Even though Cyprus has a much smaller community of Indians compared to other western countries, the community boasts over 7250 Indians primarily in the field of ICT (Information, Communication, Technology) and shipping industry.
A large number are employed in various offshore companies.
The multi-national company Amdocs maintains an office in Limassol which currently employs over 250 Indian software programmers.
[2] The community also includes many students who have come to Cyprus to pursue higher studies.
[3][4] The population has grown almost ten-fold since 1997, when there were barely 300-400 long term Indians present.