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Access to the General Healthcare System (GHS)

 

1. Registration as a Beneficiary in GHS

What you need to know
The General Healthcare System (GHS) offers universal and equitable access to quality healthcare services. If you are a Cypriot citizen and are permanently returning to Cyprus, you can register with the GHS regardless of your employment status. Your family members – spouse and children up to 21 years old – can also register. If you are an EU or third-country citizen, you will need a residence permit and an alien registration number (ARC).

What do you need to do?

Step 1:
See if you meet the criteria of Article 16 of the GeSY Law.

 

Step 2:
Register online via the official website:
 Registration in GHS for Beneficiaries

 

Step 3:
If you are a pensioner from another EU Member State, obtain the S1 form from the country that pays your pension.

 

Step 4:
Submit the S1 to the Ministry of Health and then proceed with your registration with the GHS and the selection of a personal doctor.

 

2. How to register as a Healthcare Provider with GHS

 

What you need to know
If you are a healthcare professional and wish to offer services through GHSY, you must first register as an eligible beneficiary and then submit an application for registration and contract. The process is carried out through the Providers' Portal.

What do you need to do?

Step 1:
Ensure you have a valid Cypriot identification document (Identity Card or Alien Registration Certificate).

 

Step 2:
Register on the Provider Portal and complete the application electronically for the service you wish to offer:
 GESY Provider Portal

 

Step 3:
Print and sign the application you submitted electronically. Send it by courier to OAY along with all the required documents.

 

Step 4:
If your application is approved, you will be notified by email to sign a contract (if applicable).

 

Do you need more information?

  • In the event of a reassessment, proof of usual residence may be requested.
  • If you receive a pension from another EU country, your healthcare cover is provided through the S1 by the awarding country.
  • European or third-country nationals who are family members of a Cypriot pensioner must also secure an S1 before settling in Cyprus.

 

Useful links

 

Contact information

Health Insurance Organisation (HIO)
• T: +357 22017000
• Email: info@gesy.org.cy
• Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00–14:30

Registration Process for Health Professionals with the Relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and wish to practise medicine, you must first register with the Cyprus Medical Register and obtain a licence to practise medicine.. The Cyprus Medical Council (CΜC) is the competent authority responsible for all related matters, including registration, recognition of medical degrees and specialist qualifications, and approval for the establishment and operation of medical companies, following their prior registration with the Registrar of Companies.

If you submit a complete application together with all the required supporting documents, your application will usually be processed within 1–1.5 months for persons returning to Cyprus.

 

What do you need to do?

 

Step 1: Check whether you meet the requirements

 

You may apply to the Cyprus Medical Council if:

 

  • You are a Cypriot citizen, a citizen of an EU Member State, or the spouse or child of a Cypriot or EU citizen.

 

  • You hold a medical degree listed in Annex V, Section 5.1.1 of Directive 2005/36/EC.

 

  • If you hold a medical degree from a third country, it must be recognised by KY.S.A.T.S. (http://www.kysats.ac.cy) or an equivalent European Body.

 

  • If you have practised your profession for at least three consecutive years in an EU Member State during the five years preceding your application, recognition by KY.S.A.T.S. may not be required, provided that you submit the relevant certificate.

 

  • If you hold a specialist qualification, it must comply with Annex V, Section 5.1.3 of Directive 2005/36/EC or, in the case of qualifications obtained in third countries, with the applicable Regulatory Acts CD P357/2003. of the Directive or the Regulatory Acts CD P357/2003 (for third countries)

 

  • You have knowledge of the Greek language at C1 level, or hold an equivalent certificate.

 

Step 2: Complete the application form

Download and complete the appropriate application form from the Cyprus Medical Council website:

Applications of the Cyprus Medical Council

 

Step 3: Gather the required supporting documents

Collect all the supporting documents required for your application, as listed below.

