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Special Team Set Up for 'Mandatory' Deportations as Illegal Immigrants Refuse to Leave Cyprus

Published March 12, 2026, 10:12
Special Team Set Up for 'Mandatory' Deportations as Illegal Immigrants Refuse to Leave Cyprus

The Cypriot government is creating a special team from the Ministry of Justice and the Deputy Ministry of Migration to expedite the deportation procedures of illegal immigrants who refuse to leave the country, despite negative court decisions. The team will examine each case individually, ensuring legality and compliance with European regulations. The problem arises from the fact that some foreigners appeal to the courts to overturn deportation decisions, while in other cases the procedures are not followed correctly, resulting in court decisions not being effectively implemented. The team will aim to speed up procedures in cases where appeals have been dismissed. In addition, the plan for the release of foreign prisoners with simultaneous deportation is not progressing at the expected rate, concerning approximately 130 people.