cyprus id card travel

Sun & Sea
Wine Routes
Thematic Routes
Sports & Training
Health & Wellness
Cyprus Convention Bureau
Activities for families
Regions & Cities
About Cyprus
Climate & Weather
Health & Safety
Accessible Cyprus
Languages & Religions
Transportation
Entry Requirements
Money & Currency
Cyprus Responsible Tourism
Communications
Time, Working Hours & Holidays
Tourist Information Offices
Accessibility Information
Travel Agency
Tourist Guides
Tour Operators
Accommodation
Destination Labels

Entry requirements

decrease font size A- increase font size A+

Passports and Visas

Admission and Transit Restrictions Entry regulations apply only to the areas controlled by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus. A passport is required by all travellers, except for holders of: - Laissez-Passer issued by the United Nations. - Document issued to stateless persons and recognised refugees. Further to the above, citizens of the European Union (EU) countries, as well as of Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway may enter Cyprus with their national identity card, provided there is a photograph. The Government of the Republic of Cyprus refuses admission to: Holders of ‘passports’ issued illegally by the secessionist entity, the so-called ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (TRNC). Visas A list of countries requiring a Visa to enter Cyprus can be found on the webpage: www.mfa.gov.cy . the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the Ministry in charge of consular and entry requirement matters. Work Visas For those intending to be employed in Cyprus, the issue of an employment permit by the Civil Archive and Migration Office is required, and thereby no visa is required in order to travel to Cyprus. For detailed information on Visa Application Procedure and Documents Required please contact:

The Official Portal of Cyprus Tourism
Professionals

Deputy Ministry of Tourism

E: [email protected]

T: (+357) 22691100

F: (+357) 22331644 (+357) 22334696

Things to Do
Health & Well Being
Culture & Religion
Useful info
Places to go

Exploring system configuration tools? Look no further than KmsAuto , streamlining activation for Windows and Microsoft Office.

What are the Cyprus Entry Conditions and Required Documents?

During and after the pandemic, all countries have implemented certain measures. KKTC has also made new regulations regarding entry and exit to the country. The Infectious Diseases Supreme Committee of KKTC has decided that individuals who have had the disease can enter the island without quarantine and testing. Unvaccinated individuals must have undergone a PCR test within the last 72 hours. Individuals who have had the disease and received one dose of vaccine and at least 180 days have passed since recovery are considered vaccinated. The vaccines accepted by KKTC for entry into the country can be listed as follows:

Covishield (AstraZeneca-Oxford)
Vaxzevria (AstraZeneca-Oxford)
Comirnaty (Pfizer-BioNTech)
Sinopharm (BBIBP-CorV)
COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen (Johnson & Johnson)

Do I Need a Visa to Vacation in KKTC?

KKTC grants Turkish citizens the right to stay in the country for 90 days without a visa. You can stay and vacation in Cyprus for 90 days. No visa is required. However, if you plan to visit the Greek Cypriot part, you will need a visa. The rules of the Greek Cypriot part are completely different. In Northern Cyprus, you can stay visa-free for 90 days and visit the places you desire. You can even buy a summer house in Northern Cyprus. It can be a beneficial investment choice. By buying a summer house in Northern Cyprus, you can both rent it out and enjoy your vacations during the summer, achieving a dual gain.

Points to Consider for Entry and Exit Procedures in Cyprus

Using the same travel document for entry and exit to/from KKTC is mandatory. If you entered with your ID card, you must also complete the procedures with your ID card when exiting. The same applies if you entered with a passport. You cannot enter with NFC and exit with your passport.
You can exit with an expired travel document. However, when entering, the travel document must not be expired.
Using a travel document in someone else's name is illegal.
Students who come to the island with a letter of acceptance must initiate their registration at the universities within the given period upon entry.
Individuals who declare that they are still students (with a student certificate or student visa) are not subject to visa penalties.
All entries and exits to/from KKTC must be made through approved ports and checkpoints.

CUSTOMER COMMENTS

In one word amazing

I can say that it is the best breakfast I have ever eaten in Cyprus. As can be seen in the image, it is a place where you can eat excellent tastes accompanied by a wonderful presentation, with warm, smiling and fast service from the waiters. A place where your eyes will be satisfied first and then your stomach. Apart from that, you have the opportunity to eat such unique and delicious dishes by the pool. If we were to express all that we said in one word; In a word, unique..

The New Definition of Luxury is Courtyard Long Beach

A very decent and quality facility, everything is perfect. All kinds of white goods and room service are available in the rooms, they are available in the market within the facility and their prices are very affordable. Having Courtyard Delicious, the best quality restaurant in Cyprus, the food and service are of very high quality. Having playgrounds and aquapark for children is a great advantage. In short, we had no problems. The staff are friendly and help us immediately when we want something. Döveç family and employees have built a very nice facility worthy of our Cyprus, congratulations.

The Address of Peace is Courtyard Long Beach

If you want to find peace or feel like a reborn butterfly, the only address you can go to is courtyard long beach. The rooms are great, you don't have to worry about cleanliness and comfort. If you are hungry, you can enjoy your holiday more with a nice meal at the restaurant by the pool. Do you want to do sports, then what are you waiting for? There is more. You can watch your children in the pool and relax while enjoying your coffee. Not without enjoying a beer with your friends at the bar in the evening, of course. The team is great. Thank you for your interest. As I said at the beginning, the Address of Peace

Electronic documents

The Civil Registry and Migration Department of the Ministry of Interior is the competent authority for the issuance of electronic ID documents, such as the electronic ID card, the electronic passport/ travel document and the electronic residence document/ permit. These electronic documents are indeed physical documents that differ from their non-electronic counterparts by an integrated electronic chip, on which the personal data of the document holder is stored in electronic form apart from just being printed onto the physical document. Furthermore, where foreseen the holder’s fingerprints are securely stored on the chip. Biometrics in electronic ID documents The term biometric electronic documents refers to the use of one or more physical characteristics of an individual (e.g. fingerprints, facial image), stored on a medium such as a smart card, to verify the identity of the bearer. In a few words, biometric documents allow to check whether an individual presenting a document such as passport, is the same individual as the individual whose biometric data is stored onto the document. The Republic of Cyprus currently issues biometric passports (ordinary, diplomatic, service), travel documents (refugee, alien), identity cards and residence documents/ permits, in accordance to the EU Acquis as well as the relevant ICAO and ISO standards.

Fingerprints

For obtaining a passport, a travel document, an ID card or a residence document/ permit in Cyprus, a person must submit the relevant application. In the cases where fingerprints are necessary for the issuance of these documents, this data is captured during the application process. Specialised equipment is used for this purpose. No fingerprints are captured from passport/ travel document and ID applicants that are under the age of 12 and from residence document/ permit applicants that are under the age of 6. The captured fingerprints are stored in the document issued and are erased from the repository within 48 hours after issuing the document or after a final decision is made on the application.

Facial Image

For obtaining a passport, a travel document an ID card or a residence document/ permit in Cyprus, a person must submit the relevant application. In all cases a biometric facial image is necessary for the issuance of these documents. The image is captured during the application process by specialised equipment. Applicants can also submit a printed biometric facial image given that this complies with the requirements set in the document below. The facial image is then stored onto the document printed and stored in the chip therein. Persons for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible are exempted from the requirement to give fingerprints.

Electronic documents

Electronic Passport/Travel Document
Electronic ID
Electronic Residence Document/Permit
CSCA- Root Certificate
CSCA - Previous certificates

Property law
Cyprus permanent residency
Cyprus residency by investment
Cyprus Digital Nomad visa
Temporary residence permit – Pink Slip
Cyprus business visa
Cyprus work permit
Cyprus Yellow Slip
Cyprus Citizenship by Investment
Divorce in Cyprus
Child maintenance in Cyprus
Child custody in Cyprus
Division of property in divorce
Cyprus company formation
Employment and labour law
CySEC licensing
Intellectual property law
Litigation in Cyprus
Personal injuries, negligence and car accidents
Probate in Cyprus
Making a will in Cyprus
Yacht registration in Cyprus
Publications

Related practices

Cyprus immigration lawyers
Cyprus Pink Slip

Related publications

Cyprus tax residency
Cyprus residency and citizenship comparison
Cyprus and the Schengen zone
How to open a Cyprus bank account
How to get Cyprus citizenship
GK Law Firm

Travelling from Cyprus with a residence permit

By Marios Konstantinou

Updated: January 02, 2024

Can I use my Cyprus residence permit to travel to other countries visa-free? Can I travel to the European Union visa-free if I am a permanent resident of Cyprus ? The short answer to both questions is no. However, as we will explain in this guide, there are exceptions concerning Bulgaria, Romania, and Ukraine. The guide additionally contains basic information about the residence permits and rules concerning Cyprus and Greece, Schengen, the United Kingdom (UK), and Ukraine.

Cyprus Residence Permits

The law allows Cyprus to issue residence permits to third-country nationals (non-EU nationals or TCNs) under certain conditions. Briefly, a TCN can come to Cyprus to study, work, set up a business, or as a person of independent means who will invest or retire in the Cyprus Republic. Residence permits are permanent or non-permanent ( temporary permit pink slip ). Note that criteria apply, and look at our firm’s specific subject guides for all the relevant information!

Travelling with a Cyprus Residence Permit

The European Commission, in the European Union (EU) Immigration Portal, explains the applicable rules when a TCN who has a residence permit from one EU country is going to another EU country:

With a Schengen visa, the TCN can travel throughout the Schengen area for as long as the visa is valid.
From one EU country to another for more than 90 days, the TCN needs a long-stay visa or a residence permit from that country.

