Cyprus visas
Whether you need a visa for Cyprus depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay: many travellers are visa-exempt for short visits, while others must obtain an entry visa in advance, and anyone staying beyond 90 days needs a residence permit. Short-stay and entry visas are handled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through Cyprus embassies and consulates, while residence and employment permits for third-country nationals are decided by the Civil Registry and Migration Department under the Ministry of Interior. Always confirm the current rules for your situation on the official gov.cy pages before you travel or apply.
Cypriot visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Cyprus — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Cyprus to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Cyprus — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Cyprus.2 visas
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Cyprus as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Cyprus long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Cypriot visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Cyprus — key facts
- Visa authority
- Civil Registry and Migration Department (Migration Department), Republic of Cyprus
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Time zone
- Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.