Cyprus Visa-free entry (EU member; Schengen accession pending): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide
Assistance Fee
+ Government fee (paid to authorities)
Free (exempt) · Cyprus national: €90 · Cyprus Short-Stay: EUR 90
See official fee detailsCyprus Visa-free entry (EU member; Schengen accession pending) at a glance
- Government visa fee
- Free
- HolidaySG service fee
- S$65.00
- Processing time
- On arrival
- 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).
- Arrival card
- None
Do you need a visa to 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 16 Aug 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.
Who can apply
Cyprus visa requirements by nationality
Top 30 passports| Passport | Requirement | Max stay | Need help? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇸🇬Singapore | Visa required | 90 days | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇲🇾Malaysia | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇮🇳India | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇮🇩Indonesia | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇵🇭Philippines | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇨🇳China | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇻🇳Vietnam | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇹🇭Thailand | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇰🇷South Korea | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇦🇺Australia | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇺🇸United States | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Visa-free | — | No visa needed |
| 🇫🇷France | Visa-free | — | No visa needed |
| 🇦🇪UAE | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇵🇰Pakistan | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇧🇩Bangladesh | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇱🇰Sri Lanka | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇭🇰Hong Kong | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇹🇼Taiwan | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇳🇿New Zealand | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇧🇷Brazil | Visa-free (up to 90 days) | 90 days | No visa needed |
| 🇷🇺Russia | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇿🇦South Africa | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇳🇬Nigeria | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇪🇬Egypt | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇲🇲Myanmar | Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.
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