Cyprus Travel Advice

Entry requirements differ by country. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office issues country specific travel advice including Health, Visa and Vaccination requirements.

You can access the FCDO advice for Cyprus please read the most up to date FCDO advice available here https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cyprus

Entry requirements

• General: You are advised to always check up-to-date entry requirements with the Cyprus High Commission in the UK.

Passport validity

• Your passport needs to be issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country.
• It should be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave.
• Contact the Cyprus High Commission if you think that your passport does not meet both these requirements.
• If needed, you can Renew your passport.

Visa requirements

General

• A visa is not required for a visit to Cyprus for up to 90 days for tourism, visiting friends or family, attending business meetings or short-term study.
• For a longer stay or different reasons for visiting, check with the Cyprus High Commission.
• There is separate guidance on Visas and permits to work in Cyprus.
• Overstaying your visa might result in questioning at the airport on exit, being put on a ‘stop list’ and being refused entry for up to 5 years.

COVID-19 rules

• Countries may restrict travel or bring in rules at short notice. Always check with your travel provider for changes
• There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travelers entering Cyprus.
• If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You might also need to get treatment.
• You should also read TravelHealthPro’s general COVID-19 advice for travellers.

Customs rules

• There are strict Customs rules in Cyprus. You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries.
• There are specific controls on quantities and types of goods that can be bought in the north of Cyprus and taken to the south of the island.
• Violating these rules can result in confiscation and fines.

Vaccination requirements (other than COVID-19)

• At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Cyprus guide.

Irish Passport Holders

Please note that this information is for British Passport holders only. If you hold an Irish passport then please visit the Department of Foreign Affairs for travel advice