Cyprus has a crime victim compensation program to provide financial compensation to
victims of violent crime.

Eligibility Requirements
Report to Police: Within 5 days after the crime.
Filing Period: As soon as possible; within 2 years.

Claimants

• Victims of crime
• Dependents of homicide victims
• Foreign citizens

Procedures

The claimant must file an application with the Director of Social Insurance.

The claimant will receive notification of the program's decision as soon as it is reasonably possible for the Director of Social Insurance to establish eligibility in accordance with the provisions of the law and upon the review of police and medical reports. Temporary disability allowances are paid for a period of 6 months.

Benefits & Award Limits

Compensation is awarded on a case specific basis.

Compensable Costs

• Medical expenses
• Hospitalization expenses in Public Institutions
• Lost wages
• Disability and Dependents Pension
• Funeral expenses

Emergency Awards

Information not available.

Funding Sources

Information not available.

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