Cyprus travel restrictions

Cyprus The Cypriot authorities have announced that travellers from France, Spain, Netherlands, Portugal, and Uruguay are now exempted from double testing, and quarantine requirements as the countries have been removed from the red category.

However, arrivals from the orange category, where the countries mentioned above belong, still have to provide a PCR performed 72 hours before arrival to enter Cyprus, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.

The orange category includes the following countries:

EU member states: Denmark, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Finland
Microstates: Andorra, Vatican City
Schengen members: Iceland
Third countries: United Arab Emirates, Qatar, China (including Hong Kong and Macau), Kuwait, Bahrein, Singapore
According to the weekly epidemiological risk assessment, Latvia and Romania have been removed from the orange category, as the countries’ infection rates with COVID-19 have surged. From Monday, September 27, travellers from these countries have to present a PCR test carried out 72 hours before departure and undergo quarantine requirement for 14 days, or perform a self-purchased test upon reaching the country, in order to prevent self-isolation.

The remaining countries on the red countries or high-risk countries include the following:

EU member states: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Estonia, Ireland, Croatia, Lithuania, Slovenia
Microstates: Monaco, San Marino
Schengen members: Switzerland, Lichtenstein, Norway
Third countries: Egypt, Armenia, Georgia, United States of America, United Kingdom, Japan, Israel, Canada, Belarus, Lebanon, South Korea, Ukraine, Russia, Serbia
Compared to the previous risk assessment, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Moldova are no longer considered red countries.

No changes have been applied to the green category, which, as the following list indicates, remains the same:

EU member states: Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic
Third countries: Australia, Jordan, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia
However, travellers who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or recovered from the disease are exempted from testing and quarantine requirements. The country has also successfully connected to the EU Digital COVID-19 Certificate gateway, allowing vaccinated and recovered travellers to move freely across the EU by digitally or physically presenting the document.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations. 

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:

1. a)havereceived at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus.
2. b)cannotbe vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
3. c)areminors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention.
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

It should be noted that the Republic of Cyprus still reserves the right to randomly test any arriving flight.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:
a) havereceived at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus.
b) cannotbe vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
c) areminors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention;
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

It should be noted that the Republic of Cyprus still reserves the right to randomly test any arriving flight.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)
COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus
Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
To qualify for a SafePass, visitors to Cyprus are required to take a PCR or antigen (rapid) test on day 7 following their arrival into the country and then a PCR or rapid test every 72 hours thereafter, unless able to provide proof of either: having received two doses of the vaccine; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Quarantine hotels: If you test positive for COVID-19 you may have to enter a quarantine hotel. The Cypriot authorities will pay the cost of your quarantine. Make sure you have access to funds to cover the costs or take out insurance, checking the policy has adequate cover.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations. 

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:
a) have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by theRepublic of Cyprus.
b) cannot be vaccinated for medicalreasons, andare holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
c) are minors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention.
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)
COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:
a) have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus.
b) cannot be vaccinated for medicalreasons, andare holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
c) are minors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention;
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)
COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus
Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
**Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
To qualify for a SafePass, visitors to Cyprus are required to take a PCR or antigen (rapid) test on day 7 following their arrival into the country and then a PCR or rapid test every 72 hours thereafter, unless able to provide proof of either: having received two doses of the vaccine; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Quarantine hotels: If you test positive for COVID-19 you may have to enter a quarantine hotel. The Cypriot authorities will pay the cost of your quarantine. Make sure you have access to funds to cover the costs or take out insurance, checking the policy has adequate cover.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Plan ahead and make sure you: can access money; understand what your insurance will cover; can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned

Cyprus Who Can Enter Cyprus?
Based on the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), the country updates a risk assessment list every Monday, listing world countries under three different categories, which set out the rules for travellers reaching Cyprus from each country

Green represents low-risk countries, orange represents moderately high-risk, and red countries being a very-high risk zone, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.

The latest risk assessment issued by the Cypriot government indicates that green countries, travellers of which are free of any testing or self-isolation requirements, includes the following:

Germany
Croatia
Hungary
Poland
Romania
Slovakia
Czech Republic
Australia
Jordan
Canada
New Zealand
Singapore
However, besides green countries, fully vaccinated travellers, regardless of their nationality, are permitted to travel to the Republic of Cyprus without isolation or testing requirements. However, a required form must be filled in within 24 hours before reaching the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers Who Can Enter But Need COVID-19 Test Results

Unlike the green category travellers, those arriving from orange countries must present a negative PCR test certificate, indicating the holder tested negative for Coronavirus within the last 72 hours before coming to Cyprus.

