Cyprus travel restrictions
| Airlines Updates | 10.08.2020 Cyprus Airways for the remainder of summer 2020 season schedules 6 routes to/from Larnaca, including 2 seasonal service. As of 06AUG20, planned operation for the period of 01AUG20 – 24OCT20 as follows. Additional changes remain highly possible. Larnaca – Athens 7 weekly Published on 29.07.2020 Published on 20.07.2020 12.06.2020 Larnaca – Athens eff 09JUN20 5 weekly A319 (1 daily from 22JUN20) |
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| Movement restrictions | National movement restrictions: Partially bannedRestrictive measures mandatory between 28 February 2020 to 21 May 2020 The maximum number of persons allowed to attend social gatherings at home and/or in public places (physical presence in the same premises/installation regardless of indoor and outdoor areas), increases from 150 to 250 persons for outdoor spaces and from 75 to 100 persons in indoor spaces. More than 2 1/2 months following its implementation, the special hours set at supermarkets and pharmacies for vulnerable groups are no longer in effect as of today, June 9, as per the Health Ministry’s latest decree. The Cyprus Association of Retail Trade Enterprises said on Tuesday in an announcement that “based on the latest decree by the competent ministry, the measure to exclusively provide service to vulnerable groups, people aged 60 and above and people with disabilities from 7 am to 10 am no longer applies as of today, June 9, 2020. The Republic of Cyprus is ready as of 8 June 2020 to allow the movement from and to the areas controlled by the Republic of Cyprus, for the following categories of persons, provided that they will present on the – All restrictions of the movement of citizens are lifted – scrapping of SMS requirement and scrapping of 10 pm to 6 am curfew (from May 21) From 4 May the number of permitted movements within a day by sending SMS increase to three. Ban on movement remains in place from 10.00 p.m. to 6.00 a.m. Movement over Easter: All events, gatherings organized as part of Easter traditions are prohibited as are any events or gatherings in the surrounding areas of places of worship. The illegal regime in Turkish-held northern Cyprus decided on a one-week entry ban through checkpoints to UK peacekeepers and foreign diplomats. The lockdown in Cyprus is to be extended until the end of April. Furthermore, as from 31st March 2020 at 6 a.m.: Gatherings of people at any residence are prohibited, other than of permanent residents. International movement restrictions: Partially bannedRestrictive measures mandatory between 12 June 2020 to TBD The Health Ministry on Tuesday issued a revised list of countries regarding their epidemiological risk as regards coronavirus for travel purposes, moving Serbia from Group B to Group C and Australia from Group A to Group B. The new list is effective as of July 16. With airports now in the second phase of their operation, the deputy tourism ministry has updated its COVID-19 destination protocol. Turkish Cypriot regime opens five checkpoints From 12 June avoid non- essential travel to all Countries except those listed in Categories A (Malta, Greece, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania, Croatia, Estonia, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Latvia, Luxembourg) and B (Israel, Poland, Romania), according to the epidemiological risk assessment conducted by the Ministry of Health. The lockdown in Cyprus is to be extended until the end of April. Prohibiting all passenger flights. Anyone entering the Republic of Cyprus (in addition to the conditions announced on 13 March) will need to be in possession of a certificate that they have been tested for COVID-19. The certificate should have been issued in the last four days before their arrival to Cyprus. Even in this case, everyone entering the Republic will be placed in quarantine for 14 days at government-administered facilities. |
| Flight Restrictions | published 28.08.2020 Entry restrictions for passengers who arrive from or have been in Italy Entry restrictions Entry restrictions for passengers who arrive from or have been in Austria, Belgium, China, Czechia, Denmark, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, Monaco, Poland, Portugal, Rwanda, San Marino, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vatican City State |
| Quarantine | Self-isolation at own accommodation- subject to category. Countries are divided in 3 categories, based on epidemiological criteria and data: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). |
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| Certification | COVID-19 negative certification required for entering the country. Travelers arriving from countries under category “B” will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure. |
| Vaccination | Yellow fever (2019) |
| Shop and Events | Non-essential shops closure: Partially closedRestrictive measures mandatory between 15 March 2020 to 01 June 2020 The Mall of Cyprus and Nicosia Mall welcomed on Tuesday their first customers since mid-March after Cyprus further eased measures put in place to curb the spread of the pandemic. They announced that hotels will reopen on June 1. – Museums, archaeological, and historical sites will reopen (from June 1). The epidemiological situation permitting, May 21 will see the lifting of all restrictions on movement of citizens. From4 May under the terms and conditions included in the relevant instructions and protocol of the Minister of Health: restrictions in the manufacturing sector and in all related business activities which support this sector are lifted. All businesses in retail trade, except commercial centres and big department stores, can start operating. Flee markets, street vendors and bazaars can open for business. Tourist offices and tourist agents can start working again. All, excluded kiosks and catering (catering only on April 19), must close on April 19 and 20 (Easter Sunday and Monday) including electronic and telephone sales. The lockdown in Cyprus is to be extended until the end of April. The following retailers will remain closed every Sunday: All food and beverage retailers (e.g. supermarkets, grocery stores, butchers, fish