 

Step 4: Pay the applicable fees

Pay the fees:

 

  • €300 for registration in the Medical Register
  • €200 for recognition of a specialist qualification, where applicable

 

Step 5: Submit your application

Submit your completed application and all supporting documents by post, courier, or in person to:

 

Medical Council of Cyprus

Ministry of Health

1 Prodromou & 1 Cheilonos
1448 Nicosia, Cyprus

 

What supporting documents will you need?;

  • A copy of your identity card or passport
  • A Certificate of Citizenship, or proof of your relationship to a Cypriot or EU citizen if you are applying as a spouse or child
  • Your medical degree
  • If your degree was obtained outside the EU, evidence that it has been recognised by KY.S.A.T.S. or another competent authority
  • If your degree was obtained in an EU Member State, evidence that it falls within the scope of Directive 2005/36/EC
  • If applicable, your specialist qualification and evidence of the duration of your specialist training
  • Certificates of professional status/good standing from all countries in which you have practised
  • Your professional licence to practise issued by another country
  • Your Curriculum Vitae (CV), including an explanation of any employment gaps exceeding five months
  • A certificate confirming knowledge of the Greek language at C1 level, or an equivalent certificate. Knowledge of Greek is required in order to practise medicine in Cyprus, in accordance with the applicable European legislation. 
  • Certificate of Greek language knowledge (level C1 or equivalent). Knowledge of the Greek language is necessary to be able to practise medicine in Cyprus, in accordance with European legislation.

 

What else do you need to know?;

 

  • If you hold a medical degree obtained outside the EU, recognition by KY.S.A.T.S. is generally required, unless you qualify for an exemption based on professional experience within the EU.
  • For specialist qualifications obtained in third countries, compatibility with the applicable Cypriot requirements and standards must be established.
  • If you wish to establish a medical company, you must first be registered in the Medical Register and hold a licence to practise medicine.
  • The name of the medical company must include only the names of the participating doctors, in accordance with the applicable requirements.

 

Useful links

Cyprus Medical Board Website

Applications & Instructions

 

Contact information

 

Responsible Department / Contact Person:

Health Professionals' Registration Process with the relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and wish to practise as a dentist, you will need to register with the Cyprus Dentists' Register. The Dental Council is the competent authority for the recognition of your qualifications, registration in the Register, and the approval for the operation of dental companies. If you have submitted a complete file with all the necessary supporting documents, your application is usually examined within three months.

 

What do you need to do?

 

Step 1: Check whether you meet the requirements

Can you apply if:

  • Are you a Cypriot citizen, the spouse or child of a Cypriot citizen, or a citizen of an EU Member State?
  • Do you have a degree in Dentistry that is included in Annex 5.3.2 of Directive 2005/36/EC, or has it been recognized by KYSATS or an equivalent European authority?
  • You have a clean criminal record.
  • Do you hold a certificate of knowledge of the Greek language (level C1)

Step 2: Complete the appropriate application
Download and complete the application for registration or recognition of speciality from the website of the Dental Council. Carefully read the completion guide.

 

Step 3: Gather all the necessary supporting documents
(See details below)

 

Step 4: Pay the fees

£50 to submit an application
€300 for registration with the Dentists Register
€350 for recognition of a speciality (if applicable)

 

Step 5: Submit your application

By post or by hand to the Council's offices

 

Cyprus Dental Council

28th October 1, Egkomi Business Centre, Block B, Office 205

If it concerns company registration: electronically via the Council's email, in a PDF file

 

What supporting documents will you need? For everyone:

  • Degree/Diploma in Dentistry
  • Official Course Certificate (Transcript)
  • Birth certificate or identification
  • Clean criminal record (issued within the last 3 months)
  • Certificate of equality and equivalence from KYSATS or a European body (where required)
  • Professional licence (where required)
  • Proof of payment of €50 to the Dental Council's account

 

Additionally, for EU citizens or Cypriots working abroad:

  • Passport
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status
  • Certificate of knowledge of the Greek language (Level C1)
  • Professional practising licence and certificate of service duration (where required)

To register a Dental Company

  • Prerequisite: you are already registered on the Register of Dentists.
  • The company name must only include the dentist's name(s).

 

Required certificates:

  • Annual professional licence from the Pancyprian Dental Association
  • Proof of payment of €150 (marked «OEPE Registration / Company Name») to the Dental Council's account

Do you need more information?

The annual practicing license is issued by the Pancypriot Dental Association
The documents must be certified by the issuing authority, embassy or a lawyer in Cyprus (not by certifying officers).
Knowledge of the Greek language is essential
Applications are reviewed within 3 months.

 

Useful links

 

Contact information

  • Cyprus Dental Council
  • 28th October 1, Egkomi Business Centre, Block B, Office 205
    2414 Egkomi – P.O. Box 27898, 2434 Egkomi
  • Tel: 22819819 | 📠 22819815
  • cdcouncil@dental.org.cy
  • Monday–Thursday: 09:00–17:00 | Friday: 09:00–12:00
Registration Process for Health Professionals with the Relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and have studied or worked abroad, in order to practice your profession here, you must first register in the relevant Register of the Cyprus Nursing and Midwifery Council (CYNMC) and obtain a License to Practice. The Council is the competent authority that will assess your professional qualifications and proceed with your registration and the issuance of a license to practice. The process may take- up to a maximum of 3 months. A license to practice is subject to renewal on a four yearly basis.

