The cost of hosting Ukrainian refugees in Cyprus has more than doubled in the past year, according to figures released by the Ministry of Finance.
The data, provided in response to a parliamentary question from DIKO MP Christos Orphanides, reveals an increase in expenditure in 2023 compared to 2022, primarily driven by higher hotel accommodation and food costs.
Breakdown of expenses
- Deputy Ministry of Tourism: €39.4 million (hotel accommodation and food)
- Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare: €3.9 million (Minimum Guaranteed Income)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs: €769,520 (humanitarian aid)
Total expenditure:
- 2022: €12.8 million
- 2023: €31.3 million
- Total (2022-2023): €44.1 million
The Ministry of Finance also noted that it received €6.7 million from the European Union in 2023 to partially cover the costs incurred by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism. No EU funding was received in 2022.
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