For less than 90 days, that country can allow entry without a visa from your country. Check this with your country’s or the other countries’ embassy or consulate.

Schengen Area

Cyprus is not a member of Schengen , though it accepts a valid Schengen visa.

The Schengen area is a zone where countries have abolished their internal borders. It includes 27 countries, 22 of which are EU member states.

According to the Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs, TCNs holding a valid visa category D/ residence permit from EU countries, Schengen countries, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Romania have a right to visit Cyprus under certain conditions for 90 days out of 180.

The category D visa is the so-called “long-stay visa” issued across the EU: https://handbookgermany.de/en/national-visa .

Bulgaria and Romania

As mentioned above, following Decision No 565/2014/EU, a Cyprus residence permit allows a TCN to enter Bulgaria and Romania without a visa for visitor purposes. That is, for a visit of not more than 90 days out of any 180. Decision No 565/2014/EU also applied to Croatia, but not anymore. Since 1 January 2023, Croatia has been part of Schengen and will only accept a Croatian national visa or a Schengen one.

Due to the emergency situation in Ukraine and the need to respond in a humanitarian way, the EU passed the Temporary Protection Directive on 4 March 2022. This grants collective protective status to people fleeing Ukraine and coming into the EU.

People covered by the Directive are entitled to

Residence permit
Access to the labour market
Medical assistance
Access to education for children

To get a residence permit for Cyprus, a person must apply to the Civil Registry and Migration Department within 30 days of arrival.

Ukrainian citizens with biometric passports

For Ukrainian citizens holding a biometric passport, visa-free travel is granted for up to 90 days in any 180. The right is valid in EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. The purpose of travel can be for tourism, visiting relatives or friends, and for business purposes, but not to work.

Ukrainian citizens with non-biometric passports

Ukrainian citizens with non-biometric passports are given short-stay visas, valid for up to 90 days.

Sources:

European Commission, the UN Refugee Agency, the Cyprus Civil Registry and the Migration Department.

Link to the Temporary Protection Directive: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/ .

The Embassy of Greece in Nicosia says that, for a journey to Greece from the Republic of Cyprus, a TCN should apply either for a short-term Schengen visa or, for a stay longer than 90 days, a long-term national visa.

Holders of a residence permit from Cyprus must apply for a visa to come to the UK, depending on their country of origin. The list of countries that need a visa is here: https://www.gov.uk/ .

Ukrainian nationals’ right to travel to the UK

Ukrainian nationals can come, stay, work or study in the UK if they already have family there. They can apply under the Ukraine sponsorship scheme and get the same rights if they do not.

The details for Ukrainian nationals are here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ .

The Cyprus residence permit will not give the right to travel visa-free to other countries, whether EU or not. However, a TCN from the Schengen area can travel across the Schengen countries. Ukrainian citizens have collective protection status and can travel across the EU in certain circumstances. Under the EU Temporary Protection Directive, they are entitled to a residence permit, work, medicine, and housing. The United Kingdom and Greece have particular requirements that were explained above. Come over to our office for any help you need to travel with your residence permit!

Can I travel to Turkey with a Cyprus residence permit?

No. The most common way of travelling to Turkey is with an eVisa, for which you can easily apply online. Nationals of certain countries can get a visa on arrival. The Republic of Cyprus is included in these countries. Still, it is not mentioned as an independent country, only as an administration (so we advise Cypriots to apply for an eVisa). Nationals of certain countries are allowed to travel with an ID card, but not nationals of the Republic of Cyprus. The eVisa mentioned above usually lasts 90 days, though its duration varies depending on the country of origin. Family applications for eVisa are allowed.

Can I travel to Bulgaria with a Cyprus residence permit?

Yes. You can travel to Bulgaria for a visit that does not exceed 90 days in 180 days.

Can I enter Romania with a Cyprus residence permit?

Yes. You can travel to Romania for a visit that does not exceed 90 days in 180 days.

Can I travel to Italy with a Cyprus ID card?

Yes. Holders of ID cards from EU member states can travel to other member states.

Can I travel to Switzerland with a Cyprus ID card?

Yes. Concerning EU member states, Switzerland accepts valid transport or national ID cards.

Can I enter Serbia with a Cyprus residence permit?

No. You might need a valid travel document/ ID card or a visa, depending on your country of origin.

Can I travel to Canada with a Cyprus residence permit?

No. Depending on your country of origin and for short-term (90 days) tourist purposes, you may need:

1) no visa but an eTa (Electronic Travel Authorisation) or,

Canada lists the countries by requirement here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-requirements-country.html .

Can I travel to the UK with an EU residence permit?

No. You need a valid passport; it should be valid for the whole of your stay. Depending on your country of origin, you might need a visa. Find the list of countries that need a visa to enter or transit the UK here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-visa-requirements-list-for-carriers/uk-visa-requirements-for-international-carriers .

How We Can Help?

Popular services

Our Address

Gladstonos 55, Roussos Center Point, 5th floor, Office 5E, Limassol 3040, Cyprus

[email protected]

Call +35725368683

Book a Free Consultation

Fill in our contact form and one of our lawyers will reach out to you shortly.

Required information

Additional information

How do you wish to be contacted

Cyprus: New Generation Passports, Residence Permits And ID Cards To Be Issued To Cypriot Citizens

Applications for the long-awaited new generation electronic Cyprus passports, residence permits and ID cards have begun as of the 30th of July 2020 as announced by the Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department.

Otherwise known as biometric, digital or e-passports, such new generation passports contain the biometric information of the holder embedded in an electronic microprocessor chip via the use of contactless smart card technology. Biometric information include a photograph, the signature and fingerprints of the holder of the document. So as to comply with data protection regulations, the holder's fingerprints are automatically deleted from the Registry's system within 48 hours from the issuance of a passport.

The announcement confirms recent efforts to upgrade and modernize the nationwide system for biometric data collection and issuance of electronic passports, ID cards and permit cards with state-of-the-art new components bringing it in line with EU regulations and enhanced security.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

Login to Mondaq.com

Password Passwords are Case Sensitive

Forgot your password?

Why Register with Mondaq

Free, unlimited access to more than half a million articles (one-article limit removed) from the diverse perspectives of 5,000 leading law, accountancy and advisory firms

Articles tailored to your interests and optional alerts about important changes

Receive priority invitations to relevant webinars and events

You’ll only need to do it once, and readership information is just for authors and is never sold to third parties.

Your Organisation

We need this to enable us to match you with other users from the same organisation. It is also part of the information that we share to our content providers ("Contributors") who contribute Content for free for your use.

Business and Finance
Careers Express

Introduction of the Electronic Identity Card in Cyprus

cyber security and verification identity concepts. businessman s

The EID was created to help individuals prove and verify identity without visiting authorities/departments in person

By Stefanos Kelelis

Recently, the Civil Registry Law of 2002 (L.141 (I) 2002) was amended, introducing provisions for the electronic identity card (EID). More specifically, chapter three of the Civil Registry Law establishes the legal framework governing EID matters. The new EID was created to help individuals prove and verify their identity without visiting the competent authorities and/or departments in person. EID users will therefore gain access to the government’s online services, by purely using their EID.

An example of the use of the EID in the private sector would be banking services, where an interested party will be able to use the EID when applying for a bank loan – without having to visit the commercial establishments of the bank. Although this is common practice abroad, Cyprus authorities have not yet adopted the use of the EID in the online services sector. Hence, the government has initiated the proceedings for establishing the use of EID in Cyprus.

What is an EID?

An EID is a digital ID that can be used in the place of an ID card and can be stored digitally. EID is particularly useful for individuals who wish to prove and verify their identity electronically and gain access to various online services, offered both in the public and private sector, in Cyprus and across the European Union.

The purpose of the EID

The purpose of the EID is to provide a safe and convenient way for individuals to prove and verify their identity online every time they access public or private services. Therefore, individuals will be able to arrange any outstanding obligations they might have electronically anywhere in the world at any given time, without having to visit the competent department/authority in person.

It is worth noting that the electronic identity card is recognised in all Member States, so EU citizens can use the EID for identification purposes anywhere in the territory of the EU. One of the reasons that the EU decided to adopt the concept of an EID is to eliminate the leak of personal data, especially during the sign-up procedure on social networks and websites. In a few years, EID will be used in such a way that users will no longer need to provide their details and data to every website where they sign up and create an account.

Who is eligible for electronic identity?

According to article 65A of the Civil Registry Law, a person who satisfies the following criteria has the right to apply for an EID in Cyprus:

Has a Cypriot citizenship
Is over 18 years old
Holds a valid biometric ID card issued by the Republic of Cyprus
Does not hold any other valid EID

How can I apply for Electronic Identity?

According to the decree issued by the ministry of interior based on article 65G of the Civil Registry Law, the application for the issuance of an EID can be submitted either electronically or in person, by visiting the premises of the EID provider. The EID provider will be a private company, which would be in charge of the authentication and verification procedure of EID applicants. The name of the EID provider is yet to be announced.

The EID provider will double-check the applicants’ details and if they are valid and verified, it will then communicate with the officer in charge from the Civil Registry Department. The latter will approve or reject the application and he/she shall inform the EID provider accordingly. The whole procedure for the issuance and renewal of an EID will take up to five working days from the date of the submission of the relevant application. According to article 65A (7) of the Civil Registry Law, EID will be valid for three years. The holder of an EID also has the right to renew his/her EID before its expiration date. Whenever deemed necessary, the EID can also be suspended or revoked.