 

What do you need to do?

Step 1: Download and complete the correct application form, depending on your education:

  • General Nursing
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Midwifery

Step 2: Read the instructions carefully and gather all the necessary documents (see details below).

Step 3: Pay the registration fee (€35) to the Council's account.

Step 4: Send your application by registered post or to the address:

Registrar, Cyprus Council for Nursing and Midwifery

Ministry of Health

Prodromou 1 and Chilonos 17,

1448 Nicosia, Cyprus

 

What documents will you need:

 

For General Nursing (All copies must be Certified or True copies of the original document)

  • Completed application form
  • Copy of degree/graduation certificate
  • Original clear criminal record
  • Copy of valid passport or ID
  • Two identical passport type photographs
  • Proof of payment of €35
  • If you are moving from another EU Member State:
  • Copies of registration and license to practice certificates
  • Confirmation of clinical practice and payroll from the employer
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status

 

For people coming to the Republic of Cyprus for purposes of work from another EU Member State:

  • Certified copies of certificates of registration and license of professional practice from the country of education.
  • Clinical Practice Documentation (Employer Confirmation)
  • Payroll documentation
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status

 

For Psychiatric Nursing

  • All that applies to General Nursing. Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training
  • Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training

 

 For Midwifery

  • All that applies to General Nursing. Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training

 

Also:

  • Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training
  • Certificate of birth completion or
  • Diploma supplement (original or certified)

 

What else you need to know: 

  • Knowledge of the Greek language is essential for the practice of the profession.
  • The forms are drafted in simple language with full instructions.
  • Documents originating from other countries must be translated or certified. Documents in the Greek or English language do not have to be translated. If original documents are submitted they can not be returned.

 

Contact information

 

Responsible Department / Contact Person:

 

Access to the General Healthcare System (GHS)

 

1. Registration as a Beneficiary in GHS

What you need to know
The General Healthcare System (GHS) offers universal and equitable access to quality healthcare services. If you are a Cypriot citizen and are permanently returning to Cyprus, you can register with the GHS regardless of your employment status. Your family members – spouse and children up to 21 years old – can also register. If you are an EU or third-country citizen, you will need a residence permit and an alien registration number (ARC).

What do you need to do?

Step 1:
See if you meet the criteria of Article 16 of the GeSY Law.

 

Step 2:
Register online via the official website:
 Registration in GHS for Beneficiaries

 

Step 3:
If you are a pensioner from another EU Member State, obtain the S1 form from the country that pays your pension.

 

Step 4:
Submit the S1 to the Ministry of Health and then proceed with your registration with the GHS and the selection of a personal doctor.

 

2. How to register as a Healthcare Provider with GHS

 

What you need to know
If you are a healthcare professional and wish to offer services through GHSY, you must first register as an eligible beneficiary and then submit an application for registration and contract. The process is carried out through the Providers' Portal.

What do you need to do?

Step 1:
Ensure you have a valid Cypriot identification document (Identity Card or Alien Registration Certificate).

 

Step 2:
Register on the Provider Portal and complete the application electronically for the service you wish to offer:
 GESY Provider Portal

 

Step 3:
Print and sign the application you submitted electronically. Send it by courier to OAY along with all the required documents.

 

Step 4:
If your application is approved, you will be notified by email to sign a contract (if applicable).

 

Do you need more information?

  • In the event of a reassessment, proof of usual residence may be requested.
  • If you receive a pension from another EU country, your healthcare cover is provided through the S1 by the awarding country.
  • European or third-country nationals who are family members of a Cypriot pensioner must also secure an S1 before settling in Cyprus.

 

Useful links

 

Contact information

Health Insurance Organisation (HIO)
• T: +357 22017000
• Email: info@gesy.org.cy
• Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00–14:30

Registration Process for Health Professionals with the Relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and wish to practise medicine, you must first register with the Cyprus Medical Register and obtain a licence to practise medicine.. The Cyprus Medical Council (CΜC) is the competent authority responsible for all related matters, including registration, recognition of medical degrees and specialist qualifications, and approval for the establishment and operation of medical companies, following their prior registration with the Registrar of Companies.