markets, bakeries, confectioneries, fruit shops, liquor stores). Events stop: BannedRestrictive measures mandatory between 27 August 2020 to 31 July 2020 Maximum number of persons at cultural and political events should be 350 under the compulsory obligation of being seated Home weddings and christenings with over 50 guests only with prior approval by Health Ministry Measures to contain the spread of covid-19 in Limassol are the following: The maximum number of persons allowed to attend social gatherings at home and/or in public places (physical presence in the same premises/installation regardless of indoor and outdoor areas), increases from 150 to 250 persons for outdoor spaces and from 75 to 100 persons in indoor spaces. In each case the social distancing measure of 3 sq. m. for indoor spaces and 2 sq. m. for outdoor spaces per person remains in force, regardless of the area of each establishment. Concerts, cultural and music festivals attract large crowds of people and authorities are considering whether to allow them after July 14 Movement over Easter: All events, gatherings organized as part of Easter traditions are prohibited as are any events or gatherings in the surrounding areas of places of worship. The lockdown in Cyprus is to be extended until the end of April. Closure of parks, children?s play areas, open sport facilities, squares, dams, excursion sites, marinas and beaches |
| Schools/Univercity closure | Schools/Univ. closure: Partially closedRestrictive measures mandatory between 13 March 2020 to 24 June 2020 Mask use mandatory on school buses in light of covid pandemic Schools to open on September 7, combination of teaching under review. Education Ministry in Cyprus is considering a combination of teaching with both physical presence at schools as well as distance learning programmes. The epidemiological situation permitting, May 21 will see the lifting of all restrictions on movement of citizens. 11 May: return to public and private schools in secondary education. To be instead defined for all other educational levels. |
| Other | Other: partially closed/partially cancelledRestrictive measures mandatory between 15 March 2020 to 09 June 2020 Review of the directive for mandatory use of face masks by the general population. the use of a protective mask is made compulsory for the general population, aged 12 years and above, in indoor areas where there is an increased gathering of people, as these areas have been defined in announcements by the Ministry of Health. It is clarified that the use of face-mask in indoor areas with increased public gathering is optional for children aged 6 to 12 years. Decree on mandatory use of protective mask is extended Limassol takes additional measures to deal with the pandemic: 1. Intensification of spraying in both municipal and public areas as well as areas that constitute hearths of outbreaks of the virus (ie. bus stops, garbage cans, etc); 2. Suspension of operation of playgrounds in the Molos Embankment, in the Municipal Gardens and in the public squares of Anagennisi and Filellinon; 3. Measures to regulate pedestrian traffic in the Molos Embankment with signs and a dividing strip for pedestrian traffic; 4. Very strict measures and meticulous supervision in all open public events of the Municipality with application of all measures provided in the relevant protocols; 5. Very strict surveillance of street markets. Ministry publishes protocols for children’s play areas Ministry eases rules on number of swimmers in pools: outdoor pools can have one swimmer for every 2.5 square metres of surface water and for indoor pools, one for every five square metres. Under the revised rules that come into effect tomorrow, the social distancing requirement remains in force. However, establishments can now serve a maximum of 100 people inside and 200 people outside. They cannot serve more, even if they have the space required by the distancing rule, the ministry clarified. The ministry added that the above arrangements will be reassessed based on the epidemiological indices. Cinemas, theaters can reopen on July 1 Phase three of the relaxation of restrictions gets underway today with the opening of swimming pools under stringent new hygiene protocols Public and private kindergartens reopen on June 9, the Education Ministry said on Wednesday, citing an earlier decision by the Council of Ministers. Ministry unveils beach rules ahead of tomorrow’s opening Driving tests will start again on June 1 with new rules requiring teachers, candidates and examiners to wear a mask in the vehicle. – Church services and other forms of religious worship in churches, mosques and other places of worship are permitted, provided that protocols on hygiene, as determined by the Ministry of Health, are strictly adhered to (from June 1). From 4 May public and the wider public sector will be fully operational, with the return of all the employees at their work. The plan will then go to the Council of Ministers for approval on Wednesday with all indications that the first relaxation in the measures will be introduced on May 4. The lockdown in Cyprus is to be extended until the end of April. As from tomorrow Tuesday at 6 a.m. the operation of the following services is also suspended: |
Full Restrictions
Cyprus Cyprus Airways to suspend, reduce flights to Greece from 18 August (GTP, 05.08.2020) Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Countries are divided in 3 categories, based on epidemiological criteria and data: Category A, Category B, and all other countries not belonging to either Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries is available at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation. **Rules and Exceptions: Passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to:
– have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, are allowed to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus.
Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category B or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay for the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms]. All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/] The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As above.