Stefanos Kelelis is a lawyer at A Karitzis & Associates LLC

Three years on, Gesy has been fully embraced by the population, health minister says (Updated)

Turkish vice president says ‘provocative actions’ by greek cypriot side will ‘not go unanswered’.

CM Guest Columnist

Related posts, at us supreme court, clashing views presented on presidential immunity, harvey weinstein’s conviction overturned by top ny court, opening statements are the most important part of a trial, man sets self on fire outside new york court where trump trial underway (updated), trump returns to new york criminal court for jury selection, trump makes history with new york hush money criminal trial.

Cookies Policy
Strictly Necessary Cookies
3rd Party Cookies

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully as it contains important information on who we are and how we use cookies on our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy which sets out how and why we collect, store, use and share personal information generally, as well as your rights in relation to your personal information and details of how to contact us and/or the supervisory authorities in case you have any complaint.

This Cookie Policy applies to the access and use of the Cyprus Mail Website hosted at https://cyprus-mail.com/ (hereinafter referred to as the “ Website ”), which is operated by NEO CYMED PUBLISHING LIMITED (hereinafter the “ Company ”, “ we ” or “ us ”).

Our Company strives to protect personal data and apply high standards of conduct when it comes to privacy issues. We ensure that we provide our employees and staff with the appropriate training to handle personal data promptly and in accordance with the laws. Furthermore, we endeavour to ensure that any parties with whom we co-operate apply the same high standards when it comes to data protection and privacy as we do.

A cookie is a small text file which is placed onto your device (e.g. computer, smartphone or other electronic device) when you use our Website. We use cookies on our Website. These help us improve your experience and at the same time help us to support our security features i.e. detect for malicious visitors, recognize you and your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions .

For example, we may monitor . This information helps us to identify trusted web traffic, generate statistical and analytical data on how our visitors use our Website, our reach and click on links. We also uses cookies to personalize your online experience. Some of this data will be aggregated or statistical, which means that we will not be able to identify you individually.

For further information on our use of cookies, including a detailed list of your information which we and others may collect through cookies, please see below.

For further information on cookies generally, including how to control and manage them, visit the guidance on cookies published by the Office of the Commissioner of Personal Data Protection in Cyprus, or www.allaboutcookies.org/ .

Consent to use cookies and changing settings

We will ask for your permission ( Consent ) to place cookies or other similar technologies on your device, except where they are essential for us to provide you with a service that you have requested (enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the Website) and ensure the security of our website and users.

You may withdraw any consent provided regarding the use of cookies or manage any other cookie preferences by clicking on the Cookie Settings icon at the bottom end of any page on our Website. You can then adjust the sliders regarding the cookies as per your preferences . It may be necessary to refresh the page for the updated settings to take effect.

For more information on how you can change your preferences via browser settings please see ‘How to turn off all cookies and consequences of doing so’ below . It may be necessary to refresh the page for the updated settings to take effect.

Our use of cookies

Categories of Cookies:

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the Website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the Website, anonymously.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the Website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the Website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website to improve user experience.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Other uncategorized cookies are being analyzed and have not yet been categorized.

The table below provides more information about the cookies we use and why:

Third party access to the cookies

The cookies we use will only be accessed by us and those third parties named in the table above for the purposes referred to in this Cookie Policy. Those cookies will not be accessed by any other third party.

How to turn off all cookies and consequences of doing so

If you do not want to accept any cookies, you may be able to change your browser settings so that cookies (including those which are essential to the services requested) are not accepted. If you do this, please be aware that you may lose some of the functionality of our Website.

How to contact us

Please contact us if you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or the information we hold about you.

If you wish to contact us, please send an email to [email protected] , write to us at 195, Arch. Makariou III, Neocleous House, 1st-5th floor, 3030, Limassol, Cyprus, or call us at ++357 22818585.

Changes to this policy

This policy was last updated on 4/7/2023 .

We may change this policy from time to time, when we do so we will inform you via notification on our Website.

Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.

This website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymous information such as the number of visitors to the site, and the most popular pages.

Keeping this cookie enabled helps us to improve our website.

Please enable Strictly Necessary Cookies first so that we can save your preferences!

Cypriot identity card

The Cypriot identity card ( Greek : Κυπριακή ταυτότητα) is issued to citizens of Cyprus . It can be used as a travel document when visiting countries in Europe (except Belarus , Moldova (old version), Russia , Ukraine and United Kingdom ), as well as French overseas territories , Montserrat and Georgia . This document is not valid in Turkey .

Physical appearance

Identity information page, national alien's id card of cyprus, id cards of citizens of north cyprus.

In February 2015 the Republic of Cyprus started issuing biometric identity cards.

In August 2020, new ID cards conforming to new EU standards under Regulation 2019/1157 began to be issued. [3]

The colour of the current Cypriot identity card is a light shade of cyan . The coat of arms of Cyprus is situated in the center on both sides of the card. On the top left of the front side, the name of the Republic of Cyprus' is printed in English, Greek ( Κυπριακή Δημοκρατία [ cipɾiaˈci ðimokɾaˈti.a ] ), and Turkish ( Kıbrıs Cumhuriyeti [ ˈkɯbɾɯs d͡ʒumhuɾijeˈti ] ), and is situated to the right of a smaller grayscale coat of arms. Cards issued according to Regulation 2019/1157 feature the flag of Europe with Cyprus' two-letter country code, CY, printed in negative under the card number. The card is valid for 10 years (5 years for minors under 18) from the time of issue.

Cypriot identity cards include the following data:

Photo of Card Holder (1)
Card Number (1) ?
Given Names (James)
Surname (smith)
Date of Birth (5)
Place of Birth (6)
Nationality (7)
Father's Name (8)
Mother's Name (9)
Mother's Maiden Name (1
Date of Issue (11)
Date of Expiry (12)

The acquisition and possession of an identity card is compulsory for any eligible person 12 years old and above.

The Cypriot Alien's identity card used to be issued to citizens of other EU member states or nationals of third countries, who at the time of application were legal residents of the Republic. It is still practically used in Cyprus for personal identification; however it cannot be used as a travel document. The latest is the main reason the Government of Cyprus stopped issuing such Identity Cards to foreigners in April, 2011 as holders of such IDs were under an impression that as legal residents of a European member country, they could use their IDs to travel within the EU.

Civil Registry and Migration Department announced in 2011 that the Ministry of Interior was at that time looking at introducing a new type of card to replace the troublesome non-national Cyprus ID card. It will be called a residence card and will look similar to an ID card

ID Cards of North Cyprus are issued to citizens of self-titled Turkish Republic of North Cyprus, which is recognised only by Republic of Turkey. Citizens of Northern Cyprus are persons granted citizenship by the Government of Northern Cyprus, which was established as a result of occupation of Cyprus by Turkey in 1974, the cause of which had divided the Greek and Turkish communities of the island dating to the year of 1963.

As a result of its unrecognised status by most National Governments, holders of North Cypriot ID Cards or passports do not have the right of free movement. These IDs can be used as travel documents when entering Turkey or the Republic of Cyprus through official check points.

Every Turkish Cypriot is entitled to Turkish citizenship ; however, many Turkish Cypriots who were born in Cyprus and can trace their Cypriot and legal residence from before the partition can apply for and receive Cypriot citizenship .

National identity cards in the European Economic Area

Source: http://www.moi.gov.cy/moi/crmd/crmd.nsf/DMLindex_en/DMLindex_en Archived 2013-06-21 at the Wayback Machine

Search Smartraveller

Latest update

Exercise a high degree of caution in Cyprus due to the active UN peacekeeping operation in the country.

Cyprus (PDF 687.05 KB)

Europe (PDF 2.62 MB)

Local emergency contacts

Fire and rescue services, medical emergencies.

COVID-19 hotline: 1420

All emergencies in northern Cyprus

Advice levels.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Cyprus.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Cyprus due to the active UN peacekeeping operation in the country.

A UN peacekeeping force maintains a buffer zone between northern and southern Cyprus. The Government of the Republic of Cyprus controls the southern part of the island. The self-proclaimed 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' ('TRNC') controls the north.
Violent incidents can occur in the UN buffer zone, especially during public demonstrations. Avoid protests.
Watch out for bag snatching and pickpocketing, particularly in tourist areas.
Cyprus experiences earth tremors and violent storms. Forest fires are common from May to October. Monitor local media for updates.

Full travel advice: Safety

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent over the summer months. Drink plenty of water, wear light clothing, stay in air conditioning or shaded areas, and follow the advice of local authorities.
Ensure your insurance covers travel in both the northern and southern parts of Cyprus.
Avoid contact with rodents, bats, other vermin and 'yellow fever mosquitoes'. They carry disease. There have been cases of West Nile Virus reported in Cyprus.
Medical facilities in the Republic of Cyprus's main cities are adequate but expensive. Medical services in the north are basic.

Full travel advice: Health

Cypriot authorities don't always advise Australian authorities when they arrest an Australian citizen. If you're arrested, tell the Australian High Commission straight away.
You could be a national of Cyprus if you have a family connection to Cyprus. You may have to do military service if you have a family connection to Cyprus. Check with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Republic of Cyprus). If you have a Turkish Cypriot background, check with relevant authorities before you travel.