Orange category countries, as the most recent risk assessment list indicates, are the following:

Austria
Bulgaria
Greece
Italy
Latvia
Luxembourg
Slovenia
Finland
Vatican City
Lichtenstein,
Norway
North Macedonia
Canada
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Qatar
China (including Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan)
Bahrein
Saudi Arabia
Passengers arriving from orange countries that are Cypriot citizens and family members, legally reside in the island, or are eligible to enter due to Vienna Convention rules may undergo medical examinations upon arrival.

Also, people whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service, after being issued a document by the Cypriot Ministry of Health, can carry one out, but its expenses should be covered by the passenger, who should remain self-isolated until the result is announced.

Who Is Eligible to Enter Cyprus, But Has to Undergo Strict Entry Rules?

Travellers arriving from the red category countries can enter only for absolutely essential purposes. They must undergo double-testing requirements, meaning the traveller must present a PCR negative test certificate taken 72 hours before entering Cyprus and carry out a second test upon their arrival. Moreover, the traveller must cover the examination expenses and end self-isolation once the test result is issued.

The red category countries as the following list presents include:

Belgium
France
Denmark
Estonia
Ireland
Spain
Lithuania
Malta
Netherlands
Portugal
Sweden
Andorra
Monaco
San Marino
Switzerland
Iceland
Azerbaijan
Egypt
Albania
Armenia
Georgia
United Arab Emirates
United States of America
United Kingdom
Japan
Israel
Kuwait
Belarus
Lebanon
Montenegro
Moldova
Brunei
South Korea
Ukraine
Russia
Serbia
Besides travellers from red countries, “Grey” zone arrivals, which can only fly to Cyprus under special permission, are also banned and must undergo a mandatory self-isolation requirement for 14 days. This time can be shortened by taking a PCR test on the seventh day of the quarantine. Those who have resulted positive for Coronavirus will be quarantined for 14 days, and children under the age of 12 are not obliged to get tested.

Rules for Travelling to Cyprus From August & On

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations. 

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:
a) have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by theRepublic of Cyprus.
b) cannot be vaccinated for medicalreasons, andare holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
c) are minors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention.
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)
COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Persons traveling from “GREEN” countries will not need to demonstrate a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when traveling to Cyprus; they only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass and provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

 Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

Persons traveling from “ORANGE” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following persons will be allowed to be exempted from the provision to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and they will be allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus,and undergo a lab test (PCR test) at their own expense, upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus. However, they need to self-isolate until they get a negative result:

Cypriot citizens and members of their families (foreign spouses and children) or Legal residents of the Republic, who meet at least one of the following conditions:
a) have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus.
b) cannot be vaccinated for medicalreasons, andare holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health.
c) are minors between the ages of 12 and 15.

Persons traveling from “RED” countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. They will also need to pay for and undergo a molecular PCR test upon arrival to Cyprus, the cost of which is 15 Euros at Larnaca airport and 19 Euros at Paphos airport; results of the test will be available within 3 hours on the digital platform www.covid-testcyprus.com. Children, who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents) who have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine approved by the Republic of Cyprus or cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons, and are holders of a relevant medical certificate issued by the Cyprus Ministry of Health or they are minors between the ages of 12 and 15;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

These persons may choose to undergo one lab test, namely upon their arrival to Cyprus, but must then remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation for a minimum of 72 hours from the time of their arrival. After the 72 hour self-isolation, they must undergo a second PCR test for Covid-19, again at their own expense. They are released from self-isolation after a negative test result which must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children);
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland;
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention;
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission).

Note: European Union citizens, citizens of European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway), citizens of Switzerland and citizens of third countries, must undergo a molecular test prior to departure, as stipulated above.

The other categories of passengers have the choice of either taking the test prior to their departure or taking it upon entry to the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense.

