Cyprus travel restrictions

Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)

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International restrictions:

Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].

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Internal restrictions:

From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.

Cyprus Cypriot government to reintroduce ban on flights from Lebanon from 6 July (Reuters, 05.07.2020). Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020).
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International restrictions:

Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].

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Internal restrictions:

From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.

Cyprus Scheduled flights to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) resumed on Wednesday 1 July. (AA, 01.07.2020)
Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020).
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International restrictions:

Cyprus is allowing entry from two sets of countries of origin, according to epidemiological criteria. Please consult the country lists here [https://www.visitcyprus.com/index.php/en/cyprus-covid19-travel-protocol]
As of 20th June, persons flying from Category A countries face no restrictions; people travelling from Category B countries are required to have a PCR test done at the source country, 72 hours prior to their arrival. Travel from countries which are not present in either of the two categories is allowed only in exceptional cases, and after receiving prior approval by the Cyprus government. This is also the case for transit travel via these countries.
A full list of pre-requisites (in English) is available [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/pdf/f11en.pdf]
For third country nationals, as from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf].

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Internal restrictions:

From 9 June, tourist arrivals from a limited number of countries will be permitted, but this does not include the UK. Passengers who have been in the UK, or any other destination not listed in categories A or B, in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Cyprus, even via a third country (eg: Greece), until further notice. The exception to this is legal residents of Cyprus and Cypriot ID holders who will be permitted to enter Cyprus on presentation of proof of residence or Cypriot nationality and a negative PCR (antibody) test result (taken in the previous 72 hours). Further details are available from the Republic of Cyprus Information Office [https://www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en/index.html]. If needed, you should make sure that you complete your Cyprus Flight Pass before travelling, available on the Cyprus Flight Pass[https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/]
From 8 June, the authorities in the north of Cyprus are allowing entry to ‘citizens’ and foreign nationals who hold residency, work or student permits. Any travellers in one of these categories who arrive before 1 July, will need to quarantine for 14 days in facilities controlled by the authorities and pay for the cost of your stay. will be permitted entry from 1 July but will still be required to present a negative PCR test result (taken in the previous 72 hours) and go into quarantine for 14 days at their own expense.

Cyprus Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020)
The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.

The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Belgium, France, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain or United Arab Emirates must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.

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International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

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Internal restrictions:

All movement restrictions have been lifted, although limits on mass gatherings remain. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020)
The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.

The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Belgium, France, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Spain or United Arab Emirates must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland or United Arab Emirates are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.

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International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

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Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus The Republic of Cyprus has reopened its airport for a specific set of countries, distributed under the two categories “A” and “B,” according to each country’s epidemiological data. Cyprus said that travelers arriving from countries under this category will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been conducted within 72 hours of travel, or on arrival, if the test is unavailable in the country of departure.
Arrivals from Category A, or low-risk countries, on the other hand, do not need to provide proof of negative test results.

The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)

Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania, Lebanon must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.

*****

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

*****

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The area administered by Turkish Cypriots (“Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”) has announced that travelers from abroad will be allowed to enter beginning Wednesday, July 1. (OSAC, 16.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.

*****

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

*****

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

*****Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

*****TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Israel, Poland or Romania must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
– This does not apply to residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus.
2. Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus.
3. Passengers must have a Cyprus Flight Pass obtained before departure at https://www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy .
– Passengers older than 65 years are allowed to present a printed Passenger Locator Form upon arrival.
4. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
5. Nationals and residents of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
6. Family members of nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test and quarantine.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus As of June 9, regularly-scheduled commercial flights to and from the Republic of Cyprus have resumed. (OSAC, 09.06.2020)
The first commercial flights due at Paphos Airport are expected on June 21. (Cyprus Mail, 09.06.2020)

1. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
2. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
3. Nationals and residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.
Effective from 20 June 2020:
1. Passengers arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before arrival.
– Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Croatia, Czechia, Estonia, Poland, Romania or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos (to open on 21JUN20) Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available. Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania. Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros). During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Relaxation to restrictions:
Hotels resumed operations from 9 June. All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus reopened on 21 May.

TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020)

1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.
Effective 9 June 2020:
1. Flights to Cyprus will be resuming.
2. Passengers are not allowed to enter Cyprus.
– This does not apply to nationals and residents of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus.
– This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland.
3. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival.
4. Nationals and alien residents of Cyprus arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must:
– have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before arrival; or
– be tested for Coronavirus (COVID-19) upon arrival.
5. Nationals and alien residents of Cyprus and passengers with a special permission from the government of Cyprus not arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland are required to self-isolate for 14 days.

International restrictions:

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus has announced the gradual easing of restrictions on flights to and from Larnaka and Paphos Airports. The plan to reopen the airports has two phases.
PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020
PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020
Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. The list of countries is evaluated weekly and countries can be added and removed based on the latest data available.
Category A: Greece, Malta, Bulgaria, Norway, Austria, Finland, Slovenia, Hungary, Israel, Denmark, Germany, Slovakia, Lithuania.
Category B: Switzerland, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Estonia, and the Czech Republic.
During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. For people traveling from countries in Category A or B where PCR testing is not widely available, compulsory testing will be required upon arrival at Cyprus airports. The traveler will be responsible for the cost of testing (approximately 60 Euros).
During Phase 2, which commences on 20 June, only passengers arriving in the Republic of Cyprus from a Category B country will require proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours before departure.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have
been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

International restrictions:

International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B). TRNC – In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear facemasks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Cyprus will reopen its airports for flights from 19 countries on June 9 and will allow hotels to reopen as of June 1. (FG, 23.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

International restrictions:

International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Relaxation of restrictions:

Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Cyprus is preparing plans to restart air travel and tourism on June 9. (Media, 21.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

International restrictions:

International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. A maximum of three occupants may be transported by vehicle at once. All public gatherings have been banned, including private visits to homes. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Relaxation of restrictions:

Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here. (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30.

Cyprus Country extends ban on all inbound, outbound flights until 28 May (eKathimerini, 11.05.2020) 1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. 2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

International restrictions:

International commercial flights are suspended until at least 28 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions have been partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Details are found here . (In Greek) All public schools in the Republic of Cyprus will reopen on 21 May. Hotels are allowed to resume operations from 9 June. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).

Source: https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm https://cy.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ International SOS

Cyprus Government announces partial easing of lockdown from 4 May (Reuters, 29.04.2020)
International commercial flights are suspended until at least 17 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal.

1. Flights to Cyprus are suspended.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus.
2. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

International restrictions:

International commercial flights are suspended until at least 17 May, except for repatriation flights for Cypriot citizens and foreign nationals. Cargo flights are operating as normal. In the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (‘TRNC’), only TRNC ID holders and their spouses and children – regardless of their nationality – are allowed to enter the territory. Within the TRNC, all patrons are required to wear face masks when outside during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan (24 April- tentatively 23 May). All nationals are barred from entry for tourist purposes until further notice, exemption to be made for Cyprus residents, those working in the Republic, attending educational institutions in the Republic or, with prior authorisation from the Cypriot government, have unavoidable professional obligations. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health.

Internal restrictions:

All unnecessary movement is banned with certain exceptions. All people must carry identification and proof as to the purpose of their movement. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. Curfew restrictions will be partially relaxed from 4 May to 22.00 – 06.00 (local time) until 21 May – when all movement restrictions will be lifted. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. Individuals are only allowed to leave their residences for essential goods and services. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. All shops, malls, restaurants (delivery services will continue) bars, clubs, coffee shops, hairdressing and beauty salons, sports facilities, betting shops, museums, theme parks, movie theatres, libraries will close. Pharmacies, grocery stores, bakeries, gas stations, and kiosks will remain open but there are limits on the number of customers present at any one time. Supermarkets will exclusively serve people who belong to vulnerable groups of society, those 60 years and over and people with disabilities, until 10.00. Schools in the Republic of Cyprus are closed until at least 30 April. Hotels have suspended operations until at least 30 April. A curfew is in effect 21.00 and 06.00 every night. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Only those over 65 will be allowed to fill out the printed form (Form B).