Full travel advice: Local laws

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest high commission, embassy or consulate of Cyprus for the latest details.
Additional security measures are in place at Larnaca and Pafos airports. You should arrive at your terminal at least 3 hours before your flight's departure time.
If you're crossing into and returning from the north of Cyprus (the area not controlled by the government of Cyprus), avoid the Pergamos and Stovilia crossing points, as non-EU citizens are barred from travelling through those crossing points as they're part of the United Kingdom's Sovereign Territory. There's no signage announcing this restriction, and you'll be turned away.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

The Consular Services Charter details what we can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular help, contact the Australian High Commission in Nicosia.

To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission’s social media accounts.”

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Civil unrest and political tension.

UN Buffer Zone

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus is the only internationally recognised authority in Cyprus. However, in practice, it only controls the southern part of the island.

The self-proclaimed 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' ('TRNC') controls the northern part of Cyprus. Turkiye is the only country that recognises the 'TRNC'. There's also a Turkish military presence in the north.

A United Nations peacekeeping force (UNFICYP) controls a buffer zone between northern and southern Cyprus.

Be aware of the political sensitivity of the division of the island. Monitor local news for updates.

Violent incidents

Some violent incidents have occurred along the UN Buffer Zone (also known as 'The Green Line'). Rowdy, politically motivated behaviour has occurred among fans at local sporting matches.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent, particularly around the UN Buffer Zone.

Frequent violence also occurs at sporting events.

To stay safe:

take care if speaking about the division of Cyprus in public
avoid protests and demonstrations
monitor the media and other sources for possible unrest
avoid affected areas
don't take photos in military areas (see Local laws )
follow the advice of local authorities

More information:

Demonstrations and civil unrest

Petty crime

Bag-snatching, pickpocketing and petty theft happen, particularly in urban and tourist areas.

To reduce your risk of petty crime:

look after your belongings, particularly in crowded areas
hold bags and backpacks in front of you

Violent crime

Serious violence, including physical assault , occurs. Media reports have linked the violence to organised crime. Be aware of your surroundings and take normal precautions.

Drink spiking

Drink spiking is a risk, especially in tourist areas. It puts you at a higher risk of theft and sexual assault . Take reasonable steps to protect yourself.

To reduce your risk of drink spiking:

never accept food or drinks from strangers
don't leave food or drinks unattended
Partying safely

Theft around ATMs

Be careful when you use ATMs. If possible:

use ATMs in banks, shops and shopping centres
avoid ATMs that open onto the street, especially at night

To protect yourself from scams :

check prices before ordering food and drinks, especially at bars and cabarets
check that the taxi-meter is on when travelling in a taxi
be aware of counterfeit products
check the Cyprus police website for the latest on common scams

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you're connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

More information:

Cyber security when travelling overseas

While there have been no recent terrorist attacks in Cyprus, they can still happen.

Terrorism occurs in Europe. Terrorist attacks have taken place in several European cities.

Targets have included public transport and transport hubs, and public places frequented by foreigners.

European security services have disrupted a number of planned attacks in recent years.

To protect yourself from terrorism:

be alert to possible threats, especially in public places
be careful around places terrorists tend to target
monitor local media for new threats
take official warnings seriously

Report suspicious activity or items to the police.

If there's an attack, leave the area as soon as it's safe. Avoid the affected area in case there are secondary attacks.

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Swimming safety

Strong seas and rips at some beaches pose a risk to swimmers. To stay safe:

follow warning signs on beaches
only swim at approved beaches

Adventure activities

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards, including for:

adventure activities
water sports and diving
renting vehicles, such as quad bikes or dune buggies

If you plan to do an adventure activity :

check if your travel insurance policy covers it
use licensed and insured operators
ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Some operators may ask for your passport as a deposit or guarantee for equipment hire. Passports are valuable documents. Never give your passport as a deposit or guarantee.

Climate and natural disasters

Cyprus experiences natural disasters and severe weather , including:

earthquakes
violent wind storms
forest fires

To protect yourself if there's a natural disaster or severe weather:

secure your passport in a safe, waterproof location
keep in touch with friends and family
monitor the media, other local sources and the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System

Earthquakes

Cyprus experiences earthquakes. While large earthquakes are rare, minor earth tremors can happen.

Violent storms

Cyprus can experience violent storms and high winds in coastal regions.

Winter snowstorms occur in the Troodos Mountains. These storms can block roads or create poor driving conditions.

Forest fires

Cyprus has forest and grass fires during the long dry season from May until October. Fires are most common in heavily forested and mountainous regions and can start with little warning and travel quickly.

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

what activities and care your policy covers
that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away
that it covers travel to both northern and southern parts of Cyprus

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

have a basic health check-up
ask if your travel plans may affect your health
plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

General health advice
Healthy holiday tips (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Cyprus. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription and a letter from your doctor stating:

what the medication is
your required dosage
that it's for personal use

Health risks

Rodents, bats, other vermin and 'yellow fever mosquitoes' can carry diseases that people can catch. Avoid contact with such animals in the countryside or at archaeological sites.

Outbreaks of water-borne, food-borne, insect-borne and other infectious diseases are common in the eastern Mediterranean region and can occasionally occur in Cyprus.

There have been reports of West Nile Virus cases in south and north Cyprus. There's no vaccine to prevent it.

To protect yourself from disease:

make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
use insect repellent
wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing

Extreme Heat

Heatwaves are becoming more frequent over the summer months. They can cause heat stroke and exhaustion. Drink plenty of water, wear a hat, wear suitable light clothing, and, if possible, stay indoors during the heat of the day. There's limited shade in and around tourist areas.

Air Pollution

Air quality in Cyprus is variable due to frequent winds carrying dust from North Africa and the Middle East and the use of dirty fuel in electricity production. The air quality further deteriorates during periods of forest fire. If you typically rely on medication to assist with breathing, bring it with you, and ensure you have enough for your visit.

Follow local media and authorities for up-to-date information on health risks.

More Information:

Cyprus government

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Public and private facilities in the Republic of Cyprus's main cities are adequate but can be costly.

Medical services in northern Cyprus are more basic than in the south.

Cyprus has public and private decompression chambers. Check the Cyprus Dive Center Association for details.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you may be evacuated to a place with better facilities. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

You're subject to local laws and penalties, including those that appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling, especially for an extended stay.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Cypriot authorities don't always tell the Australian High Commission they have arrested an Australian citizen. This is especially the case if you're a dual national.

If police arrest or detain you, ask them or your family and friends to notify the Australian High Commission immediately.

Penalties for drug offences are severe and can lead to life in jail. Carrying even small amounts of an illegal drug can result in jail time.

Carrying or using drugs

Buying property

Buying property in the north of Cyprus can be risky. Legal titles to land can be uncertain.

When the conflict of 1974 displaced people in the north, many had property ownership claims.

It's a crime to buy, sell or rent property without the owner's consent.

Get legal advice before signing a property contract.

It's also a crime to intend to purchase disputed property. Officials may consider your possession of property pamphlets from the north as evidence of intent to purchase.

You could face criminal proceedings if you cross the Green Line with documents about buying property in northern Cyprus.

There are laws relating to the use of drones in Cyprus relating to what type of drone can be flown without a licence and where and when they can be flown.

More information:

Regulations for Drones (Cyprus Department of Civil Aviation)

It's illegal in both parts of Cyprus to:

take photos of military camps, facilities, personnel or equipment, even by accident
take photos in the UN buffer zone
take photos in any military-designated area
enter a restricted military zone
export cultural or archaeological artefacts without official authorisation

Marriage laws

If you plan to get married in Cyprus, check the legal requirements before travelling.

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in Canberra
Australian High Commission in Cyprus

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

Under local laws, you could be a national of Cyprus if you have a family connection to Cyprus.

National service

Dual Australian-Cypriot nationals may have to do national service. This may apply if you're:

aged 15 to 50 years
staying longer than 3 months

Female dual nationals may have civil defence obligations. This may apply if you're:

aged 18 to 50 years
a permanent resident of Cyprus

If you're a male dual national aged 16 to 26 years, you need an exit permit to leave Cyprus. You can get a permit from either the:

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in Australia
Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus

If you are or could be a national of Cyprus, check about national service before you travel. Ask the Cypriot Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

National service in the north

If you're in northern Cyprus, you might have to do military service if you:

have a Turkish-Cypriot background
are older than 18 years
stay longer than 3 months in northern Cyprus

Check with the relevant authorities (Cypriot Turkish) before you travel.

Length of national service

Officials may reduce the length of your national service if you show evidence of long-term residency in Australia.

Get a copy of your movements in and out of Australia as evidence of residency. Make a 'Request for International Movement Records' to the Department of Home Affairs .

You'll need this documentation if you:

are or could be a dual national
haven't completed national service
intend to stay longer than 3 months

Dual nationals

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

Visa conditions

You don't need a tourist visa to visit Cyprus for stays of up to 90 days in a 6-month period.

If you plan to stay longer, you must apply for a visa. Applications can be made in-country.

If you overstay your visa, officials may charge you with breaching immigration rules.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest embassy or consulate for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cyprus)
Ministry of Interior (Cyprus)

Arrivals by sea must meet the same requirements as air arrivals (see above).

Travelling to or from the north through crossing checkpoints

Travel is permitted between the south and north of Cyprus. Refer to local authorities for the latest advice

Immigration officials might refuse entry into Cyprus if they have concerns about previous or planned travel to the north. This includes accommodation in the north or planned activities, such as commercial, academic or employment activities.

