Cyprus Healthcare System What Property Buyers Should Know

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High-Quality, Modern Care

Cyprus offers excellent healthcare, with both public and private systems providing modern facilities, well-trained staff, and services in English.

Public Healthcare – GESY

  • Cyprus introduced GESY (General Healthcare System) in 2019.
  • It’s a universal, affordable system covering most medical services.
  • Foreign residents with legal status and contributions can access GESY.
  • You choose your personal GP and get referrals for specialists.

Costs and Access

  • GESY has low co-payments (e.g., €6–€25 per visit).
  • Private care is available for faster access and broader options.
  • Private insurance is affordable (starting from ~€250/year).

Private Healthcare

  • Many foreign buyers choose private clinics for convenience and speed.
  • Top cities like Limassol, Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos have modern hospitals, international doctors, and multilingual staff.

English-Speaking Doctors

  • Most doctors and medical professionals are UK or EU-trained.
  • English is widely spoken—no language barrier for expats.

Ideal for Retirees

  • Cyprus is a popular retirement destination due in part to its accessible, low-cost healthcare.
  • Pensioners from the EU can transfer their healthcare rights.
  • Non-EU retirees can often access GESY if they become residents.

Medical Tourism Bonus

  • Cyprus is also known for medical tourism—from dental to fertility to cosmetic procedures at competitive prices.

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