29. What are the eligibility criteria for political parties to receive public funding?

Cyprus
Answer
- Representation in elected body
- Share of votes in previous election
- Registration as a political party
Comment
Funding is only available to political parties that are registered in the Register of Political Parties. Parliamentary and non-parliamentary parties receive funding for election expenses. Non parliamentary party should receive at least the 3 per cent of votes to be eligible for reimbursement.