Cyprus
Congratulations on receiving a Fulbright grant! The resources on this page are designed to familiarize you with your host location and provide important context and information as you prepare to travel abroad. We encourage you to review the readings, websites, and logistical information offered by local contacts. Click the section headings below to display the information.
- Orientation Information
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As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) taking place from July 7 to 9, 2026. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.EUR@iie.org.
- Contact Information
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Embassy of the United States, Public Affairs Section
Metochiou & Ploutarchou Street
2407, Engomi
Nicosia, Cyprus
Website: https://cy.usembassy.gov/Point of Contact
Dr. Sondra Sainsbury, Education and Exchanges Specialist
Tel: +357 22 393939
Email: SainsburyS@state.gov
- Country Information
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- State Department Country Information – Cyprus
- State Department Country Travel Information – Cyprus
- Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
- Points of Contact
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Recent program alumni are an excellent resource for unofficial questions you may have about what it is like to be a grantee in country. Please see below some of our recent alumni who are happy to answer questions or provide advice prior to your grant.
U.S. Scholars and Students:
Dr. Devashree Gupta: dgupta@carleton.edu
Dr. I Kim Wang: iwang@suffolk.edu
English Teaching Assistants:
Ms. Heba Malik: hjmalik@umich.edu
Ms. Charlotte Cardarella: cvccardarella@gmail.com
Ms. Shama Tirukkala: shamatirukkala@gmail.com
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