Honorary Consul of the Russian Federation in Paphos

Many Russian citizens living in Cyprus have had to deal with issues such as renewing their foreign passports, obtaining the necessary certificates, drawing up powers of attorney and resolving other matters that require a visit to the Russian Consulate in Cyprus.

However, everyone realises just how time-consuming this process can be.

Firstly, the Russian Consulate is only open from 9 am to 12 noon; secondly, if, for example, you need to obtain a document urgently or seek advice on a pressing matter, it is virtually impossible to do so quickly.

Appointments at the Russian Consulate in Nicosia are by prior booking only. And if you’re a tourist and have run into some trouble (for example, you’ve lost your documents in Cyprus and need a certificate from the consulate), such a visit could take up the rest of your holiday, which is already spoiled by these circumstances.

However, every problem in Cyprus has a solution. And we’d like to tell you about a man whose services you can use to avoid most problems and save yourself the time of travelling to Nicosia.

Mr Georgios Prodromou is a truly unique individual. He was born in Paphos, Cyprus, but his career has always been closely linked to the Soviet Union and, subsequently, to Russia.

In the late 1970s, he completed Russian language courses at Kyiv State University. He then trained at the Riga Institute of Civil Aviation, where he qualified as an engineer specialising in the operation of aircraft and engines. He has logged around 12,000 flying hours, and in 1994 he was awarded a Doctor of Technical Sciences degree for his work on flight safety issues.

His passion for his work is evident in the museum he has established, dedicated to the history of aviation. As the saying goes, ‘a talented person is talented in everything’.

Mr Prodromou achieved no less success in a new field when, after retiring from his flying career, he graduated from the Baltic International Academy with a degree in law and, in 2008, became a member of the Cyprus Bar Association. He is currently the owner and head of the law firm G. Prodromou Associates LLC.

Of particular value to our compatriots is the fact that Mr Prodromou, in addition to his legal practice, serves as the Honorary Consul of the Russian Federation in Paphos, which entitles him to provide Russian citizens—whether permanently resident in Cyprus or visiting the island as tourists—with a full range of services, on a par with those offered by the consular section of the Russian Embassy in Nicosia.

By contacting Mr Prodromou, Russian citizens can exchange their Russian foreign passports, renew their driving licences, and obtain powers of attorney and certificates issued by the Russian Consulate in Cyprus. This means they do not have to spend time queuing at the Embassy or travel to Nicosia. All documents can be submitted and collected directly at Mr Prodromou’s office in Paphos.

Furthermore, Mr Prodromou assists tourists who find themselves in a difficult situation on the island, being able to provide both legal representation and assistance from the Russian Consulate in Cyprus. This is also very important, as when faced with an unpleasant situation abroad, tourists may simply be at a loss as to where to turn first.

A definite advantage for Russian citizens is that the firm’s office is open from 8 am to 5 pm, and Mr Prodromou can be reached on his mobile phone in the event of a crisis requiring an urgent resolution. It is also possible to seek advice over the phone should you need any further information, for example, regarding pressing issues such as the latest changes to Russian legislation on citizenship and the requirement to declare dual citizenship or a residence permit.

Many of our compatriots will find it important that Mr Prodromou speaks Russian fluently, so you will have no difficulty in explaining your situation or receiving a response. Mr Prodromou can also provide advice on any matters relating to the protection of the interests of citizens and legal entities that are officially registered in Cyprus.