Accreditation for Meetings in Brussels and Luxembourg
For accreditation to cover meetings held in Brussels and Luxembourg, please visit the accreditation platform of the Council of the EU.
Accreditation for Informal Meetings in Cyprus
Accreditation for Informal Ministerial Meetings, high level and other media-accessible events during the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 is available exclusively through the official accreditation platform of the Cyprus presidency. Please, follow the instructions provided in the media user guide.
The platform will remain active for the entire Presidency and media representatives may request accreditation for any meetings they wish to attend. A separate accreditation request must be submitted for each meeting.
Suggestion: Early application is strongly recommended as processing may take up to 7 working days after the accreditation period ends.
There is also a specific application window which opens 5 weeks before a meeting and closes 2 weeks prior to it. During this window, media representatives, who have requested accreditation for a meeting are required to confirm their attendance by filling in the relevant transportation and accommodation details for that meeting on the said platform.
Collecting Accreditation badge/card
Accreditation cards can be collected at the Accreditation Point at the entrance of the Press Centre in Lefkosia.
To access the Press Centre without a printed badge, you must first present the digital confirmation of your approved accreditation at the initial security check.
Important:
Accreditation badges are personal and non-transferable.
In case of loss, please report immediately to [email protected]. Your badge will be cancelled and a new one may be issued after security clearance.
General accreditation enquiries: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the deadline for applying for accreditation?
The accreditation period closes 15 days prior to the event. Late applications cannot be accepted.
How can I check the status of my accreditation application?
Submitting your data does not guarantee accreditation. Accreditation is confirmed only when you receive an approval email, which may take up to 7 working days after the accreditation period ends.
What should I do if I lose my accreditation card?
Notify [email protected] immediately, using the subject line “Incident”.
Note that you may not enter the Press Centre without a printed badge.
How is my data processed?
All personal data is handled in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).