Persons traveling from GREY countries are required to undergo a molecular test (PCR test) at a certified lab, with the sample taken during the last 72 hours prior to the flight departure, and upload a certificate that demonstrates a negative PCR for COVID-19, on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. In addition, they will remain in a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for fourteen (14) days or a status of obligatory self-isolation / quarantine for seven (7) days, provided they undergo another PCR test for Covid-19 on the 7th day, at their own expense. The result of the lab test must be submitted online to the CyprusFlightPass platform. Children who arrive in Cyprus before their 12th birthday, are exempted from testing. All travelers need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass where they will be asked to provide certain information and solemn declarations.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (02/08/2021)
COVID-19 Destination Protocol Cyprus
Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional .
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
To qualify for a SafePass, visitors to Cyprus are required to take a PCR or antigen (rapid) test on day 7 following their arrival into the country and then a PCR or rapid test every 72 hours thereafter, unless able to provide proof of either: having received two doses of the vaccine; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months.
You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Quarantine hotels: If you test positive for COVID-19 you may have to enter a quarantine hotel. The government will not cover mandatory quarantine costs for foreign nationals. In Cyprus, the Cypriot authorities will pay the cost of your quarantine.
EHIC or GHIC cards cannot be used to cover any additional expenses you incur whilst staying in a quarantine hotel. Make sure you have access to funds to cover the costs or take out insurance, checking the policy has adequate cover.
If you have or are entitled to an EHIC or GHIC and you need medical treatment while staying at a quarantine hotel, the UK government will fund treatment as usual through the EHIC/GHIC scheme.
*Be prepared for your plans to change: No travel is risk-free during COVID. Countries may further restrict travel or bring in new rules at short notice, for example due to a new COVID-19 variant. Check with your travel company or airline for any transport changes which may delay your journey home.
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Plan ahead and make sure you: can access money; understand what your insurance will cover; can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense, and shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under 12 years are exempted from the testing requirement, regardless of the epidemiological situation of the country of origin.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense, and shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under 12 years are exempted from the testing requirement, regardless of the epidemiological situation of the country of origin.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Be prepared for your plans to change: No travel is risk-free during COVID. Countries may further restrict travel or bring in new rules at short notice, for example due to a new COVID-19 variant. Check with your travel company or airline for any transport changes which may delay your journey home.
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Plan ahead and make sure you: can access money; understand what your insurance will cover; can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense, and shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under 12 years are exempted from the testing requirement, regardless of the epidemiological situation of the country of origin.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense, and shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). The following categories from “RED” countries may opt to be tested only upon arrival in Cyprus (at their own expense), without the necessity to provide a pre-departure test:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under 12 years are exempted from the testing requirement, regardless of the epidemiological situation of the country of origin.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Be prepared for your plans to change: No travel is risk-free during COVID. Countries may further restrict travel or bring in new rules at short notice, for example due to a new COVID-19 variant. Check with your travel company or airline for any transport changes which may delay your journey home.
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Plan ahead and make sure you: can access money; understand what your insurance will cover; can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “RED” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expense):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travellers from countries classified as “GREY must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross.
If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.
*Be prepared for your plans to change: No travel is risk-free during COVID. Countries may further restrict travel or bring in new rules at short notice, for example due to a new COVID-19 variant. Check with your travel company or airline for any transport changes which may delay your journey home.
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Plan ahead and make sure you: can access money; understand what your insurance will cover; can make arrangements to extend your stay and be away for longer than planned

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “RED” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expense):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travellers from countries classified as “GREY must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (26/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “RED” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform. All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. The measures applicable depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expense):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result (approximately 3 hours). People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

Travellers from countries classified as “GREY must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period. The test result must be uploaded on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform.

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

If the web electronic platform is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues or scheduled maintenance, travellers need to complete by hand and carry with them the Passenger Locator Form.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Therefore, a separate evaluation is only carried out by Cyprus for countries not included on these lists.

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. For Categories Green, Orange and Red, please see here: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “RED” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travel from countries classified as “GREY”

Travel from “GREY” countries, is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children)
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

In addition, they must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “GREEN”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “GREEN” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to the flight departure.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “RED” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “ORANGE” or “RED” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travel from “GREY” countries, is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children)
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention;
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission) 

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “GREY” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

In addition, they must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/home and https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate for individuals who have been vaccinated or have tested positive for the virus in countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00 Cyprus Time) at 1474 (calls within Cyprus) and at +357 22 285757 (calls from abroad). This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Also, a dedicated email address has been set up for this purpose at travel2021@visitcyprus.com.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus is following a colour-coded system harmonised with evaluation standards set by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Therefore, a separate evaluation is only carried out by Cyprus for countries not included on these lists.

Countries are categorized according to their epidemiological situation into “Green”, “Orange” and “Red” categories, with the category “Green” having the most favourable epidemiological status. The categorisation of Countries is updated weekly by the Ministry of Health. For Categories Green, Orange and Red, please see here: https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy

The following entry requirements apply:

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any test requirement.

These travellers only need to fill out the Cyprus Flight Pass.

Travel from countries classified as “orange and “red”

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travel from countries classified as “grey”

Travel from “grey” countries, is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children)
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “grey” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

In addition, they must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expense.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travel from “grey” countries, is allowed only for:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses and children)
2. Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus
3. EU citizens, citizens of the European Economic Area (including Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland
4. Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus in accordance with the Vienna Convention;
5. Citizens of third countries, provided they obtain prior special permission from the Republic of Cyprus, as defined under the Infectious Diseases Decree (N.2/2021 8.1.21), as amended. The application for a Special Permission must be submitted on the Cyprus Flight Pass Platform (https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/specialpermission) 

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “grey” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

In addition, they must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Children under the age of 12 are exempted from the testing requirement.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/home and https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (19/07/2021)

COVID-19 Destination Protocol_Cyprus

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (12/07/2021)