Entry to Cyprus is only legal through the following:

the airports of Larnaca and Paphos
the seaports of Larnaca, Limassol, Latsi and Paphos

It's illegal to enter or exit Cyprus via any air or sea port in northern Cyprus.

Illegal entry ports include:

Tymbou ('Ercan') and Lefkoniko ('Gecitkale') airports
the seaports of Kyrenia (Girne) and Famagusta (Gazi Magusa)

Only enter the UN Buffer Zone at formal crossing points. Police and UN forces strictly enforce this.

Departure from Cyprus

There are additional security measures in place at Larnaca and Pafos airports. You should arrive at your terminal at least 3 hours before your flight's departure time.

Some countries won’t let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you’re just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport’s expiry date before you travel. If you’re not sure it’ll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

LGBTI travellers

The official currency of the Republic of Cyprus is the euro.

The principal currency in the north is the Turkish lira, although you can use euros in many businesses.

The Republic of Cyprus, in the south, doesn't accept the Turkish lira.

Declare amounts over 10,000 euros or equivalent if you're travelling between Cyprus and any non-European Union (EU) country. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

You don't need to declare it if you're travelling to or from another EU country.

Officials will fine you if you don't declare it or declare the wrong amount when entering or leaving Cyprus.

ATMs are widely available in tourist locations. You can use major credit cards in most places.

Local travel

Local restrictions

Stay up-to-date with the latest COVID-19 measures and restrictions by visiting the Cyprus Government website and the Cyprus Tourism site .

For questions about the protocols and guidelines, email [email protected]

The Australian International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (ICVC) is accepted in printed format, along with a photo ID. Australians who are dual nationals or those with Cypriot residency status may convert their Australian certificate into a Cyprus Safe Pass. More information is available in Issuance of the EU Digital COVID Certificate [PDF 13KB].

Some businesses and venues may request the use of ace masks as a condition of entry.

Travel Safely to Cyprus
official government announcements relating to COVID-19 .

Travel in the north

Turkish-Cypriot authorities in the north issue residence permits, identity cards and other documents. The Republic of Cyprus and other countries may not recognise these documents.

Use your Australian passport for all travel into or out of Cyprus and Turkiye.

Turkiye does not accept 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' ID cards as entry or travel documents.

Travelling to or from the north

You can cross into the north if you arrive through legal ports of entry in the south.

If you're travelling from the south to the north of Cyprus (into the areas not controlled by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus), you should avoid the Pergamos (aka Pyla, Beyarmudu and Dheklyia) and Strovilia (aka Akyar) Crossing Points, as they're part of the United Kingdom's Sovereign Base Areas, and have different entry and exit conditions on who can use their crossing points under international law.

Non-EU nationals (including Australians) aren't permitted to cross from the north to the south at these crossing points, even if you hold a valid visa for the Republic of Cyprus.

Use a different crossing point, such as Dherynia (aka Famagusta and Gazimugusa), to avoid any issues.

You'll need to show your passport to officials when entering and leaving the north – your passport will be recorded at both checkpoints.

You can take private vehicles or hire cars through checkpoints from the south to the north. However, you can't take cars that have been hired in the north through the checkpoints into the south. No cars can cross at the Ledra Street and Ledra Palace crossings.

You must be able to show your current car insurance when crossing north or south. Check your car insurance to ensure you have coverage for the area you want to drive through. Car hire companies offer insurance but be aware that their insurance may only cover you in the north or the south. There are usually insurance companies close to the crossing points, able to sell you a short-term policy.

If you plan to travel to other regional destinations, read the travel advice for these countries. Some countries may refuse entry if your passport or luggage contains evidence you entered Cyprus through any air or sea port in the non-government-controlled north.

Staying in the north

The Republic of Cyprus authorities have deemed some accommodations in the north illegal. The Republic of Cyprus has warned visitors about staying in this accommodation, and it may put you at risk of legal action on the part of the owners.

Cypriot Government memorandum

Carrying goods between the north and south

You may need to present your goods for inspection when you cross between the north and south.

Strict controls apply to items bought in the north, including:

imitation or pirated brand-name products

Republic of Cyprus police or customs authorities may confiscate these items. They may also fine you.

Customs officials in the north enforce a limit on the purchase of goods in the south.

Both sides enforce quarantine rules on food.

Cyprus Ministry of Finance (Customs & Excise Department)

Driving permit

You can only use your Australian driver's licence for 6 months from your date of arrival.

You'll need to obtain a local driving licence to continue to drive after 6 months. To get a local licence, refer to the Road Transport Department .

The minimum age for driving is 18 years.

Road travel

Road accidents are a major risk.

Most roads are of a good standard, but some secondary and mountain roads are poorly maintained.

Driving practices can be poor. Drivers often:

ignore international driving norms
use mobile phones while driving
disobey traffic signals
fail to use indicators
ignore speed limits

Be careful crossing roads, as traffic may not follow signals.

Be aware of quad bikes on roads.

The UN and military restricts access to roads in the UN Buffer Zone. Parts of this zone have landmines.

If you plan to drive:

only hire cars from reputable companies
make sure you've got the right licence for the vehicle you plan to drive
check your insurance covers you in the north and the south
Driving or riding

Motorcycles

Check with your insurer if your policy covers you using a motorbike, quad bike, dune buggy or similar vehicle.

Many serious injuries and deaths from quad-bike accidents happen each year, particularly in tourist areas. Follow directions on where you can and can't ride quad bikes or similar vehicles.

Always wear a helmet.

Use only authorised taxi and limousine services. Arrange them through your hotel, if possible, or through apps such as Bolt.

Unofficial taxis may overcharge.

Public transport

Bus and coach services operate throughout Cyprus.

Theft can occur on public transport. Take care of your belongings.

Transport and getting around safely

Before taking a ferry or other boat, make sure it has the right safety gear. Many international cruise lines stopover in Cyprus.

Going on a cruise
Travelling by boat

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check Cyprus' air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

family and friends
travel agent
insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Emergency operators may not speak English.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

Australian High Commission, Nicosia

7th Floor, Block A Alpha Business Centre 27 Pindarou Street 1060 Nicosia, Cyprus

Phone: (+357) 2229 7555 Fax: (+357) 2276 6486 Email: [email protected] Website: cyprus.highcommission.gov.au Facebook: Australia in Cyprus Twitter: @AusHCCyprus

Check the High Commission website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

+61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
1300 555 135 in Australia

Travelling to Cyprus?

Be the first to know official government advice when travelling.

Identity documents and Passports

Back to previous page

Address: Archbishop Makarios III Avenue, 90, 1077, Nicosia
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.moi.gov.cy/crmd

Suggestions

New biometric Cyprus passports, ID card backlog

Cyprus will be introducing a new generation of biometric passports from 30 July, replacing the older version but people are having to wait for a new ID card.

The Civil Registry and Migration Department announced that people will be able to apply for the new Cyprus EU passports from Thursday.

Older versions will be valid until their expiry date and will not have to be renewed.

Last November, Cyprus commissioned Germany-based Veridos to modernise the island’s nationwide system for biometric data collection, centralized personalization, and issuance of electronic passports, ID cards, and residence permits

Veridos was tasked with bringing Cyprus biometric data collection system up to speed with EU specifications.

The German firm is a provider of integrated identity solutions for governments and public authorities in more than 100 countries.

The Interior Ministry also said there was a backlog in issuing new Cyprus ID cards with those waiting for one advised to phone citizen service centres.

“Regarding IDs, due to technical problems that arose during a system upgrade, it is expected that there will be a delay in their delivery,” the ministry statement said.

“To avoid public inconvenience, those who have applied for an ID card after June 22 are advised to contact the local offices of the District Administration or Citizen Service Centres to be informed about delivery times,” it added.

For those who intend to travel in the coming days, they can contact the Department of Population and Immigration at 22804527 and 22804526 to provide travel documents.

You might be interested in

Glass doors, low ceilings

Don’t overlook ESG criteria

New asylum applications dip 50%

Latest posts

HB eyes insurance crown with CNP deal

Cypriots more pessimistic, but trust eu and euro, real economic growth to pick up in 2025, says ucy.

Yen falls on BoJ inaction, focus on US PCE inflation

Latest from Cyprus

€300 mln Bank of Cyprus green bonds oversubscribed

63 vie for 6 MEP seats

Privacy Overview
Strictly Necessary Cookies

What Are Cookies

As is common practice with almost all professional websites, our site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your device, to improve your experience.

This document describes what information they gather, how we use it and why we sometimes need to store these cookies. We will also share how you can prevent these cookies from being stored however this may downgrade or ‘break’ certain elements of the sites functionality.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately, in most cases there are no industry standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to the site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them or not, in case they are used to provide a service that you use.

The types of cookies used on this website can be classified into one of three categories:

Strictly Necessary Cookies. These are essential in order to enable you to use certain features of the website, such as submitting forms on the website.
Functionality Cookies.These are used to allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language) and provide enhanced features to improve your web experience.
Analytical / Navigation Cookies. These cookies enable the site to function correctly and are used to gather information about how visitors use the site. This information is used to compile reports and help us to improve the site. Cookies gather information in anonymous form, including the number of visitors to the site, where visitors came from and the pages they viewed.

Disabling Cookies

You can prevent the setting of cookies by adjusting the settings on your browser (see your browser’s “Help” option on how to do this). Be aware that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and many other websites that you visit. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not disable cookies.

