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CYPRUS TRAVELLER GUIDE

Updated daily for people visiting & living in Cyprus

A SMALL ISLAND WITH A POWERFUL PASSPORT

The Republic Of Cyprus EU Passport
Cypriots are European Citizens
Easy Access To A Cyprus Holiday
Automated Passport Machines At Cyprus Airports

EASIER ACCESS TO THE WORLD!

A Cypriot passport is an official travel document issued to citizens of the Republic of Cyprus, granting European Union citizenship and visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to up to 175 destinations globally. 

Key Benefits & Travel Freedom

Global Mobility: Holders of a Republic of Cyprus passport only need a visa for approximately 20% of the world’s countries. 

EU Rights: All holders of a Republic of Cyprus passport can live, work, and study freely across any EU/EEA member state and Switzerland.

European Union Mobility: As a European Union member state, the Republic of Cyprus passport grants the right to live, work, study, and travel freely across all 27 European Union countries and the European Economic Area. 

Top-Tier Standing: The Republic of Cyprus passport consistently ranks in the upper tier of global travel documents. Outperforming many non-European Union passports, it also offers robust international consular backing.

Requirements & Application Process

Issuance: Issued in person by appointment only for biometric data capture that includes fingerprints and photos.

Validity: All Republic of Cyrus passports are valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors.

Fees: Standard adult passport fees are typically €70, and minor passports cost €45.

Required Documents: Current passport or ID card, birth certificate, and completed application forms. Replacing a lost or stolen document requires a police report.

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