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/home and https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (12/07/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (05/07/2021)

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 48 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/home and https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19 (05/07/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/07/2021)

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (28/06/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (28/06/2021)

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (28/06/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: In line with a UN statement, all crossing points between the Republic and the north re-opened on 4 June 2021 subject to a Red, Orange, Green categorisation system. Under current conditions, Orange status applies which means that all categories of traveller must present a negative PCR or Antigen (rapid) test result, taken within the last 7 days, in order to cross. If you have been in the UK within 14 days of travel to Cyprus, and wish to cross to the north further conditions apply, refer to additional details under Entry to Cyprus.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
You will need a SafePass to enter specified areas including malls, catering establishments, some sports facilities etc. The SafePass requires individuals to provide proof of either: a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times. There is a daily curfew in place between 12am to 5am.

Cyprus 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter. – This does not apply to: – nationals of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden and Switzerland; – residents of Cyprus; – passengers arriving from Andorra, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China (People’s Rep.),
Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR China), Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea
(Rep.), Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao (SAR China), Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian
Fed., Rwanda, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, USA, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom or Vatican
City (Holy See); – spouses and children of nationals of Cyprus; – passengers with a vaccination certificate issued in Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium,
Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait,
Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Fed., San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia,
Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA or Vatican City (Holy See). Details can be found at
https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/vaccinated-passengers .

2. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained at most 24 hours before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .

3. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken at most 72 hours before departure. – This does not apply to: – passengers younger than 12 years; – passengers arriving
from Australia, Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep.), Malta, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia or Singapore; – nationals and residents of Cyprus if arriving from Andorra, Armenia, Austria,
Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China (People’s Rep.), Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR China),
Hungary, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao (SAR China), Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Qatar, Romania, Russian Fed., Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, USA, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom or Vatican
City (Holy See); – passengers with a vaccination certificate issued in Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark,
Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Fed., San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine,
United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA or Vatican City (Holy See). Details can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/vaccinated-passengers .

4. Passengers could be subject to a COVID-19 test upon arrival at their own expense and quarantine. More details can be found at
https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/uploads/03052021_epidemiological_assessmentEN.pdf and https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/country-categories . – This does not apply to passengers
younger than 12 years.

Cyprus Cyprus’ authorities have announced new changes made on the list of COVID-19 affected countries, which took effect yesterday, June 14.

The authorities established that travellers from Poland and Romania will be exempted from the testing and self-isolation requirement when entering Cyprus, as the countries moved from the orange category to the green one, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.

At the same time, all persons travelling from Japan to Cyprus now will only have to provide a negative Coronavirus test result when entering the country, as Japan moved from the red list to the orange list. The negative test result should not be older than 72 hours at the time of departure.

In contrast, arrivals from Croatia and Spain are now required to undergo double COVID-19 testing, one before and another one after arrival in Cyprus, as well as stay quarantined since the countries moved from the orange list to the red one.

Previously, arrivals from Croatia and Spain were exempted from the quarantine requirement when entering Cyprus.

“The following categorization of countries, based on the epidemiological risk assessment, is extremely dynamic and may be modified at any moment as the pandemic evolves and the epidemiological data changes. For this reason, new data will be announced, and the list of countries will be updated frequently,” the press release of the Government reads.

Except for Poland and Romania that were recently added to the list of countries with low infections rates, the green list already includes the following countries:

European Union Member States: Malta
Schengen Area countries: Iceland
Third countries: Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Israel
“It is noted that passengers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate,” the authorities highlighted.

The orange list of countries, which represents territories with a moderate COVID-19 risk, except for Japan, also include:

European Union Member States: Portugal, Ireland, Finland, Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy, Germany, Slovakia, and Luxembourg
Schengen Area countries: Norway
Third countries: China, the UK, and the US
As for the red list of countries, except for Croatia and Spain that moved yesterday, the list already includes:

European Union Member States: Belgium, France, Greece, the Netherlands, Denmark, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Sweden.
Microstates: Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City, and San Marino
Schengen Area countries: Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Third countries: Rwanda, Russia, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Qatar, Serbia, Thailand, Armenia, Georgia, Bahrein, Kuwait, and Canada.

