Cyprus
Country Profile
ACE Member Organisations
Cyprus Architects Association CAA
37, Con. Palaiologou str., 1015 Nicosia
Tel : + 357 22 672 887
http://www.architecture.org.cy
President: Alkis Dikaios
Head of Delegation: Alkis Dikai
The statistics are sourced from the The Architectural Profession in Europe 2024 Sector Study.
Access to the profession
| Academic training | 5 years |
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| Comments | |
| Entrance examination | |
| If yes How much time | 1 Year |
| Professional training needed? | Yes |
| Qualified as |
Continuous Professional Development
| Are certain subjects mandatory? | Yes |
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| Development of the trainings: A. Estimated number of courses/year B. Estimated number of participants/year C. Estimated lesson hours/year | N/A |
| Do you have a database of the content of your CPD programme? | No |
| Do you have any evaluation criteria for the CPD material? | Yes |
| Does a system of CPD for architects exists in your country? | Yes |
| If it is compulsory, is it required by law or by a Code of Conduct? | Code of Conduct |
| If it is regulated, who regulates the system: A professional body A governmental body A combination of the two? | professional body |
| If yes: Is it compulsory? Is it encouraged? Is it free? | Compulsory |
| Is it organised? | Yes |
| Is this required level validated or checked and how: A. Not requested B. Attendance tracking C. Attendance tracking D. Self-assessment using self-test E. By regular checks F. Examination G. Thesis H. Other means (e.g. electronic monitoring)? | attendance tracking |
| Is training (provision) delivered abroad accepted? | Yes |
| Level of requirements for the architects: | |
| What kind of sanction is applied for the non-compliance with CPD obligation: A. None B. Reprimand C. Expulsion from the register D. Other? | None |
| What level of training is provided: | high |
| What types of activities or provisions are accepted: | The ten topics have been defined in response to the skills our members need to practice architecture now and in the future: Architecture for Social Purpose Health, safety and wellbeing Business, clients and services Legal, regulatory and statutory compliance Procurement and contracts Sustainable architecture Inclusive environments Places, planning and communities Building conservation and heritage Design, construction and technology |
| Who provides the courses? | Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ΕΤΕΚ) |
| Who recognises (accredits) these trainings? | Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ΕΤΕΚ) |
Liability and insurance
| Are Architects obligation to carry insurance? | Yes |
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| Comments | |
| How are insurance premiums calculated? | Project types are a consideration for insurance companies in the premium. If your firm has condos, that will increase the premium and some companies won’t provide quotes based on the percentage of condo projects. Most insurance companies rate more favorably for commercial projects rather than residential projects. |
| Insurances/Agents | |
| Legal Basis: what are the most commonly used Term and Conditions: | Under the ‘New Development Licensing Policy’ which came into effect from 1 October 2020, a new fast-track process has been created for applications for planning permission and building permits for dwellings up to a semi-detached/ two dwelling units on a plot of land or a plot under construction. The main condition for the implementation of this new procedure is that the designers (architects/engineers) submitting the studies must have appropriate professional liability insurance, to which end a certificate will be issued by the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber. The scope of the insurance and the minimum acceptable terms and conditions are as follows: Services covered: All services which the natural person provides and for which he he/she is licensed by the CSTC (ETEK) Definition of insured person: the natural person and his staff Definition of Coverage: Insurance Coverage against Civil Liability for Professional Negligence or Omission (Errors and Omissions) in the provision of the Services Minimum Limit of Cover: €300,000 per claim and per period of insurance including costs and interest Retroactive Effective Date: not applicable, retroactive effect from the date of the first application is recommended under the new licensing framework Geographic Boundaries: Republic of Cyprus (areas controlled by the Republic of Cyprus) Law/Jurisdiction: Cyprus / Republic of Cyprus Courts Maximum acceptable deductible: 5% of the annual turnover declared to the insurance company Minimum notice for cancellation or non-renewal: 60 days Period of coverage: Annual |
| What are the requirements for obtaining insurance? | Legally registered Architecture/Engineering firms that have a valid certificate of registration from CSTC (ETEK) |
| What forms of Insurance contract exist: | Professional Responsibility Insurance (Mistakes & Failures) General Liability Insurance. Commercial Property Insurance. Cyber Liability Insurance. Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Business Interruption Insurance. |
Professional title
| Competent authority | Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ΕΤΕΚ) |
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| If yes, Where? | Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ΕΤΕΚ) |
| Mandatory Registration | Yes |
| Professional title | Yes |
| Protection of the function of Architects | Yes |
| Protection of the title “Architect” | Yes |
Requirements to practice
| What requirements must a European architect fulfill to practice in this country? | In order to practice the engineering profession in the Republic of Cyprus, one needs to register with the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK) and obtain an annual professional licence. |
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Traineeship
| Additional compulsory practical training – internship | Yes, 1 year |
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| Complementary professional education | No |
| Compulsory Professional examination | No |
| Compulsory professional experience (requirement for access to the professional examination) Where? To which conditions | Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ΕΤΕΚ) No |
| Evaluation method used | |
| Evaluation of the professional experience | |
| Model form of contract available | Yes |
| Number of hours per month required | 240 hours |
| Period of traineeship supervised (overseen) By who? | 1 year |
| Professional practice undertaken abroad taken into account | Yes |
| Remuneration of the professional experience | 650EUR |
| Requirement for undertaking compulsory professional experience as a requirement for access to the professional examination | No |
| Specific supplementary courses organised | No |
| Trainee accompanied | No |