Cyprus visa at a glance
- Government visa fee
- Free
- Processing time
- 10 to 15 working days
- Validity
- Per entry
- Maximum stay
- 90 days in any 180
- Visa required?
- Not applicable for exempt nationals. Cyprus is in the EU but NOT yet in Schengen (accession expected 2026 — did not join EES on 10 Apr 2026).
Do you need a visa for Cyprus?
Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, USA, Canada, UK, all EU/EEA, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel and ~60 others — 90 days in 180. Also holders of a valid double/multiple-entry Schengen visa (used once) may enter visa-free for the visa's remaining validity. can generally enter Cyprus without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. Cyprus is in the EU but NOT yet in Schengen (accession expected 2026 — did not join EES on 10 Apr 2026).
Who does NOT need a visa
Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, USA, Canada, UK, all EU/EEA, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel and ~60 others — 90 days in 180. Also holders of a valid double/multiple-entry Schengen visa (used once) may enter visa-free for the visa's remaining validity. do not require a visa for Cyprus for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.
Reviewed against official government sources (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Cyprus) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).
Official Cyprus visa options
Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026Visa-free entry (EU member; Schengen accession pending)
Official fee: Free- Validity
- Per entry
- Max stay
- 90 days in any 180
- Processing time
- On arrival
- Where to apply
- No application
Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. Cyprus is in the EU but NOT yet in Schengen (accession expected 2026 — did not join EES on 10 Apr 2026).
Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, USA, Canada, UK, all EU/EEA, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel and ~60 others — 90 days in 180. Also holders of a valid double/multiple-entry Schengen visa (used once) may enter visa-free for the visa's remaining validity.
Required documents
- Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure
- Return ticket
- Accommodation & funds proof
- Valid Schengen visa if using that route
Arrival card: None
Days in Cyprus do NOT count toward the Schengen 90/180 (until accession). Enter only via Republic-controlled ports (Larnaca/Paphos), not the north.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Cyprus · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.
Cyprus national short-stay visa
Official fee: €90 (aligned with Schengen fee; some nationalities lower/free)- Validity
- Single/multiple, up to 1 yr
- Max stay
- 90 days in 180
- Processing time
- 10–15 working days
- Where to apply
- Cyprus High Commission/Embassy covering your residence (Singapore: High Commission of Cyprus in New Delhi covers via honorary consul; Cyprus "pro-visa" online for Indians via approved agents)
Who needs it: India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Russia*, most of Africa & Middle East — unless holding a qualifying multiple-entry Schengen visa.
Required documents
- Passport valid ≥6 months with blank pages
- Recent passport photo (white background)
- Confirmed return/onward flight
- Accommodation booking
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
- Visa application form
- Travel insurance
- Employment letter
- Bank statements 3 months
- Itinerary / hotel
Arrival card: None
Once Cyprus joins Schengen, a Schengen visa will fully cover it.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Cyprus · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.
Cyprus Short-Stay / Schengen-aligned Visa
Official fee: EUR 90- Validity
- Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
- Max stay
- 90 days
- Time to approval
- 10 to 15 working days
- Processing time
- 10 to 15 working days
- Where to apply
- Cyprus High Commission / VFS Global (in person)
Who needs it: Indian passport holders and other nationals requiring a visa. Singapore passport holders are visa-exempt (90 days).
Required documents
- Passport issued within last 10 years, valid 6+ months, with 2 blank pages
- Completed application form
- Recent passport photos
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement/certificate)
- Confirmed accommodation (hotel booking)
- Return flight itinerary
- Travel medical insurance
- Proof of purpose (invitation / conference confirmation)
Extra charges: VFS Global service fee (approx INR 1,750-2,200) additional; EUR 45 reduced fee for children 6-12
Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.
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