Cyprus Latest News: Government updates list of COVID-19 affected countries (Schengen Visa Info, 25.05.2021). Cyprus authorities to allow restriction-free entry for arrivals from Iceland, move Slovakia to red category as list of COVID-19 affected countries updated (Schengen Visa Info, 19.05.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
As of 10 May, the latest curfew on movement is in place from 11pm until 5am (with few exceptions) while other restrictive measures continue, including the use of a SafePass/CoronaPass to enter specified areas including, for example, malls, catering establishments, some athletic facilities etc. The SafePass/CoronaPass requires individuals to provide proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays. The UK entered Cyprus’ Amber category on 29 April. Passengers coming from Amber Category countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. The following categories of passengers may opt to take a laboratory test only upon their arrival in the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense and subject to self-isolation until a negative result is obtained.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus authorities to allow restriction-free entry for arrivals from Iceland, move Slovakia to red category as list of COVID-19 affected countries updated (Schengen Visa Info, 19.05.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
As of 10 May, the latest curfew on movement is in place from 11pm until 5am (with few exceptions) while other restrictive measures continue, including the use of a SafePass/CoronaPass to enter specified areas including, for example, malls, catering establishments, some athletic facilities etc. The SafePass/CoronaPass requires individuals to provide proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays. The UK entered Cyprus’ Amber category on 29 April. Passengers coming from Amber Category countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. The following categories of passengers may opt to take a laboratory test only upon their arrival in the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense and subject to self-isolation until a negative result is obtained.

Cyprus Latest News: Slovakia nationals no longer need to quarantine upon arrival in Cyprus; Cyprus government re-issues COVID-19 risk list for multiple countries (Schengen Visa Info, 11.05.2021). Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
As of 10 May, the latest curfew on movement is in place from 11pm until 5am (with few exceptions) while other restrictive measures continue, including the use of a SafePass/CoronaPass to enter specified areas including, for example, malls, catering establishments, some athletic facilities etc. The SafePass/CoronaPass requires individuals to provide proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays. The UK entered Cyprus’ Amber category on 29 April. Passengers coming from Amber Category countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. The following categories of passengers may opt to take a laboratory test only upon their arrival in the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense and subject to self-isolation until a negative result is obtained.

Cyprus Latest News: Slovakia nationals no longer need to quarantine upon arrival in Cyprus; Cyprus government re-issues COVID-19 risk list for multiple countries (Schengen Visa Info, 11.05.2021). Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated. These passengers, regardless of their nationality, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the following list of countries, will be able to travel from any country to the Republic of Cyprus without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus. Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers.

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
As of 10 May, the latest curfew on movement is in place from 11pm until 5am (with few exceptions) while other restrictive measures continue, including the use of a SafePass/CoronaPass to enter specified areas including, for example, malls, catering establishments, some athletic facilities etc. The SafePass/CoronaPass requires individuals to provide proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays. The UK entered Cyprus’ Amber category on 29 April. Passengers coming from Amber Category countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. The following categories of passengers may opt to take a laboratory test only upon their arrival in the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense and subject to self-isolation until a negative result is obtained.

Cyprus Latest News: Slovakia nationals no longer need to quarantine upon arrival in Cyprus; Cyprus government re-issues COVID-19 risk list for multiple countries (Schengen Visa Info, 11.05.2021). Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey), without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey), without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
As of 10 May, the latest curfew on movement is in place from 11pm until 5am (with few exceptions) while other restrictive measures continue, including the use of a SafePass/CoronaPass to enter specified areas including, for example, malls, catering establishments, some athletic facilities etc. The SafePass/CoronaPass requires individuals to provide proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours; at least one dose of the vaccine received at least 3 weeks prior; or having contracted coronavirus in the past 6 months. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on this information page and more generally, including on SafePass/CoronaPass, on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays. The UK entered Cyprus’ Amber category on 29 April. Passengers coming from Amber Category countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours prior to departure and provide proof of a negative result. The following categories of passengers may opt to take a laboratory test only upon their arrival in the Republic of Cyprus, at their own expense and subject to self-isolation until a negative result is obtained.

Cyprus Latest News: Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey), without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements travel restrictions according to a classification of high, medium and low-risk countries based on data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country has a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Travel from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Travel from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey), without being subject to isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Arriving from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Arriving from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey) without being subject to any isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Cyprus implements a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated every Thursday by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green, gray). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Arriving from countries classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.

For these travellers, testing and quarantine are not required also in case of transit through high-risk countries, provided that no overnight stay has taken place (as well as no stay has taken place in such countries in the last 14 days).

Arriving from countries NOT classified as “green”

Travellers arriving from countries NOT classified as “green” can enter Cyprus without being subject to any isolation or test requirement in case they have been fully vaccinated in Cyprus, Israel or the United Kingdom.

These passengers, holding a valid vaccination certificate from the countries referred above, regardless of their nationality, will be able to travel to the Republic of Cyprus from any country independently of its category (green, orange, red or grey) without being subject to any isolation or test requirement. A dedicated form must be filled in within 24 hours before the last departure flight to the Republic of Cyprus.

Full information for vaccinated travellers is available at Cyprus Flight Pass – Vaccinated Passengers

All other travellers arriving from countries classified as “orange” or “red” are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, travellers from countries classified as “red” are subject to a second test upon their arrival, at their own expenses.