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Internal restrictions:
Free movement is permitted, although following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website [https://www.pio.gov.cy/en/press-releases-article.html?id=15076#flat]. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in a €300 fine.
In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cyprus Airways to suspend, reduce flights to Greece from 18 August (GTP, 05.08.2020) Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Countries are divided in 3 categories, based on epidemiological criteria and data: Category A, Category B, and all other countries not belonging to either Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries is available at [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories] and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation.**Rules and Exceptions: Passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, are allowed to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category B or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay for the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms]
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As above.
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Internal restrictions:
Free movement is permitted, although following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website [https://www.pio.gov.cy/en/press-releases-article.html?id=15076#flat]. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in a €300 fine.
In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cyprus Airways to suspend, reduce flights to Greece from 18 August (GTP, 05.08.2020) Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Countries are divided in 3 categories, based on epidemiological criteria and data: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries is available at [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories] and is updated on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation. **Rules and Exceptions: Passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, are allowed to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category B or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay for the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms].
**Mandatory Travel Documentation: All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the Cyprus Flight Pass: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing. You will be responsible for ensuring your PCR test result is uploaded to Cyprus Flight Pass within 24 hours of your departure.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As above. As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. and the extension on 16 July [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9596-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website.[https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cyprus Airways to suspend, reduce flights to Greece from 18 August (GTP, 05.08.2020) Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories; is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, following an announcement by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Cyprus are permitted to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay fo the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms] All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. and the extension on 16 July [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9596-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website.[https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories; is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, following an announcement by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Cyprus are permitted to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay fo the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms] All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. and the extension on 16 July [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9596-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website.[https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories; is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, following an announcement by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Cyprus are permitted to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay fo the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms] All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. and the extension on 16 July [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9596-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, most movement and other restrictions have now been lifted but are subject to change. Further guidance and updates are available on the Cyprus government website [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cypriot government reintroduced ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories; is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, following an announcement by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Cyprus are permitted to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay fo the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms] All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. and the extension on 16 July [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9596-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Movement throughout the country is allowed. Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, most movement and other restrictions have now been lifted. Further guidance and information is available on the gradual easing of the lockdown measures [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/pdf/measuresx.pdf]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
***From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories) is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons from countries in category B, whose authorities are not in a position to offer Covid-19 testing to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus, following an announcement by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Cyprus are permitted to perform the Covid-19 test upon their entry to the Republic of Cyprus.
Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay for the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass (https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy). The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
***Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
Following policy changes announced by the Republic of Cyprus Government and the administration in the north, all crossing points between the Republic and the north are effectively closed to travellers. In the Republic of Cyprus, most movement and other restrictions have now been lifted. Further guidance and information is available on the gradual easing of the lockdown measures [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/pdf/measuresx.pdf]. In the north of Cyprus, most movement restrictions and other have now been lifted. Face masks must be worn in public at all times.
Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
From within the EU: Based on epidemiological criteria and data, countries are divided in 3 categories: Category A, Category B, and all other countries that do not belong to Category A or B (classified as Category C). The categorisation of countries (available at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories) is continuously updated, according to the mentioned epidemiological criteria. As of 20 June 2020, passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Passengers from Category B and C countries will need to: – have undergone a test for Covid-19 at a certified lab, within at least 72 hours prior to their departure, and hold a certificate demonstrating the negative result to the test; – provide specific information and a declaration. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within at least 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission by the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended; 5. Persons arriving from Category B countries that are not offering Covid-19 testing to people wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only the following passenger categories can travel to Cyprus from Category C countries: 1) Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic, and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents); 2) Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; 3) Persons allowed to enter the Republic in accordance with the Vienna Convention; 4) Persons of any nationality who are allowed to enter the Republic after obtaining special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the infectious Diseases (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease) Decree (N.30), as amended. The above groups of passengers, travelling from Category Β or C countries, will have the option of taking the test upon their arrival in Cyprus and pay for the cost of the test. Passengers should constantly visit the dedicated electronic platform to be informed of possible changes that will affect their trip. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass (https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy). The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.
Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations.
Third Countries (see above and): As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.
Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
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International restrictions:
Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.
Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020).
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International restrictions:
Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.
Cyprus Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020).
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International restrictions:
Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].
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Internal restrictions:
From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.
Cyprus Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020)
The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.
The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Belgium, France, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain or United Arab Emirates must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
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International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
*****
Internal restrictions:
All movement restrictions have been lifted, although limits on mass gatherings remain. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020)
The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.
The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Belgium, France, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain or United Arab Emirates must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
*****
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
*****
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.
The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania, Lebanon must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
*****
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
*****
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
*****
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
*****
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)
1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
2. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
3. Nationals and residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before arrival.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.
TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020)
1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
Effective 9 June 2020:
1. Flights to Cyprus will be resuming.
2. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
3. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival.
4. Nationals and alien residents of Cyprus arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must:
– have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival; or
– be tested for Coronavirus (COVID-19) upon arrival.
5. Nationals and alien residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.
International restrictions:
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases.
PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020
PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020
Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available.
Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania.
Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic.
During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros).
During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
International restrictions:
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B). TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear facemasks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
International restrictions:
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Relaxation of restrictions:
Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Cyprus is preparing plans to restart air travel and tourism on June 9. (Media, 21.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
International restrictions:
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Relaxation of restrictions:
Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.
Cyprus Country extends ban on all inbound, outbound flights until 28 May (eKathimerini, 11.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
International restrictions:
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here . (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
Source: https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm https://cy.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ International SOS
Cyprus Government announces partial easing of lockdown from 4 May (Reuters, 29.04.2020)
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 17 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal.
1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
International restrictions:
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 17 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.
Internal restrictions:
All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions will be partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. All shops, malls, restaurants (delivery services will continue) bars, clubs, coffee shops, hairdressing and beauty salons, sports facilities, betting shops, museums, theme parks, movie theatres, libraries will close. Pharmacies, grocery stores, bakeries, gas stations, and kiosks will remain open but there are limits on the number of customers present at any one time. Supermarkets will exclusively serve people who belong to vulnerable groups of society, those 60 years and over and people with disabilities, until 10.00. Schools in the Republic of Cyprus are closed until at least 30 April. Hotels have suspended operations until at least 30 April. A curfew is in effect 21.00 and 06.00 every night. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).
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