BeforeTold she could pay her fees from part-time work
Hospitality in Limassol, funded honestly
Work rights for students in Cyprus are limited to set hours in named sectors. We built her budget as if she earned nothing.
Alisha Shah from Birgunj
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Study in Cyprus from Nepal
Study in Cyprus from Nepal, in the Republic, where your degree counts.
Cyprus suits students who want a low-cost European degree and can fund it without working. Tuition at Republic of Cyprus universities was €7,000 to €12,000 a year on our shortlists. Degrees from universities in the north (TRNC) are not recognised by the Republic or most of the EU. 92.5% of our 80 Cyprus files were approved in FY 2025/26.
- Only universities in the Republic, never the north
- Budget built as if you earn nothing
- Recognition checked before you pay
Quick numbers
Study in Cyprus
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- First-year cost
- about Rs 26.4 to Rs 35 lakh
- Tuition
- €7,000 to €12,000 a year
- Work in term
- Limited, named sectors
- Stay after study
- No dedicated route
- Intakes
- September, February
At Rs 171.38 per EUR, Nepal Rastra Bank, 18 Oct 2026. Living costs planned at €700 a month.
- students we have placed in Cyprus since 2009
- 410
- of our Cyprus visa files approved in FY 2025/26
- 92.5%
- Cyprus files we lodged last year
- 80
- partner universities and colleges in Cyprus
- 18
Our own files for FY 2025/26 (Shrawan 2082 to Asar 2083). 6 were refused; the reasons are on our About page.
Our proof
Nepali students we sent to Cyprus.
Low GPAs, long gaps, tight budgets, one earlier refusal. Every file below began with a free call and a straight answer.
BeforeThought Cyprus was a back door to Europe
Computer Science in Paphos, with an honest plan
We were blunt: a student permit for Cyprus is for Cyprus. If his real goal was Germany, we would plan Germany.
Milan Gurung from Lamjung
BeforeAn offer from a university in the north
BBA in Nicosia, Republic of Cyprus
Degrees from universities in the north (TRNC) are not recognised by the Republic of Cyprus or most of the EU. We showed him the difference on a map before anything else.
Sanjay Chaudhary from Bardiya
The short version
Cyprus in numbers.
Cyprus offers English-taught European degrees at low tuition, two intakes a year and a mild climate. It's a practical choice when the budget is tight.
Two things decide whether it's the right choice: study in the Republic, not the north, and fund it without part-time work.
The table has the rules; the process puts them in order, with every fee.
| Recognition | Choose a university in the Republic of Cyprus. Degrees from the north (TRNC) are not recognised by the Republic or most of the EU.Full guide |
|---|---|
| Tuition | €7,000 to €12,000 a year on our shortlists. |
| First-year cost | about Rs 26.4 to Rs 35 lakh, with living costs planned at €700 a month. |
| Money to show | Set by your university and the migration department; figures vary, so we read your letter with you. |
| English | Most programmes ask for IELTS 5.5 or 6.0. Many also run their own English test. |
| Permits | Your university applies for your entry permit. You get a temporary residence permit after you arrive. |
| Work while studying | Limited hours in named sectors only. Not something to plan your money on. |
| After you graduate | There is no dedicated post-study work visa. |
Living in Cyprus
Rent, food, work and weather in Cyprus.
Cheaper than most of Europe
We plan on €700 a month for living costs. Limassol costs most; Nicosia and Larnaca less.
| City | Rent (shared) | Food | Transport and phone | Total a month | In rupees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limassol | €400 to €600 | €200 to €260 | €30 to €50 | €630 to €910 | Rs 1.1 to 1.6 lakh |
| Nicosia | €320 to €480 | €190 to €250 | €30 to €50 | €540 to €780 | Rs 0.9 to 1.3 lakh |
| Larnaca | €320 to €470 | €190 to €250 | €30 to €50 | €540 to €770 | Rs 0.9 to 1.3 lakh |
| Paphos | €330 to €500 | €190 to €250 | €30 to €50 | €550 to €800 | Rs 0.9 to 1.4 lakh |
Working while you study
Student work is limited to set hours in named sectors, and the rules change. Don't count on it.
- Budget for your fees and living costs without part-time income.
- Some courses include paid placements as part of the programme.
- A Cyprus student permit does not let you work or study in other EU countries.
If you need part-time work to pay rent, Cyprus is the wrong country. We'll show you two that fit better.
Jobs after study
Hospitality, tourism, shipping and accounting are Cyprus's strongest fields. With no post-study work route, most of our graduates return to Nepal or move on to a master's elsewhere.
Daily life
Long hot summers, mild winters and English spoken widely. Life is quieter than in big European cities, and buses between cities are slow; many students live close to campus.
Free counselling
Planning Cyprus? Check recognition before you pay.
Your university's recognition and money letter, checked with you. You get a written plan the same day. Not useful? Walk away, no pressure.
A counsellor calls within 15 minutes
- 01A ranked shortlist built on your marks and your family’s budget
- 022 to 3 courses, each with its total cost in rupees
- 03Our commission on each option, in writing
Rather talk now? Call +977 1-5360000 or WhatsApp us.
Your timeline
Kathmandu to Cyprus, every step dated.
Cyprus has September and February intakes, and the entry permit takes 4 to 8 weeks. Plan 4 to 5 months ahead.
Read each row as a split of the work: your part, our part, the papers involved, and who gets paid.
Month 1
Free call and an honest read
- You
- Share your marks, budget and the job you want.
- We
- Check recognition first, then shortlist Republic universities only.
- Documents
- Transcripts, passport.
- Money
- Free.
Same day, by 8 pm
Your written plan
- You
- Pick 2 or 3 programmes.
- We
- Send each with tuition, recognition notes and our commission.