The following categories may opt to be tested upon arrival in Cyprus only (at their own expenses):

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons from countries classified as “orange”, irrespective of their nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries classified as “orange” or “red” shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result. People arriving from “red” countries falling under categories 1-3 above must remain in self-isolation for 72 hours and, after that, they must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

Travellers from countries classified as “gray” must complete a compulsory self-isolation of 14 days. Self-isolation may be shortened by taking a PCR test on day 7 of the isolation period.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive will be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (03/05/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Government will reopen to vaccinated tourists from 65 countries starting 10 May (France 24, 26.04.2021). Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Government to introduce two-week lockdown from 26 April, brings forward nighttime curfew because of COVID-19 (Reuters, 23.04.2021). Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021). Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.
*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus. Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times.
Other restrictive measures remain in place including limits on household visitors. The hospitality sector is also operating with strict measures in place. You can find full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: Face masks must be worn in public at all times and, until further notice, there remains a curfew in place between 9pm to 5am Monday to Saturday and a full curfew on Sundays.

Cyprus Latest News: Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021). Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Travelers from Ireland must present negative COVID-19 test results upon arrival after Cyprus government removes country from red list (Schengen Visa Info News, 19.04.2021). Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus has introduced a traffic light system of high, medium and low-risk countries. It is based on the data and criteria communicated by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) every Thursday. Each country is given a colour code (red, orange, green). The measures applicable to travel to Cyprus depend on the colour code assigned to each country.

Find out the current colour code assigned by Cyprus to each country

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

Additionally, the following categories may be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose country of residence does not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers from a “Red Category” country may enter Cyprus after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expenses. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (19/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe
*From within the EU:

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (05/04/2021)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (29/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers holding a vaccination certificate from the Republic of Cyprus are not required to undergo a Covid-19 test upon arrival and to self-isolate.

Is a coronavirus test required?

As of 1 April 2021, all passengers from “Green Category” countries are not required to hold a Covid-19 test certificate and to self-isolate.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (29/03)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus re-evaluates epidemiological risk, updates health categories for multiple countries (Schengen Info, 23.03.2021). Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Green Category” countries are not required to provide a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

During the period 1-31 March 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” will undergo a PCR laboratory test upon their arrival in Cyprus, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus. As of 1 April 2021, no restriction will be in place.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021). Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Green Category” countries are not required to provide a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

During the period 1-31 March 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” will undergo a PCR laboratory test upon their arrival in Cyprus, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus. As of 1 April 2021, no restriction will be in place.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021). Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Green Category” countries are not required to provide a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

During the period 1-31 March 2021, all passengers from countries of the “Green Category” will undergo a PCR laboratory test upon their arrival in Cyprus, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus. As of 1 April 2021, no restriction will be in place.

Travellers from “Orange Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.

The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The following categories may also be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “Red Category” countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival. Additionally, these travellers are subject to a second test upon their arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “Red Category” country after having taken, at their own expense, only a test upon their arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Orange” and “Red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result.

People from “Red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and, after the end of the 72 hours, they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation is ended.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03)

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Israeli travelers will be allowed to enter Cyprus from 1 April (Times of Israel, 23.03.2021). Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (22/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (15/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third-country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers coming from the Green Category countries are not required to hold a COVID-19 test certificate or self-isolate.

Travellers from countries of the “Orange Category” have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

The following categories have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from countries of the “Red Category” have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, only a laboratory test upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Updated information on Country Categories
Epidemiological risk assessment (15/03/2021)

Contact point for Cyprus:
A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives related to COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third-country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU: As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions. For detailed and updated information, you can visit the following pages: colour codes by country.
*Testing : Travellers from “green” countries are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus. Travellers from “orange” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents); 2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus; 3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service. Travellers from “red” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.
The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents); 2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus; 3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention.
*Quarantine: Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires. The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy. All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.
*Documentation: All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain theCyprusFlightPass . The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing. The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found here
*Transit: As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.
*From Third Countries: In the case of passengers arriving from the UK: 1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports; 2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation; 3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days); 4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted. As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”. Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus. Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 1. Cypriot citizens and their family members; 2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus; 3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention; 4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service. Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival. The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel to TRNC: On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*Travel within TRNC: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021). Cyprus government eases some lockdown restrictions (France 24, 25.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions. For detailed and updated information, you can visit the page: colour codes by country

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third-country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021). Cyprus government eases some lockdown restrictions (France 24, 25.02.2021). Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions. For detailed and updated information, you can visit the page: colour codes by country

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third-country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021). Cyprus government eases some lockdown restrictions (France 24, 25.02.2021). Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions. For detailed and updated information, you can visit the page: colour codes by country

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PCR test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third-country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of travellers of category n.2).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” and “red” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Health authorities in Cyprus update categorization of countries according to their COVID-19 situation as airports reopen (Famagusta Gazette, 01.03.2021). Cyprus government eases some lockdown restrictions (France 24, 25.02.2021). Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021).

