In Cyprus, people with specific life-threatening cancers, like laryngeal cancer, tumours of the central nervous system, or those on permanent tracheostomies, are legally classified as vulnerable consumers. They are entitled to special reduced electricity rates through https://www.eac.com.cy/EN/RegulatedActivities/Supply/tariffs/Pages/Beneficiaries-of-tariff-code-08.aspx known as Tariff 08.
Tariff 08 is a subsidized electricity rate that is roughly 20% cheaper than standard residential rates. It also protects you from having your power disconnected during critical periods.
How to Qualify for Tariff 08
To qualify, you or a person living permanently with you
must suffer from a qualifying critical medical condition. The medical necessity
must be certified and submitted to the Health Insurance Organization (HIO) or
the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare.
How to Apply
- Download the Tariff
08 Application Form from
the Electricity
Authority of Cyprus (EAC) website.
- Fill out the application and gather the
required medical certificates.
- Submit the form in person at any EAC
Customer Service Centre
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