Choosing and planning to deliver your child in Cyprus ensures the continuity of follow-up and observation during the last stages of pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal periods. This is achieved, at all stages of pregnancy and childbirth, by having the same attending doctor, ensuring that optimal maternal and child care are reached. This approach is fundamentally different from the Russian standards, where all three stages associated with child birth, are performed not only by different doctors, but also by different organizations.
Duration of stay
The minimum period of arrival in Cyprus is at least two weeks before the expected delivery date provided that there are no problems with the flight.
You can decide about the duration of stay in Cyprus, although the first 90 days are considered critical. In case you wish to extend this period, you will require to apply for a residence permit which implies additional costs to ensure your stay on the island.
Check with your airline of choice about their requirements and procedures regarding flying during pregnancy. Standard requirements would involve a gestational age less than 36 weeks. The gestational age is defined to the airline by a Gynecologist providing you with a certificate confirming the pregnancy and its details.
Passport Questions
When a child is born in Cyprus, the birth certificate is issued by the Republic of Cyprus. Given this fact, it is at present possible for the child to obtain the Cypriot citizenship upon reaching the age of 18. A one-year Cyprus Army Service exempts boys from having to serve in the Russian army.
Provided that the child's father is physically present at the time of applying for the Russian citizenship at the Russian Embassy, it only takes fifteen minutes for the child to get his Russian citizenship. This procedure compares favourably with standard Russian.
Provided that the child's father is physically present at the time of applying for the Russian citizenship at the Russian Embassy, it only takes fifteen minutes for the child to get his Russian citizenship. This procedure compares favourably with standard Russian.
Insurance
When a pregnancy is pre-planned, it is possible to make arrangements for a health insurance to cover the cost of pregnancy management and childbirth. Having said that, the mother has to obtain medical coverage that includes future childbirth at least 12 months prior to pregnancy
It is highly advisable to purchase a medical insurance during your stay in Cyprus.
You can scan and send by email your test results and analysis. This will enable the medical team both to assess the risks of childbirth and save on possible future investigation needed for the expectant mother.