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Things to know
Walkthroughs and checklists written by people who don't earn commission on your decision. Source-cited, dated, re-verified periodically.
APPLICATION7 min read
Public vs Private Universities in North Cyprus: A Reality Check
Almost every YÖDAK-recognised university in North Cyprus is private. Here's the one exception, why the confusion exists, and what it means for tuition, recognition and scholarships.
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SCAMS9 min read
The anti-scam playbook for studying in North Cyprus
Eight scam patterns we see in TRNC international student recruitment, plus how to verify any agent or offer in under ten minutes.
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PERMIT10 min read
Residence permit (ikamet) checklist for the first 30 days
What you do between landing in TRNC and filing your student residence permit. The 30-day window, the documents, the offices, the order.
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VISA11 min read
Student visa walkthrough — getting into TRNC for the first time
How the TRNC student visa actually works in 2026, what documents to assemble, the 12-week timeline, and what to do if you're rejected.
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