If you submit a complete application together with all the required supporting documents, your application will usually be processed within 1–1.5 months for persons returning to Cyprus.

 

What do you need to do?

 

Step 1: Check whether you meet the requirements

 

You may apply to the Cyprus Medical Council if:

 

  • You are a Cypriot citizen, a citizen of an EU Member State, or the spouse or child of a Cypriot or EU citizen.

 

  • You hold a medical degree listed in Annex V, Section 5.1.1 of Directive 2005/36/EC.

 

  • If you hold a medical degree from a third country, it must be recognised by KY.S.A.T.S. (http://www.kysats.ac.cy) or an equivalent European Body.

 

  • If you have practised your profession for at least three consecutive years in an EU Member State during the five years preceding your application, recognition by KY.S.A.T.S. may not be required, provided that you submit the relevant certificate.

 

  • If you hold a specialist qualification, it must comply with Annex V, Section 5.1.3 of Directive 2005/36/EC or, in the case of qualifications obtained in third countries, with the applicable Regulatory Acts CD P357/2003. of the Directive or the Regulatory Acts CD P357/2003 (for third countries)

 

  • You have knowledge of the Greek language at C1 level, or hold an equivalent certificate.

 

Step 2: Complete the application form

Download and complete the appropriate application form from the Cyprus Medical Council website:

Applications of the Cyprus Medical Council

 

Step 3: Gather the required supporting documents

Collect all the supporting documents required for your application, as listed below.

 

Step 4: Pay the applicable fees

Pay the fees:

 

  • €300 for registration in the Medical Register
  • €200 for recognition of a specialist qualification, where applicable

 

Step 5: Submit your application

Submit your completed application and all supporting documents by post, courier, or in person to:

 

Medical Council of Cyprus

Ministry of Health

1 Prodromou & 1 Cheilonos
1448 Nicosia, Cyprus

 

What supporting documents will you need?;

  • A copy of your identity card or passport
  • A Certificate of Citizenship, or proof of your relationship to a Cypriot or EU citizen if you are applying as a spouse or child
  • Your medical degree
  • If your degree was obtained outside the EU, evidence that it has been recognised by KY.S.A.T.S. or another competent authority
  • If your degree was obtained in an EU Member State, evidence that it falls within the scope of Directive 2005/36/EC
  • If applicable, your specialist qualification and evidence of the duration of your specialist training
  • Certificates of professional status/good standing from all countries in which you have practised
  • Your professional licence to practise issued by another country
  • Your Curriculum Vitae (CV), including an explanation of any employment gaps exceeding five months
  • A certificate confirming knowledge of the Greek language at C1 level, or an equivalent certificate. Knowledge of Greek is required in order to practise medicine in Cyprus, in accordance with the applicable European legislation. 
  • Certificate of Greek language knowledge (level C1 or equivalent). Knowledge of the Greek language is necessary to be able to practise medicine in Cyprus, in accordance with European legislation.

 

What else do you need to know?;

 

  • If you hold a medical degree obtained outside the EU, recognition by KY.S.A.T.S. is generally required, unless you qualify for an exemption based on professional experience within the EU.
  • For specialist qualifications obtained in third countries, compatibility with the applicable Cypriot requirements and standards must be established.
  • If you wish to establish a medical company, you must first be registered in the Medical Register and hold a licence to practise medicine.
  • The name of the medical company must include only the names of the participating doctors, in accordance with the applicable requirements.

 

Useful links

Cyprus Medical Board Website

Applications & Instructions

 

Contact information

 

Responsible Department / Contact Person:

Health Professionals' Registration Process with the relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and wish to practise as a dentist, you will need to register with the Cyprus Dentists' Register. The Dental Council is the competent authority for the recognition of your qualifications, registration in the Register, and the approval for the operation of dental companies. If you have submitted a complete file with all the necessary supporting documents, your application is usually examined within three months.

 

What do you need to do?

 

Step 1: Check whether you meet the requirements

Can you apply if:

  • Are you a Cypriot citizen, the spouse or child of a Cypriot citizen, or a citizen of an EU Member State?
  • Do you have a degree in Dentistry that is included in Annex 5.3.2 of Directive 2005/36/EC, or has it been recognized by KYSATS or an equivalent European authority?
  • You have a clean criminal record.
  • Do you hold a certificate of knowledge of the Greek language (level C1)

Step 2: Complete the appropriate application
Download and complete the application for registration or recognition of speciality from the website of the Dental Council. Carefully read the completion guide.

