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Country guideLast checked October 19, 2026

Visas and immigration in Cyprus

5 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Study 1
Work permits 1
Family 1
Investors & entrepreneurs 1

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Visiting Cyprus

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 16, 2026.

93 passports visa-free
156 passports need a visa

Passports that can visit without a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Cyprus short-stay visa (type C) and visa-free visits
Cyprus issues its own short-stay visas (type C) for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, for tourism, business or family visits. Cyprus applies the EU visa lists and has fully harmonised its visa procedures, documents, fees and sticker with the Schengen states. However, it is not yet a full Schengen member, so a Cypriot visa is only valid for Cyprus for now. Nationals on the EU visa-exempt list can visit without a visa, as can holders of certain Schengen visas or residence permits.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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Study1 pathway

Entry permit and temporary residence permit for students
Third-country nationals accepted for a full-time higher education course at a Cyprus institution enter with an entry permit issued by the Migration Department on the institution's application. After arrival they register in the Aliens' Register and obtain a temporary residence permit, renewed yearly until the programme ends. Students may work limited hours in sectors set by Ministry of Labour decree. Master's-level graduates and above may stay up to 12 months to seek work or set up a business.
Can lead to residence later
Last checked October 16, 2026
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