How Indian passport holders get a visa for Cyprus: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: National (Cypriot) visa — sticker via VFS Global; Schengen visa override applies
- Government fee: €90 (adults). VFS service charge separately. Total ~₹8,500–9,000 per adult. Free if entering under the Schengen visa override.
- Processing time: 10–15 working days standard. Apply at least 20 days before travel.
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Cyprus-only — Cyprus is NOT yet in Schengen).
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 50/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
- Completed Cyprus national visa application form (signed)
- Two recent passport photographs (35×45mm, white background)
- Confirmed return flight reservation
- Hotel bookings / accommodation proof
- Detailed travel itinerary
- Travel insurance covering minimum €30,000 medical
- Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
- Income tax returns (last 2–3 years)
- Employer NOC or business registration
- Cover letter
How & where to apply
Cyprus is an EU member but not yet in the Schengen Area (on track to join in 2026). Apply through VFS Global or directly at the Cyprus High Commission in New Delhi. Importantly: if you hold a valid double or multiple-entry Schengen visa that has been used at least once, you can enter Cyprus without a separate Cypriot visa. VFS Global — Cyprus visa India (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit at Larnaca (LCA) or Paphos (PFO) does not require a Cypriot visa for non-Cypriot destinations.
Good to know
Cyprus operates a separate national visa, not Schengen — until it joins Schengen (targeted 2026). A Cyprus visa does NOT permit travel to Schengen countries. Conversely, a valid used multiple-entry Schengen visa lets you enter Cyprus visa-free. Approval rate ~85–92% for complete applications. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/cyprus/india/english/index.html
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Cyprus?
National (Cypriot) visa — sticker via VFS Global; Schengen visa override applies. Cyprus operates a separate national visa, not Schengen — until it joins Schengen (targeted 2026). A Cyprus visa does NOT permit travel to Schengen countries. Conversely, a valid used multiple-entry Schengen visa lets you enter Cyprus visa-free. Approval rate ~85–92% for complete applications. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Cyprus visa?
Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages; Completed Cyprus national visa application form (signed); Two recent passport photographs (35×45mm, white background); Confirmed return flight reservation; Hotel bookings / accommodation proof; Detailed travel itinerary; Travel insurance covering minimum €30,000 medical; Bank statements (last 3–6 months); Income tax returns (last 2–3 years); Employer NOC or business registration; Cover letter
How long does a Cyprus visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 10–15 working days standard. Apply at least 20 days before travel.. Government fee: €90 (adults). VFS service charge separately. Total ~₹8,500–9,000 per adult. Free if entering under the Schengen visa override.. Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Cyprus-only — Cyprus is NOT yet in Schengen)..
How do Indians apply for a Cyprus visa?
Cyprus is an EU member but not yet in the Schengen Area (on track to join in 2026). Apply through VFS Global or directly at the Cyprus High Commission in New Delhi. Importantly: if you hold a valid double or multiple-entry Schengen visa that has been used at least once, you can enter Cyprus without a separate Cypriot visa. Official source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/cyprus/india/english/index.html