 

Step 3: Gather all the necessary supporting documents
(See details below)

 

Step 4: Pay the fees

£50 to submit an application
€300 for registration with the Dentists Register
€350 for recognition of a speciality (if applicable)

 

Step 5: Submit your application

By post or by hand to the Council's offices

 

Cyprus Dental Council

28th October 1, Egkomi Business Centre, Block B, Office 205

If it concerns company registration: electronically via the Council's email, in a PDF file

 

What supporting documents will you need? For everyone:

  • Degree/Diploma in Dentistry
  • Official Course Certificate (Transcript)
  • Birth certificate or identification
  • Clean criminal record (issued within the last 3 months)
  • Certificate of equality and equivalence from KYSATS or a European body (where required)
  • Professional licence (where required)
  • Proof of payment of €50 to the Dental Council's account

 

Additionally, for EU citizens or Cypriots working abroad:

  • Passport
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status
  • Certificate of knowledge of the Greek language (Level C1)
  • Professional practising licence and certificate of service duration (where required)

To register a Dental Company

  • Prerequisite: you are already registered on the Register of Dentists.
  • The company name must only include the dentist's name(s).

 

Required certificates:

  • Annual professional licence from the Pancyprian Dental Association
  • Proof of payment of €150 (marked «OEPE Registration / Company Name») to the Dental Council's account

Do you need more information?

The annual practicing license is issued by the Pancypriot Dental Association
The documents must be certified by the issuing authority, embassy or a lawyer in Cyprus (not by certifying officers).
Knowledge of the Greek language is essential
Applications are reviewed within 3 months.

 

Useful links

 

Contact information

  • Cyprus Dental Council
  • 28th October 1, Egkomi Business Centre, Block B, Office 205
    2414 Egkomi – P.O. Box 27898, 2434 Egkomi
  • Tel: 22819819 | 📠 22819815
  • cdcouncil@dental.org.cy
  • Monday–Thursday: 09:00–17:00 | Friday: 09:00–12:00
Registration Process for Health Professionals with the Relevant Registration Councils – Ministry of Health

 

What do you need to know?

If you are returning to Cyprus and have studied or worked abroad, in order to practice your profession here, you must first register in the relevant Register of the Cyprus Nursing and Midwifery Council (CYNMC) and obtain a License to Practice. The Council is the competent authority that will assess your professional qualifications and proceed with your registration and the issuance of a license to practice. The process may take- up to a maximum of 3 months. A license to practice is subject to renewal on a four yearly basis.

 

What do you need to do?

Step 1: Download and complete the correct application form, depending on your education:

  • General Nursing
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Midwifery

Step 2: Read the instructions carefully and gather all the necessary documents (see details below).

Step 3: Pay the registration fee (€35) to the Council's account.

Step 4: Send your application by registered post or to the address:

Registrar, Cyprus Council for Nursing and Midwifery

Ministry of Health

Prodromou 1 and Chilonos 17,

1448 Nicosia, Cyprus

 

What documents will you need:

 

For General Nursing (All copies must be Certified or True copies of the original document)

  • Completed application form
  • Copy of degree/graduation certificate
  • Original clear criminal record
  • Copy of valid passport or ID
  • Two identical passport type photographs
  • Proof of payment of €35
  • If you are moving from another EU Member State:
  • Copies of registration and license to practice certificates
  • Confirmation of clinical practice and payroll from the employer
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status

 

For people coming to the Republic of Cyprus for purposes of work from another EU Member State:

  • Certified copies of certificates of registration and license of professional practice from the country of education.
  • Clinical Practice Documentation (Employer Confirmation)
  • Payroll documentation
  • Certificate of Current Professional Status

 

For Psychiatric Nursing

  • All that applies to General Nursing. Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training
  • Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training

 

 For Midwifery

  • All that applies to General Nursing. Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training

 

Also:

  • Plus, the original clinical placement practice book during training
  • Certificate of birth completion or
  • Diploma supplement (original or certified)

 

What else you need to know: 

  • Knowledge of the Greek language is essential for the practice of the profession.
  • The forms are drafted in simple language with full instructions.
  • Documents originating from other countries must be translated or certified. Documents in the Greek or English language do not have to be translated. If original documents are submitted they can not be returned.

 

Contact information

 

Responsible Department / Contact Person:

 

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