Cyprus reports 4,021 deportations in 2026

According to official data from the Cyprus Police released on June 28, 2026, a total of 4,021 individuals have been repatriated or deported from the Republic of Cyprus since the beginning of the year. This figure includes individuals who were residing illegally in the country. The recent removals were conducted as part of a joint forced return operation organized by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, FRONTEX. This event marks the 10th such joint operation involving the Cyprus Police Aliens and Immigration Service (YAM) in 2026. Authorities state these actions reflect ongoing cooperation with European institutions regarding the management of irregular migration. No discrepancies were reported among the various sources regarding these statistics or the nature of the operations.