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

As of 1 March 2021, Cyprus implements the commonly agreed EU “traffic lights” approach to travel restrictions. For detailed and updated information, you can visit the page: colour codes by country

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which will be covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (alien spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to undergo a double testing procedure, showing a negative result of a PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carrying out another PCR test upon arrival.

The following categories of passengers may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members (alien spouses, underage children and parents);
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. Travellers from “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “green” countries (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Saudi Arabia), are required to undergo a PCR test upon arrival, the cost of which is covered by the Republic of Cyprus.

Travellers from “orange” countries (China – including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Thailand) have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: 

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. Persons legally residing in Cyprus;
3. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
4. Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service.

Travellers from “red” countries have to show a negative result of a PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country and carry out another PCR test upon arrival.

The above-mentioned categories of passengers (points 1-3) may enter from a “red” country after having undergone, at their own expense, a laboratory test only upon their arrival. 

Travellers from “grey” countries (UK, Israel, Russia, UAE, Ukraine, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Belarus, Rwanda) are required to obtain a special entry permit (with the exceptions of Cypriot citizens, persons lawfully residing in the Republic of Cyprus and European citizens). Entry into the Republic of Cyprus is only allowed for the following categories:

1. Cypriot citizens and their family members;
2. European citizens, citizens of European Economic Area countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and of Switzerland;
3. Persons legally residing in the Republic;
4. Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention;
5. Third country nationals who are allowed to enter through a special permit.

Furthermore, these travellers have to present a PCR test carried out within 72 hours prior to departure. Passengers may also undergo the laboratory test upon their arrival at their own expense (with the exception of category n.2 travellers).

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “orange” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. Travellers from “red” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation until they receive the PCR test result. People from “red” countries falling within the categories 1-3 above must remain in mandatory self-isolation for 72 hours and after the end of the 72 hours they must undergo another PCR test, at their own expense. If the last test is negative, isolation expires.

For travellers from “grey” countries, quarantine measures apply, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Health. Passengers shall remain in mandatory self-isolation/quarantine for a period of 14 days or alternatively, for a period of 10 days provided that they undergo another test (at their own expense) on the 10th day and the result is negative.

The test result must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Cyprus government eases some lockdown restrictions (France 24, 25.02.2021). Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021). On 21 December, the Cypriot authorities publicly advised against all but essential travel to the UK from Cyprus, and a mandatory authority-assigned quarantine of a minimum of 7 days for all arrivals into Cyprus from the UK. (Gov.UK, 22.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Cyprus are not based on the common “EU Traffic Lights” map.

The classification of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a molecular test within 72 hours from the entry and stay in isolation until they receive the results. 

Travellers from a “Category B” country have to provide a document showing a negative result of PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. 

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival and should be in isolation until they receive the results:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons entitled to under the Vienna Convention;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In the case of travellers from a “Category C” country, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours before entering the country or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a compulsory 14-day self-isolation. In addition, they can choose to perform a second PCR test on day 10 of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The result of the PCR test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, or when the negative test result is available.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

In the case of passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation;
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy 

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a PCR test within 72 hours from the entry.

Travellers from a “Category B” country have to provide a document showing a negative result of a PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. 

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons entitled to under the Vienna Convention;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In the case of travellers from a “Category C” country, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members;
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours before entering the country or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a compulsory 14-day self-isolation. In addition, they can choose to perform a second PCR test on day 10 of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The result of the PCR test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, or when the negative test result is available.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Epidemiological risk assessment

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021). Lockdown reimposed on Kyrenia and Nicosia (Financial Mirror, 26.01.2021). Government to introduce new COVID-19 lockdown from 10 until 31 January (Reuters, 08.01.2021). On 21 December, the Cypriot authorities publicly advised against all but essential travel to the UK from Cyprus, and a mandatory authority-assigned quarantine of a minimum of 7 days for all arrivals into Cyprus from the UK. (Gov.UK, 22.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Cyprus are not based on the common “EU Traffic Lights” map.

The classification of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a molecular test within 72 hours from the entry. 

Travellers from a “Category B” country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, have to provide a document showing a negative result of PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival and should be in isolation until they receive the results:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In case of travellers from a “Category C” country, or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours before entering the country or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a compulsory 14-day self-isolation. In addition, they have to perform a second PCR test on day 10 of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The result of the PCR test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Decree n.7/2021

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

from 21 December 2020, the following measures apply to all passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation (persons under the age of 18 may choose to self-isolate at their homes or to remain in isolation in the hotels if they are travelling with their parents or legal guardians);
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy 

Is a coronavirus test required? 

