
Information about Banks Operating in Cyprus can be found at the Central Bank of Cyprus website. You may then contact or visit branches of Banks to acquire information opening accounts, receiving loans, etc. A list of investment and ancillary services offered by each bank is available at the following link: http://www.centralbank.gov.cy/nqcontent.cfm?a_id=10828
Accomodation
To rent or purchase an apartment or residence the usual way is by searching through the local newspapers and specialized press, as well as websites, and using the provided contact details of the owners. Estate Agents are also a good source, but you must consider that a commission fee will apply accordingly. The Cyprus Association of Estate Agent Entrepreneurs (TEL +357 22 88 97 59, EMAIL mesitwn@cytanet.com.cy) and the Estate Agent...
About Cyprus
Cyprus: An Overview The island of Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea after Sicily and Sardinia with a total area of 9,251 sq. kms. It is situated at the north-eastern end of the East Mediterranean basin at a distance of 300 km north of Egypt, 90 km west of Syria and 60 km south of Turkey. The Greek mainland is some 800 km to the west. The island’s population is approximately 789,300 (2007 figures), of which the 77,8% are...
Departure conditions & Formalities
If you plan to leave Moldova several things you should keep in mind: Arrange arrival formalities in the host country Arrange departure formalities with your organisation/university Let the local authority know that you will be leaving Close your bank account Cancel utility services – internet, cable, telephone, water, light etc. Contact your host to terminate your rental contract Hope you enjoyed your stay here!