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Cyprus deported 164 foreign nationals to ease prison overcrowding
Cyprus deported 164 foreign inmates and facilitated 479 other returns between 10 December 2025 and 20 January 2026, easing severe prison overcrowding and signalling a tougher stance on irregular migration. Businesses employing third-country nationals are advised to ensure full immigration compliance as enforcement intensifies.
EU Justice & Home Affairs Ministers meet in Nicosia to debate Schengen and returns
From 21–23 January, Cyprus hosts EU Justice and Home Affairs ministers to review migration-returns policy, Schengen expansion and border technology. The event doubles as a showcase of Cyprus’ readiness to join the passport-free zone later in 2026 – a move that would simplify travel for companies operating on the island.
‘Minds in Cyprus’ talent-repatriation roadshow to target US, UK and Greece
Cyprus will take its ‘Minds in Cyprus’ roadshow to the United States, Greece and the United Kingdom in 2026, aiming to convert strong diaspora interest – already over 600 applicants – into concrete returnee hires. Enhanced tax relief and family-friendly perks could ease recruitment headaches for companies needing experienced Cypriot talent.
Cyprus steps up migrant removals: 643 departures logged since mid-December
KNEWS confirms 643 migrant departures from Cyprus since 10 December, reflecting a government-wide push to couple compulsory deportations with EU-funded voluntary-return schemes. Heightened enforcement increases compliance risks for companies employing foreign workers.