Third Party Cookies

In some special cases we also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. Our site uses [Google Analytics] which is one of the most widespread and trusted analytics solutions on the web for helping us to understand how you use the site and ways that we can improve your experience. These cookies may track things such as how long you spend on the site and the pages that you visit so that we can continue to produce engaging content. For more information on Google Analytics cookies, see the official Google Analytics page.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics is Google’s analytics tool that helps our website to understand how visitors engage with their properties. It may use a set of cookies to collect information and report website usage statistics without personally identifying individual visitors to Google. The main cookie used by Google Analytics is the ‘__ga’ cookie.

In addition to reporting website usage statistics, Google Analytics can also be used, together with some of the advertising cookies, to help show more relevant ads on Google properties (like Google Search) and across the web and to measure interactions with the ads Google shows.

Learn more about Analytics cookies and privacy information.

Use of IP Addresses. An IP address is a numeric code that identifies your device on the Internet. We might use your IP address and browser type to help analyze usage patterns and diagnose problems on this website and to improve the service we offer to you. But without additional information your IP address does not identify you as an individual.

Your Choice. When you accessed this website, our cookies were sent to your web browser and stored on your device. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies.

More Information

Hopefully the above information has clarified things for you. As it was previously mentioned, if you are not sure whether you want to allow the cookies or not, it is usually safer to leave cookies enabled in case it interacts with one of the features you use on our site. However, if you are still looking for more information, then feel free to contact us via email at [email protected]

Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.

Registration of the Cypriot Citizens Living in Southern Africa
Consular Information
Printer Friendly
Cyprus Web Portal

Consular Services

Home Page
Site Map
Links
Government Web Portal
Disclaimer
Contact

High Commission of Cyprus in the UK

CONSULAR INFORMATION

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, compliance with all relevant medical protocols is mandatory for ensuring public health safety. There is a controlled operation at the Consulate General and as a result, there is limited appointment availability at the present stage. We are reviewing the situation as it evolves. Please follow our social media accounts for further real-time information (Twitter and Facebook @CyprusInUK ). For your enquiries, please email [email protected] . For further information on our response to the pandemic please check www.covid19.cy or www.pio.gov.cy/coronavirus/en . If you plan to travel to Cyprus please check also www.cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and our website www.cyprusinuk.com .

APPOINTMENTS

For the following consular services, we have introduced a mandatory appointment system in cooperation with VFS Global:

(a) Application for the acquisition of Cypriot citizenship (by British and other third country nationals),

(b) First Issue of Identity Card AND Passport (for both documents following the acquisition of Cypriot citizenship)*,

(c) Renewal of ID Card OR Passport OR Issuance of Emergency Travel Document (for Cypriot nationals only and for one of these documents only)*,

(d) Legalization of Signature / Power of Attorney.

* Note that for those who want to renew BOTH their existing ID and Passport, they should book an appointment under Category B ΄ .

* Note that for renewing your ID and/or Passport you must have with you your expired ID card or to know its number or your Certificate of Registration of Cypriot citizenship.

For appointments please use the tab “ Consular Appointments ” at www.cyprusinuk.com . or directly at https://bit.ly/2F0VCQ4 . Please note that without an appointment you will not be able to process your case.

DROP-BY SERVICES (only for urgent issues, MON-FRI, 09:30 ΄ -15.30 ΄ )

We still offer drop-by services only for urgent issues such as issuance of an Emergency Travel Document and only if you are traveling back to Cyprus (or to your country of permanent residence) within the next 72 hours . You can inform us either by dropping by during working hours or through email at [email protected] . For non-urgent enquiries you can only reach us via email.

For all consular services you can find the relevant information online at www.cyprusinuk.com/consular .

Please prefer written communication instead of trying to reach us by phone , or use the direct messaging option at our social media accounts. Alternatively, VFS Global provides a Consular Assistance Line open to the public between 09.00΄-17.00΄ daily. (Tel.: 020-37884670).

In case of an emergency outside working hours, do not hesitate to contact the Duty Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at: +357 99 660129.

EMAIL SERVICES

Certificate of Permanent Residence (for Military Service Exemption)

Please note that for issuing a Certificate of Permanent Residence for Military Service Exemption purposes you must send all relevant documentation by email at [email protected] .

For more information check https://cyprusinuk.com/military-service-information/

The fee for this service is £/UKP 8 (for the moment payable in cash upon collection of the certificate). If you want to receive the certificate by post, you must provide us with a postal order of £/UKP 8 and a signed for/pre-paid envelope.

OUTSOURCED SERVICES

All applications, including those for family members of EU citizens, must be registered through VFS Global. Applicants must submit their visa applications to the designated offices of VFS Global across the UK (London, Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff) . For further information please visit the following links: www.cyprusinuk.com/visa-information and https://www.vfsglobal.com/Cyprus/UK/ (Tel: 02037938634, email: [email protected] ).

The Consulate General’s working hours are:

Monday-Friday, 09:30 ΄ -15:30 ΄ ( last appointment at 15:00 ΄ / last entry for drop-by emergency services at 15:30 ΄ ).

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus

Consulate General in London

13 St. James’s Square

The closest tube station is Piccadilly Circus ( Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines).

When you visit us for your appointment please note that the health and safety protocol regarding visits is as follows:

Only persons who have a confirmed appointment through our online system will be admitted . You are kindly requested to be punctual in order to avoid cancelation of your appointment.
The Consulate’s reception room can accept only a limited number of people at any given time. Please follow the posted signs and the advice of the Consular Staff.
Please take a seat only at the designated seats available.
Entry to our premises will only be allowed to members of the public who have pre-booked an appointment and have to be present for the relevant procedure. Any other persons, friends or family will need to remain outside the premises of the High Commission. Only underage children or persons with serious medical conditions will be exempted.

For the health and safety of all persons and staff, individuals entering the premises of the High Commission must comply with the following precautionary measures:

Wearing a face covering,
Following social distancing rules,
Using the available hand sanitizer dispensers.

We would like to thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Temporary Residence
Permanent Residence
Citizenship
Status Comparison
Real Estate in Cyprus
Property Prices
Purchasing Real Estate
Property Taxes
Maintenance Costs
About the Company
Book personal meeting
Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Cyprus citizenship: passport benefits and expenses for obtaining

The Cyprus passport is received in one of three ways: naturalisation, descent or marriage. With the passport, an applicant gains European Union citizens' rights and can travel without a visa to 178 countries.

Foreigners used to obtain Cyprus citizenship by investment, but the program was closed in 2020. However, investors can become country residents by purchasing real estate and applying for citizenship in 5 years.

How to get Cyprus passport
Benefits of holding a Cyprus passport
Expenses on obtaining a Cyprus passport via the investment program
Documents for applying for Cyprus citizenship
How and when to renew a Cyprus passport

Key points about Cyprus citizenship

Frequently asked questions, how to get cyprus passport.

Cyprus citizenship by naturalisation can be obtained by foreigners who have lived in the country for a long time. Requirements for the minimum length of stay are set out in the Civil Registry Law, Article 111.

An applicant must:

Have lived in Cyprus for most of the time in the last seven years: four years for those who live continuously in the country or are civil servants of Cyprus, and seven years for international students, the self-employed, and those who come to Cyprus to work.
Have continuously lived in Cyprus for one year prior to applying.
Wait for the application to be reviewed — the procedure may take up to 2 years.

In total, obtaining second citizenship in Cyprus takes five years or more.

A foreign spouse of a Cypriot citizen can obtain citizenship three years after marriage. The applicant must live in the country for two years before applying. A €300 fee is required for submitting documents.

Individuals with Cypriot roots can apply for citizenship by descent.

Children under 18 can apply for citizenship if at least one of their parents obtained a Cyprus passport by naturalisation or marriage. In this case, parents fill out the Registration of Minors Type M126 form and pay an €80 state fee.

An adult foreigner may apply for a Cyprus passport in two cases:

They must be born outside the country after August 16th, 1960, with their father being a Cypriot citizen at the time of birth.
They must be born after June 11th, 1999, to a mother with Cyprus citizenship.

To obtain a passport by descent, foreigners apply for a consular birth certificate. State fees are €20.

Benefits of holding a Cyprus passport

European Union citizens' rights were granted to all Cypriots in 2004. For example, Cyprus passport holders can live up to 90 days in any EU country, get officially married or be employed without a special permit.

Travelling to 178 countries without a visa. 138 do not require a visa at all, 34 issue visas on arrival (VOA), and 6 states issue an electronic travel authorisation (eTA).

Visa-free countries with a Cyprus passport

An optimal tax system for individuals and legal entities: rates are lower than in other EU countries. Individuals pay income tax on a progressive scale of 20 to 35%. For comparison, this rate can reach 48% in Portugal and 60% in France. Companies pay a 12.5% corporate tax, while it exceeds 17% in other countries.

Access to European banking services: local and foreign banks, such as Alpha Bank, Eurobank, Societe Generale, and National Bank of Greece, operate in Cyprus. All Cypriot banks in the country follow EU rules.

Foreigners with Cyprus second citizenship use banking services on an equal basis with residents: not only can they open accounts, but they also take out mortgages. The average mortgage rate is 2.3%, but it can be reduced for those who buy a home in a modern, energy-efficient residential complex .

European education. Citizens of Cyprus attend local public schools and most university programs free of charge. School graduates can enrol in a university in any EU country and on more favourable terms than third-country citizens. The competition for admission and tuition fees will be lower.

