Entry and visa rules
Documents, stay periods and legal entry points.
Entry conditions depend on nationality, passport type, purpose, route and intended length of stay; check the responsible authority immediately before travel.
Larnaka and Pafos are the Republic of Cyprus's international entry airports. Sea entry points and visa rules are published by the Republic's authorities.
Northern Cyprus is reached through Ercan via Türkiye, northern seaports or a designated crossing. Permission and stay period are decided at entry.
A hotel booking, return ticket, address, sufficient funds and travel insurance may be requested. A passport stamp is not a residence or work permit.
Travellers planning to cross south must separately satisfy the Republic of Cyprus/Schengen-related eligibility applicable to their nationality and travel history.
Frequently asked questions
What should I know before making a decision?
Entry conditions depend on nationality, passport type, purpose, route and intended length of stay; check the responsible authority immediately before travel. Larnaka and Pafos are the Republic of Cyprus's international entry airports. Sea entry points and visa rules are published by the Republic's authorities. Northern Cyprus is reached through Ercan via Türkiye, northern seaports or a designated crossing. Permission and stay period are decided at entry. A hotel booking, return ticket, address, sufficient funds and travel insurance may be requested. A passport stamp is not a residence or work permit. Travellers planning to cross south must separately satisfy the Republic of Cyprus/Schengen-related eligibility applicable to their nationality and travel history.