How to write a CV in English for jobs in North Cyprus (with example)
· KıbrısCV
Most employers in tourism, education, real estate and casinos in North Cyprus expect a CV in English. A good one is short, clear and results-focused. Here are the sections, an example and phrases you can reuse.
Sections of an English CV
- Contact details: name, phone, email, city — no date of birth or marital status needed.
- Profile: 2–3 sentences on who you are and the job you want.
- Work experience: newest first, with 2–4 achievements per role.
- Education, Languages (with levels) and Skills (e.g. Opera PMS, POS, driving licence).
Example: hotel front office
Profile: Friendly front office agent with 3 years of experience in 5-star hotels. Fluent in English and Turkish, basic Russian.
- Checked in and out up to 120 guests per shift using Opera PMS.
- Raised review scores from 8.4 to 8.9.
- Trained 4 new team members.
Mistakes to avoid
- Word-for-word translations of a Turkish CV.
- Unnecessary personal data such as ID numbers.
- More than 2 pages.
- Overstating your language level.
On KıbrısCV your CV is built from your profile and can be downloaded as a PDF. See also our CV guide.
This guide is for information only and is not legal advice. Rules can change; check with the relevant official body before acting.