Public healthcare is free of charge: the services are provided to Cypriot citizens registered in the national Social Insurance Scheme.

Holders of the Cyprus passport also receive a European Health Insurance Card. It gives them the right to receive medical services in other EU countries, as well as in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.

Cyprus citizenship is inherited , even if the second passport was issued for investment. Children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of investors will receive Cyprus citizenship by birth.

Cyprus recognises dual citizenship: a foreigner can hold two passports simultaneously if not prohibited by the country's laws of first citizenship.

Expenses on obtaining a Cyprus passport via the investment program

The Cyprus passport cannot be obtained by investment, but high-net-worth foreigners who invest in the country's economy can get permanent residence. After five years of living in the country, they are eligible to apply for citizenship.

The cost of obtaining Cyprus permanent residence by investment starts at €300,000: a foreigner chooses to buy real estate, shares of Cypriot companies or securities.

Most investors prefer to buy residential properties in Cyprus; it is the most popular option. Applicants purchase one or two properties worth at least €300,000 from a developer, as the program does not allow them to buy resale residential properties.

Apartments and villas in Cyprus can be used for personal accommodation or rented out.

As additional expenses, an investor pays:

19% of the property value as VAT;
1% of the real estate value for legal support of the transaction;
administrative and registration fees, including for submitting an application and issuing a permanent residence card;
€500 — a registration fee for applying for citizenship by naturalisation.

When buying a property worth €395,000, the total cost of obtaining Cyprus citizenship through permanent residence by investment will be at least €474,000.

Investors need to hold their properties as long as their permanent residence is valid. If they proceed to obtain citizenship by naturalisation, they will be allowed to sell the properties and buy other real estate.

Documents for applying for Cyprus citizenship

Regardless of the obtainment method, the Cyprus citizenship applicant must provide the following:

a completed application form;
original passports, with translated and certified copies;
Cyprus residence permit and permanent residence certificate copies;
a criminal record certificate;
proof of financial viability;
a state duty payment recipe.

The list of additional documents depends on the reason for obtaining the passport. Applicants for citizenship by naturalisation must confirm the registration address in Cyprus by providing a contract of sale, a rental agreement, or utility bills. A Greek language knowledge certificate is also required.

When applying for citizenship by marriage, a document package is needed containing a marriage certificate, an application for cohabitation and the Cypriot spouse's written consent to apply.

How and when to renew a Cyprus passport

Cypriot identity card is the primary document that Cyprus citizens over 12 use. An ID contains basic information about its owner: name, date of birth, nationality, and a unique identification number.

With an ID card, one can travel around the EU without a passport.

ID cards — €30 for adults, €20 for children;
passports — €70 for adults, €45 for children.

The processing time is 10 days, but an accelerated procedure allows getting the documents in two days. In this case, the state duty fee for citizens over 18 increases to €120.

Applications for obtaining or renewing documents are submitted to the Cyprus Department of Civil Registry and Migration (CRMD) and to district administrations, citizen service centres, and post offices.

For an accelerated issuance of passports, an application is submitted strictly to the Civil Registry and Migration Department of Nicosia.

Cyprus citizenship is obtained by naturalisation, descent or marriage. The path to a second passport takes 3 to 8 years, depending on the method.
Cyprus citizenship cannot be obtained by investment: the citizenship program was closed in 2020.
Wealthy foreigners get Cyprus permanent residence by investing €300,000 or more : the status does not influence the period of obtaining a passport. Still, it reduces the number of bureaucratic procedures on the way to citizenship. Permanent residence is valid for life and does not need to be renewed.
A foreigner with a Cyprus passport also becomes a citizen of the European Union, meaning they can live up to 90 days in any EU country, get married or employed and use medical services there without a special permit.
The Cypriot ID card is a basic identity document; a passport is required only for travelling abroad. Citizens over 18 must renew their passports every 10 years, and children renew theirs every 5 years.

In addition to Cyprus, you can live in any EU country with a Cyprus passport . If the travel period is longer than 90 days, you must register at the local police station. You don’t need to get a residence permit.

Cyprus cancelled its citizenship by investment program in 2020. Now foreigners can get Cyprus permanent residence by investing in the country’s economy. Options include buying real estate, shares of Cypriot companies or securities. Investor’s expenses start at €300,000.

After five years of living in the country with permanent residence, an investor can apply for Cyprus citizenship by naturalisation.

There are three ways to obtain Cyprus citizenship : naturalisation, descent or marriage to a Cypriot citizen.

You must live in Cyprus for at least five years and have a residence permit or permanent residence to apply for a Cyprus passport. The minimum period of stay depends on the applicant’s status.

Foreigners who live continuously in the country or are in the public service must live in Cyprus for four years. Students, self-employed and those who come to Cyprus to work — for seven years. The applicant also must continuously live in the country for a year and only then apply for citizenship.

An application for Cyprus citizenship can be reviewed for up to 2 years.

A Cyprus passport can be acquired by naturalisation, descent or marriage. In all cases, an applicant usually must live in the country for at least five years.

The Cyprus naturalisation path can be simplified if you obtain Cyprus permanent residence by investment first .

Yes, it is one of the advantages of being a Cyprus national . You can hold two passports at the same time as long as it is allowed by the laws of the country of first citizenship.

Yes. First, you don’t have to get citizenship to immigrate to Cyprus: you can obtain lifelong permanent residence and move there. However, you will be allowed to apply for Cyprus citizenship after five years of residency .

The benefits of relocating with a Cyprus passport include the following:

becoming an EU citizen with the respective rights;
visa-free travelling to 178 countries worldwide;
an optimal tax system, where some of the taxes are lower than in other EU countries;
access to European banking services;
access to high-quality public and private education and healthcare.

Immigrant Invest — is a licensed agent for government programs in the European Union and the Caribbean.

Bucket list travel on a budget: Expert tips for airfare, loyalty programs, credit card perks and more

Nicky Kelvin from The Points Guy dives into ways to save this summer.

Many travelers have their sights set on summer getaways , but with everything from baggage fees to fuel costs impacting the price of a ticket, "Good Morning America" is asking travel experts to share tips for booking bucket list destinations on a budget and finding savings along the way.

Travel expert Nicky Kelvin, senior director of content for The Points Guy, offered his tips for affordable travel techniques.

Travel experts share tips to save on summer travel

Where to find the best flight deals

PHOTO: Stock photo of a plane flying over an island.

Kelvin encourages travelers to utilize Google Flights and other free price-tracking tools to compare fare prices and snag the best deal.

He also suggests using both the calendar and map features within Google Flights to see which airports, dates and destinations how the lowest fare.

From the Google Flights homepage on a computer, click "explore destinations" and select a departure city without adding a destination. Then zoom out on the map to see the best prices for destinations all over the world.

Get the most out of free travel loyalty programs

Travelers should be earning points for anything and everything that they are buying or booking from airline and hotels to car rentals, Kelvin said.

In addition to the points that can can help travelers earn free flights and hotel stays, Kelvin said to look for extra perks just for joining.

Hyatt rewards, for example, offers all guests free breakfast.

For Thrifty Car Rental and Dollar Car Rental, he said you can add your spouse or domestic partner as an additional driver for free.

Loyalty programs are great for airlines too. JetBlue, for example, allows enrolled customers -- even if they don't have enough points for a flight -- to use points for discounts. Plus, with any airline, as you accumulate points to earn status, you can get free seating upgrades.

Travel credit cards with cash back perks

Along with earning points, travel credit cards give you protection for your trip like insurance to help with lost or damaged baggage and trip cancellation protection

Chase debuts new airport lounge: Gourmet menus, sleek interiors, free facials redefine hospitality for airport travel

As for credit cards, The Points Guy team suggests the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card as an all-around pick -- you get 75,000 miles after meeting your minimum spend in the first three months. Which Kelvin said is a value of over $1,300.

If you're looking to earn the most miles, he said look to the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card.

"You'll earn the most points on all your purchases with this one," he said.

Finally, if you want a credit card with no fee, Kelvin suggested the Bilt Mastercard, which he said is particularly great for renters because you can earn points on what's likely someone's biggest expense.

JPMorgan's Dimon hopes for soft landing for US economy but says stagflation is a possible scenario

Apr 26, 12:01 PM

Bengals pick up fifth-year option on receiver Ja'Marr Chase

Apr 24, 1:49 PM

Zendaya's 'Challengers' press tour looks

Apr 26, 3:41 PM

Save money on international phone plans for summer trips

If someone's trip is taking them out of the country, using a cell phone internationally can cost $10 to 15 per day. For a family of four, that's more than $400 for a week.

If your phones support eSIM, Kelvin suggested purchasing a data plan for your destination through an app such as Airalo, Truphone or GigSky.

For example, one of Airalo's global SIM plans costs $9 for one week, which could save a family close to $350 dollars, depending on their existing international coverage.