- Money
- Nothing yet.
Month 1
English test
- You
- Take IELTS, or the university's English test if it offers one.
- We
- Tell you which is cheaper and faster for your programme.
- Money
- IELTS about Rs 36,000, to the test centre.
Months 1 to 2
Applications
- You
- Write your statement with us.
- We
- Apply and check every page before it goes.
- Documents
- Transcripts, certificates, English score, CV.
- Money
- Rs 0 to us where the university pays commission. Application fees, if any.
Month 2
Offer and deposit
- You
- Accept and pay the deposit the university asks.
- We
- Read the offer and the money letter with you.
- Money
- Deposit to the university.
Months 2 to 3
Entry permit
- You
- Send the documents the university needs for your permit.
- We
- Check them against the migration department's list.
- Documents
- Bank statement, medical certificate, police clearance.
- Money
- Permit fees through the university.
Month 3
Visa and permit approval
- You
- Collect your approval and book flights.
- We
- Track the permit with the university.
- Money
- Rs 0 at this step.
2 weeks before you fly
Pre-departure briefing
- You
- NOC, forex and flights.
- We
- Brief you on the work limits, housing and residence permit steps.
- Money
- NOC Rs 2,000 online; flight about Rs 70,000 to 1.1 lakh.
First month
You land, and we call
- You
- Apply for your temporary residence permit and register with the university.
- We
- Call on day 1, week 1 and month 1, with your parents in the WhatsApp group.
What you'll pay, and to whom.
Our fee is a row in this table, next to the government and university fees. If it isn’t listed here, you don’t pay it.
| Fee | Amount | Paid to | When | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First call and written planOur fee | Free | Landed | Day 1 | Not applicable |
| Our service: applications and permit fileOur fee | Rs 0 (the university pays us 10% to 25% of first-year tuition, shown in writing) | Landed (paid by the university) | When you enrol | Not applicable |
| IELTS Academic | About Rs 36,000 | British Council or IDP | Before applying | No |
| Tuition deposit | Often €1,500 to €3,000 | University | After the offer | Usually, if the permit is refused (check the university's policy) |
| Entry and residence permits | Fees vary by university and permit | Migration department, through the university | Before you fly | No |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Rs 2,000 | Ministry of Education | Before any tuition leaves Nepal | No |
| Flight | About Rs 70,000 to 1.1 lakh one way | Airline | After the permit | Only on a flexible fare |
The paper trail.
Gather these in this order. A second counsellor reads every page before anything is lodged.
For your applications4
- Passport
- Every marksheet and certificate: SEE, +2, and bachelor's if you have one
- IELTS score, or the university's own test result
- CV and statement of purpose
For your money2
- Bank statement for the amount in your university's letter
- Sponsor's income proof and relationship certificate
For the permit and departure4
- Medical certificate and police clearance from Nepal
- Entry permit approval
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Proof of accommodation
Go deeper on each step.
Longer guides on the steps families ask about most, each checked against the official source on the date shown.
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After the visa
Your first weeks in Cyprus.
Your first month
Apply for your temporary residence permit with the university's help, open a bank account and register for health cover.
Your counsellor calls on day 1 and after week 1, with your parents on the same updates.
Study and work, honestly
Plan as if you'll earn nothing, because legally you may earn very little. Keep your permit renewal dates in your calendar.
After graduation
There's no dedicated post-study work route. Most of our graduates return to Nepal with a European degree, or use it for a master's in another country.
We stay with you
The same counsellor stays with you through year 1: permit renewals, a change of programme, or planning your next degree.
Honest fit
Should you choose Cyprus?
Good fit
Choose Cyprus if
- You want a recognised European degree at low cost.
- Your family can cover fees and living costs without part-time work.
- You want a February or September start.
An honest note
Look elsewhere if
- You've been offered a place in the north (TRNC).
- You see Cyprus as a way into other EU countries.
- You need to work to pay your fees.
Check recognition before you check the price. A cheap degree from the north can cost you the master's or job you went for. We only shortlist universities in the Republic of Cyprus.
FAQ
What families ask us about Cyprus.
Is a degree from Northern Cyprus recognised?
Degrees from universities in the north (TRNC) are not recognised by the Republic of Cyprus or by most EU countries. Choose a university in the Republic of Cyprus.
Can I work in Cyprus as a student?
Only limited hours in named sectors, and the rules change. Plan your budget without part-time income.
Can I move to another EU country from Cyprus?
Not on a Cyprus student permit. It covers Cyprus only.
How much does it cost to study in Cyprus?
Year 1 costs about Rs 26.4 to Rs 35 lakh on our shortlists: tuition of €7,000 to €12,000 plus living costs we plan at €700 a month, at the Nepal Rastra Bank rate of 18 Oct 2026.
What is your Cyprus visa success rate?
74 of the 80 Cyprus files we lodged in FY 2025/26 were approved: 92.5%.
Still unsure?
Start here
Your Cyprus plan, Republic universities only, by 8 pm.
Your university's recognition and money letter, checked with you. You get a written plan the same day. Not useful? Walk away, no pressure.
A counsellor calls within 15 minutes
- 01A ranked shortlist built on your marks and your family’s budget
- 022 to 3 courses, each with its total cost in rupees
- 03Our commission on each option, in writing
Rather talk now? Call +977 1-5360000 or WhatsApp us.
Sources, and how we wrote this
- Republic of Cyprus: Civil Registry and Migration Department, read 19 Oct 2026
- Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA), read 20 Oct 2026
Our own figures (files lodged, approvals, refusals, costs on our shortlists) are from our records for FY 2025/26. Rupee amounts use the Nepal Rastra Bank sell rate on the date shown. Official rules change: we recheck these sources every month and date every change. How we count our own numbers is on our About page.