Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting
Cyprus
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Cypriot Visa.
- Correctly completed visa application form with valid contact details. The application form should be signed where necessary.
- South African passport which does not expire for another 3 months after departure from the country. The passport should have 3 blank pages.
- Two copies of passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The passport should not be older than 3 months.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Applicants must possess a valid travel insurance which should cover at least €30,000 for medical insurance.
- A copy of applicant’s bank statement should be provided. This should cover 3 months prior to the period of visa application.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay in the country should be provided. This may be in the form of booked hotel accommodation or valid address of your host in Cyprus.
- Booked flight tickets with entry and exit date from Cyprus.
Cyprus Visa for South Africans
Facts about Cyprus
Cyprus is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean. Cyprus is known for its beaches, mountains, ski resorts and national parks. Activities like hiking and mountain biking are the most popular activities tourists engage in while in the country. The country is also known for its wine cultivation which has been done since the Bronze age. You can try out a variety of wines while in the country.
Tourism in Cyprus plays a vital role in the country’s economy. About 4 million foreign tourists visit Cyprus yearly which makes it the 40th most visited country in the world.
Foreigners in Cyprus should beware of taking photographs in sensitive places like military buildings and also some government buildings.
Avoid gambling establishments, criminals often target these establishments to scam foreigners. There is a zero-tolerance policy towards drug-related crimes, avoid the possession, use, and trafficking of drugs.
Types of Cyprus Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 5 working days | 1 year |
| Business visa | 5 working days | 1 year |
| Transit visa | 5 working days | 24 hours |
General Requirements for Cyprus Visa
- Correctly completed visa application form with valid contact details. The application form should be signed where necessary.
- South African passport which does not expire for another 3 months after departure from the country. The passport should have 3 blank pages.
- Two copies of passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The passport should not be older than 3 months.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Applicants must possess a valid travel insurance which should cover at least €30,000 for medical insurance.
- A copy of applicant’s bank statement should be provided. This should cover 3 months prior to the period of visa application.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay in the country should be provided. This may be in the form of booked hotel accommodation or valid address of your host in Cyprus.
- Booked flight tickets with entry and exit date from Cyprus.
Cyprus Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is meant for foreigners who aim to visit the country for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation and relaxation.
- Travelers who want to visit their relative and friends can also apply for this visa type.
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up work while in the country.
- You are not allowed to request for public funds in Cyprus.
- For applicants visiting someone in Cyprus, you are required to have a letter of invitation from your host. The letter should have the home address, contact details and a valid means of identification.
- If you are a minor, an original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
- For non-South Africans, you will be required to provide a copy of you stay permit in South Africa.
- If you have traveled to Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Somalia, Iraq, Syria or Pakistan, you will be required to provide an international certificate of vaccination.
- If you are travelling with your spouse, a copy of valid marriage certificate is required.
Cyprus Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for foreigners visiting the country for business activities.
- Businessmen and businesswomen can meet up with their business partners to discuss about their business and also to sign contracts.
- You can also attend conferences, trade fairs and business lectures.
- An official letter of invitation on a letterhead from the company in Cyprus is required. The address of the company and duration and purpose of business visit should be stated in detail.
- If the company you are meeting up with is covering the financial aspect of your visit in the country, it should be stated in the letter from the company.
- A letter from your current employer stating that he is aware of your business leave is required.
- If you have traveled to Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Somalia, Iraq, Syria or Pakistan, you will be required to provide an international certificate of vaccination.
- You cannot be paid for any of the services you render while in the country.
- If you are traveling with a minor, an affidavit signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
- The visa takes 5 working days to be processed.
Cyprus Transit Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- With a transit visa, you can make short stops in Cyprus.
- This visa allows you to transit through Cyprus to your final destination.
- You can join a connecting flight from Cyprus to your destination country.
- The visa and flight ticket to your destination country is required during the visa application process.
- Holders of this visa cannot visit friends and relatives or even go sightseeing.
- Minors should ensure they are in possession of their original birth certificate.
- You cannot take up paid or unpaid employment in the country.
- You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of the visa.
Cyprus Visa Fees
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Transit visa
60.00 (EUR)
Cyprus Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
South Africa
Pretoria
Corner Stanza Bopape (Church) and Hill Street, Arcadia 0083, Pretoria.
https://www.mfa.gov.cy/highcompretoria
pretoriahighcommision@mfa.gov.cy
+27 12 342 5270