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a molecular test within 72 hours from the entry. 

Travellers from a “Category B” country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days, have to provide the negative result of a PCR result taken within 72 hours before entering.

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival and should be in isolation until they receive the results:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In case of travellers from a “Category C” country, or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result conducted within 72 hours before entering or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses. 

Is a quarantine required? 

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a 14-day self-isolation and they have to submit to a second PCR test on the 10th day of the period of self-isolation. The result of the test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Additional details can be found on the Decree n.7/2021

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.

Cyprus Latest News: Authorities extend national lockdown until March because of COVID-19; non-essential travel between districts suspended (Financial Mirror, 10.02.2021). Lockdown reimposed on Kyrenia and Nicosia (Financial Mirror, 26.01.2021). Government to introduce new COVID-19 lockdown from 10 until 31 January (Reuters, 08.01.2021). On 21 December, the Cypriot authorities publicly advised against all but essential travel to the UK from Cyprus, and a mandatory authority-assigned quarantine of a minimum of 7 days for all arrivals into Cyprus from the UK. (Gov.UK, 22.12.2020)

International Restrictions:
*From within the EU:

Cyprus adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Cyprus are not based on the common “EU Traffic Lights” map.

The classification of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation.

Is a coronavirus test required?

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a molecular test within 72 hours from the entry. 

Travellers from a “Category B” country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, have to provide a document showing a negative result of PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country.

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival and should be in isolation until they receive the results:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In case of travellers from a “Category C” country, or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours before entering the country or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses.

Is a quarantine required?

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a compulsory 14-day self-isolation. In addition, they have to perform a second PCR test on day 10 of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The result of the PCR test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative.

All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health.

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey, all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

The use of the platform is mandatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Find out more:
Decree n.7/2021

Contact point for Cyprus: 

A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. This service provides direct, timely and comprehensive information regarding all governmental initiatives for dealing with COVID-19.

Documents you need to travel in Europe

*Transit:

As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction.

EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.

Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.

*From Third Countries:

Specific measures for the new variant of coronavirus

from 21 December 2020, the following measures apply to all passengers arriving from the UK:

1. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports;
2. They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation (persons under the age of 18 may choose to self-isolate at their homes or to remain in isolation in the hotels if they are travelling with their parents or legal guardians);
3. On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days);
4. On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. In case symptoms occur, the General Practitioner should be contacted.

Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy 

Is a coronavirus test required? 

Travellers from “Category A” countries are required to undergo a molecular test within 72 hours from the entry. 

Travellers from a “Category B” country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days, have to provide the negative result of a PCR result taken within 72 hours before entering.

In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival and should be in isolation until they receive the results:

• Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus.

In case of travellers from a “Category C” country, or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival, only the following categories are allowed to enter the territory:

• Cypriot citizens permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children);
• Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30;
• Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment;
• Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19;
• First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes.

The above-mentioned categories have the possibility either to provide a document showing a negative PCR result conducted within 72 hours before entering or to be tested upon arrival at their own expenses. 

Is a quarantine required? 

Travellers from “Category A and B” countries shall remain in mandatory self-isolation for a period of 3 days. The isolation expires if the result of a molecular COvid-19 test performed within 72 hours from the entry is negative. 

Travellers from “Category C” countries have to undergo a 14-day self-isolation and they have to submit to a second PCR test on the 10th day of the period of self-isolation. The result of the test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative.

The download forms for passengers travelling to Cyprus can be found at https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/en/download-forms

Additional details can be found on the Decree n.7/2021

Mandatory Travel Documentation

All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents to obtain the CyprusFlightPass.

Internal Restrictions:
On January 28-29, 2021, the area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Travel between districts is restricted. Approval must be obtained online in order to leave one’s residence or travel to another district. Non-essential businesses are closed. Essential businesses are allowed to operate between 06:00am and 7:00pm.

*Travel in Cyprus: *Travel in Cyprus: 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.
*Public spaces and services: The use of a face mask is compulsory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces in the Republic of Cyprus and there is a country-wide curfew from 9pm to 5am (some exceptions apply). Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a €300 fine. Shopping malls are closed until 8 February. Visits to other households are permitted for a maximum of two people. From 8 February this will be increased to a maximum of four people.
From 5am on 10 January, until further notice, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). You are also required to carry official identification at all times. Public gatherings of more than two persons (children exempt) are banned.
Ancient sites, museums, cinemas, theatres and retail stores and catering and entertainment venues will also be closed from 10 January to 7 February. Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. remain open. From opening hours to 10am (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups.
See the full details of the latest measures introduced by the Cypriot authorities on the Press & Information Office website.
*North of Cyprus: A lockdown is in force in the north of Cyprus and you must complete an online form to leave home. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Travelling between districts is banned and only essential services stores are operating.