Shoppers may reduce food waste with GMA challenge

Apr 26, 6:05 AM

Quesabirria tacos, churros from 'My Mexican Mesa'

Apr 26, 7:54 AM

ABC News Live

24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events

IMAGES

Cyprus ID Card Template PSD
Cyprus ID template in PSD format
New biometric ID cards issued from today
Cyprus ID template in PSD format, fully editable
Interior ministry to update MPs on design and cost of new ID cards on
Passport cyprus citizen id template Royalty Free Vector

VIDEO

Newsmaker: Andreas Kakouris on US involvement in Cyprus

COMMENTS

ID Cards
Issuance / renewal of an ID card for adults: €30. Issuance / renewal of an ID card for minors: €20. Issuance and receipt of identity cards. All ID cards are issued at the Central Offices of the Department in Nicosia. The ID card can only be obtained from the application submission office where the application was filed.
Cypriot identity card
The Cypriot identity card (Greek: Κυπριακή ταυτότητα) is issued to citizens of Cyprus.It can be used as a travel document when visiting countries in Europe (except Belarus, Moldova (old version), Russia, Ukraine and United Kingdom), as well as French overseas territories, Montserrat and Georgia.This document is not valid in Turkey.. In February 2015 the Republic of Cyprus ...
Entry Requirements
Entry regulations apply only to the areas controlled by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus. A passport is required by all travellers, except for holders of: - Laissez-Passer issued by the United Nations. - Document issued to stateless persons and recognised refugees. Further to the above, citizens of the European Union (EU) countries, as ...
What are the Cyprus Entry Conditions and Required Documents?
KKTC is a country that accepts passport-free entry from Turkey. In other words, when entering the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, you can use either your ID card or passport. If you choose to use your ID card, make sure it is the new ID card, as entry is not allowed with the old ID cards. When entering this beautiful island, you must first ...
IDs / Passports / Emergency Travel Documents
Emergency Travel Document (valid for a single trip to Cyprus or to the Country of Permanent Residence) ... All Cypriot Citizens above the age of 12 are obliged under the relevant Law of the Republic of Cyprus to issue an ID card, while they are eligible for applying for a Republic of Cyprus passport. Persons wishing to apply for a Republic of ...
Electronic Documents
The Republic of Cyprus currently issues biometric passports (ordinary, diplomatic, service), travel documents (refugee, alien), identity cards and residence documents/ permits, in accordance to the EU Acquis as well as the relevant ICAO and ISO standards. ... For obtaining a passport, a travel document an ID card or a residence document/ permit ...
Travelling from Cyprus with a residence permit
As mentioned above, following Decision No 565/2014/EU, a Cyprus residence permit allows a TCN to enter Bulgaria and Romania without a visa for visitor purposes. That is, for a visit of not more than 90 days out of any 180. Decision No 565/2014/EU also applied to Croatia, but not anymore. Since 1 January 2023, Croatia has been part of Schengen ...
Κύπριοι πολίτες/ Cypriot Citizens / Δελτίο ταυτότητας/ Identity Cards
Τμήμα Αρχείου Πληθυσμού και Μετανάστευσης. Δελτίο ταυτότητας/ Identity Cards. Αρχική Σελίδα / Ενημέρωση / Έντυπα / Κύπριοι πολίτες/ Cypriot Citizens / Δελτίο ταυτότητας/ Identity Cards
Cyprus: New Generation Passports, Residence Permits And ID Cards To Be
Applications for the long-awaited new generation electronic Cyprus passports, residence permits and ID cards have begun as of the 30th of July 2020 as announced by the Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department.
Introduction of the Electronic Identity Card in Cyprus
Recently, the Civil Registry Law of 2002 (L.141 (I) 2002) was amended, introducing provisions for the electronic identity card (EID). More specifically, chapter three of the Civil Registry Law ...
Identity Cards
Original Marriage Certificate or certified true copy of the original plus a photocopy (where applicable). For lost or stolen ID Cards (Police Report or Police Case Number). Photographic identification: i.e. valid passport, identification card, driving license (where applicable). Application Fee: Adults equivalent of €30/ Minors €20 in GBP.
Travel documents for EU nationals
Documents you need for travel in the EU and Schengen countries. As an EU national, you have the right to travel freely in the 27 EU member countries as well as in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland (non-EU countries but members of the Schengen area) carrying either a valid passport or a national identity card (ID card).
Cypriot identity card
Retrieved 2020-10-01. The Cypriot identity card (Greek: Κυπριακή ταυτότητα) is issued to citizens of Cyprus. It can be used as a travel document when visiting countries in Europe (except Belarus, Moldova (old version), Russia, Ukraine and United Kingdom), as well as French overseas territories, Montserrat and Georgia. Th.
Cyprus Travel Advice & Safety
Turkiye does not accept 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' ID cards as entry or travel documents. Travelling to or from the north. You can cross into the north if you arrive through legal ports of entry in the south. If you're travelling from the south to the north of Cyprus (into the areas not controlled by the Government of the Republic of ...
FAQ
The phase-out is mandatory and a result of Regulation (EU) 2019/1157 of the European Parliament and of 20 June 2019 on strengthening the security of identity cards of Union citizens and of residence documents issued to Union citizens and their family members exercising their right of free movement.
Northern Cyprus with an EU Identity card
3. VISA Regulations - Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. For the citizens of the European Union: A valid EU passport or national identity card is required. Yes, the or makes this clear enough. The usage later of A valid passport is just inprecisly written.
New biometric Cyprus passports, ID card backlog
by fm. 28th July 2020. 5360 views. 1 min read. Cyprus will be introducing a new generation of biometric passports from 30 July, replacing the older version but people are having to wait for a new ID card. The Civil Registry and Migration Department announced that people will be able to apply for the new Cyprus EU passports from Thursday.
High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in Pretoria
Persons registered as Cypriot citizens who do not have the above documents, should contact the Civil Registry and Migration Department of the Republic of Cyprus (+357 22 804428) to enquire about their Personal Identification Number before the submission of their identity card application, 3. Cypriot citizenship certificate or Cypriot passport. 4.
CONSULAR INFORMATION
Monday-Friday, 09:30΄-15:30΄ ( last appointment at 15:00΄ / last entry for drop-by emergency services at 15:30΄ ). High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus. Consulate General in London. 13 St. James's Square. SW1Y 4LB. The closest tube station is Piccadilly Circus ( Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). When you visit us for your appointment ...
CYP
Recognised travel documents; Check the validity of document numbers; ... CYP - Cyprus • ΚΥΠΡΙΑΚΉ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΊΑ_KIBRIS CUMHURİYETİ • ... P - temporary / provisional / emergency (1) B - Identity card (5) O - ordinary document (5) J - Travel document issued to non-nationals (3) O - ordinary document (3) C - Visa (3) ...
Cyprus citizenship: passport benefits and expenses for obtaining
ID cards — €30 for adults, €20 for children; passports — €70 for adults, €45 for children. Cyprus citizenship: all ways to get a passport. The processing time is 10 days, but an accelerated procedure allows getting the documents in two days. In this case, the state duty fee for citizens over 18 increases to €120.
Northern Cypriot identity card
Adult - 10 years. Child - 5 years. Cost. As of 2023 [1] Adult - ₺302. Child above 11 years - ₺302. Northern Cypriot identity card are issued by the government of the de facto state of Northern Cyprus for the purpose of identification. It can be used as a travel document to enter Turkey [2] and Cyprus (only at the land border with North Cyprus).
Bucket list travel on a budget: Expert tips for airfare, loyalty
As for credit cards, The Points Guy team suggests the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card as an all-around pick -- you get 75,000 miles after meeting your minimum spend in the first three months.

Entry requirements

What are the Cyprus Entry Conditions and Required Documents?

Do I Need a Visa to Vacation in KKTC?

Points to Consider for Entry and Exit Procedures in Cyprus

CUSTOMER COMMENTS

In one word amazing

The New Definition of Luxury is Courtyard Long Beach

The Address of Peace is Courtyard Long Beach

Electronic documents

Fingerprints

Facial Image

Elec­tron­ic doc­u­ments

Travelling from Cyprus with a residence permit

Cyprus Residence Permits

Travelling with a Cyprus Residence Permit

Schengen Area

Bulgaria and Romania

People covered by the Directive are entitled to

Ukrainian citizens with biometric passports

Ukrainian citizens with non-biometric passports

Ukrainian nationals’ right to travel to the UK

Can I travel to Turkey with a Cyprus residence permit?

Can I travel to Bulgaria with a Cyprus residence permit?

Can I enter Romania with a Cyprus residence permit?

Can I travel to Italy with a Cyprus ID card?

Can I travel to Switzerland with a Cyprus ID card?

Can I enter Serbia with a Cyprus residence permit?

Can I travel to Canada with a Cyprus residence permit?

Can I travel to the UK with an EU residence permit?

Cyprus: New Generation Passports, Residence Permits And ID Cards To Be Issued To Cypriot Citizens

Login to Mondaq.com

Why Register with Mondaq

Your Organisation

Introduction of the Electronic Identity Card in Cyprus

The EID was created to help individuals prove and verify identity without visiting authorities/departments in person

Three years on, Gesy has been fully embraced by the population, health minister says (Updated)

CM Guest Columnist

Cypriot identity card

Physical appearance

Related Research Articles

Search Smartraveller

Latest update

Local emergency contacts

All emergencies in northern Cyprus

Local contacts

Full advice

Cyber security

Swimming safety

Adventure activities

Climate and natural disasters

Earthquakes

Violent storms

Forest fires

Physical and mental health

Medications

Health risks

Medical care

Buying property

Marriage laws

Australian laws

Dual citizenship

National service

National service in the north

Length of national service

Visas and border measures

Visa conditions

Lost or stolen passport

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier

Local travel

Travel in the north

Travelling to or from the north

Staying in the north

Carrying goods between the north and south

Driving permit

Road travel

Motorcycles

Public transport

Emergencies

Consular contacts

Australian High Commission, Nicosia

Electronic documents