Cyprus Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Cyprus: visa-free entry for up to 90 days within 180. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Cyprus visa at a glance
- Policy
- Visa-free entry
- Length of stay
- 90 days within 180
- Cost
- Free
- Passport
- Valid 3+ months beyond stay for Republic.
EU member but not yet Schengen – separate 90/180 stamp on entry. Northern (Turkish) Cyprus has separate rules.
Republic: Schengen-aligned, 90 days visa-free (UK/US/EU). Note: Not in Schengen area itself. North Cyprus: 90 days visa-free most nationalities but entering via north only may affect future Republic entry.
Customs allowances
Standard EU allowances in south. Declare cash over €10,000.
Prohibited items
Left-side driving. Military areas near Green Line – photography forbidden.
Frequently asked questions about Cyprus visas
Do I need a visa to visit Cyprus?
Visa-free entry applies for Cyprus: EU member but not yet Schengen – separate 90/180 stamp on entry. Northern (Turkish) Cyprus has separate rules.
How much does a Cyprus visa cost?
Entry to Cyprus is free under the current visa-free entry policy for eligible passports. There is no visa fee. Always check whether your nationality is eligible before booking flights.
How long can I stay in Cyprus?
The standard visa-free entry allows 90 days within 180 per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Cyprus require?
Valid 3+ months beyond stay for Republic.