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         Can I work while studying?

There are limited job opportunities in North Cyprus and as per governmental regulations, students are allowed to work 20 hours per week as part time. Students will need to register to a university first and obtain a student permit. After that students will be required to obtain a part-time working visa along with the student visa. 
This is done with the help of the employer.  An agreement on behalf of the student is signed between the employer and the Work Permit Office.           

   How can my family visit me?

You will need to send your family a student letter issued by the university and an invitation letter.  On the date of arrival, it is advised to go to the airport with the documents: passport with the student permit stamp, student letter or student ID card. 

     What activities are available to do during the study free time?

§ TRNC is a place with the unique nature.  It is possible to watch up to 350 different species
  of bird in Cyprus. 
§  Between end of August and beginning of September people have an opportunity to observe
  turtle hatching.  North Cyprus is internationally renowned for its Caretta Caretta turtles. 
§  You will also have a chance for scuba diving.  You will find crystal-clear, unpolluted water
  where the marine life is still undisturbed.  However, please remember that Scuba Diving along
  the coasts of North Cyprus is not allowed on your own.  It is illegal to move any historical
  artifacts.
§  There is a bowling alley in Lefkosa (Nicosia).  That’s open until late.
§   There are cinemas in every city of TRNC.  They show recently released films mainly from the
   West.  Films are usually changed every week and are shown with their original soundtracks
   and Turkish subtitles.
§   The few karting circuits have become usual stops for the fans of the sport in recent
   years. Professionals, as well as, beginners, are frequent karting circuits in North Cyprus.
§     Hiking tours are available and are organized by a number of centers.  During the winter,
   the tour program is published at the beginning of every month explaining the route and
   where to meet etc.
§   There are several official camping sites areas which offer services.  However the more
    intrepid visitor may wish to venture out into the wild, where there are no such facilities. 
   There are no restrictions on such activities except that the lighting fire in forest areas is
    illegal.
§  There are several caves in North Cyprus that you are free to explore; such as the Hot Cave,
   Guvercinlik Cave, Incirli Cave, Gastro Cave, Execution Cave.
§   There are several stables offering horse riding lessons.  Some stables also allow customers to
   hire horses to take out.
§   There are many beaches which offer a variety of water sports ranging from water-skiing,
   parascending, wind-surfing and jet skiing.
§    Yacht and boat tours are available throughout the summer.  There are many vendors, so
    take time to find a suitable service.
§    Restaurants, bars & cafes, discos are also available for the students use.  

How can I get a health insurance?

All university students can obtain a health insurance from the TRNC Ministry of Health.  The fee of such insurance is 50 USD and it is valid for one year.  The insurance cards are issued by the Ministry of Health.  This card allows students to get the following facilities free of charge:
·   All emergency facilities that are provided by the public hospitals.
·   Medical check-up (X-ray and blood tests); from the policlinics (MRE tomography medicine
   excluded).
·    Dental services.
·     Medical surgery at all public hospitals and all medicines in case the student
   stays in the hospital.