In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival, at their own expenses: Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children); persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30 (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus disease), as amended. ***Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations. TRNC – A curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation. Cyprus Government provides links and resources to the Republic of Cyprus, including the Cyprus Parliament, Cyprus Ministries, departments, semi-government authorities, municipalities, village's websites, Political Parties and government related organizations. Cyprus is part of Europe with main city at Nicosia. Ministry publishes protocols for children’s play areas. Nationals of countries who are in a designated diplomatic service. The same applies to passengers travelling to Cyprus via category B countries with an overnight stay and belong to at least one of the following categories: Cypriot citizens and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents)Persons legally residing in the Republic of CyprusPersons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna ConventionPersons from category B countries that are not offering COVID-19 tests to those wishing to travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Exceptions are to get to work, purchase basic items, visit the doctor or pharmacy, go to the bank, help those who cannot care for themselves, go to ceremonies such as weddings, funerals or christenings if relatives to the first and second degree and with a maximum of 10 people, exercise or walk a dog if not more than two people and if in the vicinity of the house. International Restrictions: From EU: * Entry Restrictions: – Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. In addition, they have to submit to a second PCR test conducted 48 hours prior to the end of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The result of the PCR test must be sent to the following email address: monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative. Residents of Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican/Holy See should be considered as EU residents for this purpose. Mandatory Travel Documentation: All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. from 21 December 2020, the following measures apply to all passengers arriving from the UK: Travellers from a “Category B” country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days, have to provide the negative result of a PCR result taken within 72 hours before entering. The use of a facemask by the general population, aged 12 years and above, becomes mandatory in indoor and outdoor areas, according to the instructions issued by the Ministry of Health. Exercise of religion will be permitted in churches, mosques and other places of worship, provided that there are no more than 10 persons present. 2. The result of the test must be sent to monada@mphs.moh.gov.cy and the self-isolation will come to an end on the 14th day, provided that the test result is negative. The number of persons including the driver during taxi rides, in private cars and/or in other vehicles shall not exceed three persons. Extended duration of contingency measures in force in the District of Larnaca In the follow up to the additional contingency measures that came into effect for Larnaca District as of 23 September 2020, the Ministry of Health announces that by a Minister of Health Decree today, the validity of the measures is renewed until midnight, October 14: – Individuals are permitted to attend gatherings in houses and public meeting areas, with the exception of catering places, not exceeding a maximum number of 10 persons per house/group, including under age children. Outside of the EU, India, Canada, Jamaica and Saudi Arabia are also some of … The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Category BTravellers from a Category B country, or who have stayed in a Category B country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, have to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 conducted within 72 hours before entering the country. Since 21 December, more than 15,000 UK passengers were tested and 133 positive cases were identified (positivity rate: 0.9 %). bus stops, garbage cans, etc); 2. – persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus, provided that an announcement by the Ministry of Health of Cyprus grants this permission. – Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate. All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass [https://cyprusflightpass.gov.cy/] The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. Shopping malls and catering establishments remain closed and there is a ban on visits to other households until 10 January. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: download forms. Cyprus is ready to welcome back travelers following the successful containment of the COVID-19 epidemic. The plan will then go to the Council of Ministers for approval on Wednesday with all indications that the first relaxation in the measures will be introduced on May 4. All individuals entering Cyprus will undergo COVID-19 screenings and 14-day quarantine at designated medical facilities. m. for outdoor spaces per person remains in force, regardless of the area of each establishment. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: download forms. – Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a Coronavirus (COVID-19) test if they do not have this medical certificate. From 5am on 10 January, until at least midnight on 31 January, all outings from your place of residence require permission granted either by sending an SMS to “8998” from a Cypriot mobile number, or by completing and carrying a written form if you do not have a Cypriot phone number (or are over 65 and prefer this method). Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing. Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children); Persons, regardless of nationality, having special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30; Patients, regardless of nationality, who received treatment by an approved private or public hospital/medical centre in the Republic and who are in need to continue such treatment; Persons, regardless of nationality, whose presence in the Republic, due to their professional or scientific capacity, is approved by the competent medical body to reinforce the efforts against COVID-19; First-degree relatives of persons residing in the Republic and/or who are doing business in the Republic (spouse, children, parents) for reunion purposes. A dedicated hotline has been set up for COVID-19: call 1420 if you're in Cyprus and are experiencing any symptoms or have concerns; or call 1450 for general information. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis. Our information includes country travel restrictions, flight restrictions, the requirement of COVID- 19 certificates, quarantine measures and vaccination. Shops and restaurants will gradually be reopened throughout four stages, the next one will be on 21 May, 9 June, and the last one on 14 June. Businesses are operating, although some restrictions may be in place. Restrictions to non-essential travel has been lifted for residents of Australia, Canada, China, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Uruguay. Travellers from Category C countries have also to undergo a compulsory 14-days self-isolation, following the special precautions and preventive measures provided by the Ministry of Health. People are only allowed to leave their homes once a day and only if they receive permission after sending a text message to 8998. Every two weeks this list of countries will be reviewed and the information updated here. In addition, they have to submit to a second PCR test conducted 48 hours prior to the end of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. The classification of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and other retails shops will be closed on Sundays, but are still permitted to conduct deliveries. Travellers from “orange” countries shall remain in isolation until they receive the test result. Cyprus Inbound flights in Northern Cyprus temporarily suspended because of rise in COVID-19 cases (Daily Sabah, 10.09.2020). Private sector businesses are closed except essential stores. Category A: Passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Parks, playgrounds, open-air sport spaces, and public gathering areas will be closed to the public. During Phase 1, all travelers to the Republic of Cyprus from Category A and B countries must present proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test conducted within 72 hours prior to departure to be allowed to board the flight. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Category A: Passengers from Category A countries are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. Self-isolation may be possible, at the approval of the Ministry of Health. Passengers will undergo a molecular test upon their arrival at the Airports; They will then be transferred to designated hotels for compulsory 7-day self-isolation; On the 7th day of isolation, they will undergo a new molecular test and, in case of a negative result, they will continue their self-isolation at home for another 3 days (total self-isolation: 10 days); On the 10th day, and provided no symptoms occur, they are automatically released. From Third Countries: Travellers from Australia, Korea, New Zealand and Thailand (Category A) are alloved to enter and are only asked to provide some specific information and a declaration. -Operation of catering establishments and enterprises is permitted until 10:30 p.m. Turkish Cypriot regime opens five checkpoints. The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). Beginning on Friday, January 29: All districts will enter a 24/7 curfew until at least February 3. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. – Betting shops (from June 1) – Libraries (from June 1) – Hairdressing salons, barber shops and beauty centres will resume operation (from May 21) – Catering business will resume operation only outdoors and in strict adherence to the protocols of the Ministries of Labour and Health (from May 21). when it’s 9.00am in Ireland it’s 11.00am in Cyprus. The fine for those found disobeying the ban on movement has been doubled to €300. persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; persons from category B countries that are not in the position to offer a laboratory testing service (public or private) to those wishing to travel to Cyprus, provided that an announcement by the Ministry of Health of Cyprus grants this permission. In the following cases, passengers travelling from Category B countries have the option to be tested – at their own expenses – upon their arrival at the Republic of Cyprus, if they didn’t take the test for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to their departure: 1. ***Third Countries (see above and): As above. ***From within the EU: Countries are divided in 3 categories, based on epidemiological criteria and data: Category A, Category B, and all other countries not belonging to either Category A or B (classified as Category C). – This does not apply to nationals of Cyprus arriving from a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland if they reside in Cyprus. In addition, they have to submit to a second PCR test conducted 48 hours prior to the end of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing. – This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus. * From Third Countries: Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. Travellers from Canada, China, Georgia, Hong Kong, Japan,Rwanda,Uruguay (category B) have the option to perform the COVID-19 test upon arrival in Cyprus, at the price of 60 euros. A Covid-19 call centre is available from Monday to Sunday (8:00 – 20:00) at 1474. In the case of passengers arriving from the UK: As of 1 March 2021, the evaluation of third countries will be carried out by the Ministry of Health which classifies them as “green”, “orange”, “red” and “grey”. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. 5. (AA, 01.07.2020) Government of Cyprus allows flights from Lebanon (The 961, 20.06.2020). Restrictive measures mandatory between 05 November 2020 to 21 May 2020. Additional changes remain highly possible. Travellers from Category C countries have also to undergo a compulsory 14-days self-isolation, following the special precautions and preventive measures provided by the Ministry of Health. The Mall of Cyprus and Nicosia Mall welcomed on Tuesday their first customers since mid-March after Cyprus further eased measures put in place to curb the spread of the pandemic. football, dancing, swimming, martial arts, theatre, choir, etc.) – This does not apply to passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland. Cyprus Tourism Organisation, Entry Regulations for Cyprus, Travel information, Nature and the Environment Communication and Transport Contact Details of the Ministry of Communication and Works , … Strict social distancing rules must be followed in all public spaces. All, excluded kiosks and catering (catering only on April 19), must close on April 19 and 20 (Easter Sunday and Monday) including electronic and telephone sales. Only in case of technical problems or scheduled maintenance of the electronic platform, which will be officially announced in the platform itself, passengers will be allowed to fill in the required form in writing. Passengers arriving from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland must have a medical certificate stating a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued within 72 hours before departure. — Family members of nationals of Cyprus, if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus, arriving from Canada, China (People’s Rep.), Denmark, Estonia, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR China), Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Japan, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, United Kingdom, Uruguay or Vatican City (Holy See) must: – have a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) test result issued at most 72 hours before departure; or – be tested for Coronavirus (COVID-19) upon arrival. – Operation and access to organised beaches will be permitted (from June 1). Category C Travellers from a Category C country, or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, have to provide a document showing a negative PCR result for COVID-19 conducted within 72 hours before entering the country. In addition, they have to submit to a second PCR test conducted 48 hours prior to the end of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Republic of Cyprus All incoming travelers are subject to 14-day quarantine at a government-designated facility. Travellers from a “Category B” country have to provide a document showing a negative result of PRC test taken within 72 hours before entering the country. Car dealerships will shut from 6 am on March 25 until 6 am on April 13 under a new decree issued by Health Minister Constantinos Ioannou late on Tuesday adding these businesses to those required to close. Nationals and residents of Cyprus are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. In the Republic of Cyprus, as of 31 July, the use of masks is compulsory in most indoor public spaces including supermarkets, bakeries, shops and malls, hospitals and other locations listed on the Cyprus government Press Information Office website [https://www.pio.gov.cy/en/press-releases-article.html?id=15076#flat]. Travellers from Canada, China, Georgia, Hong Kong, Japan,Rwanda,Uruguay (category B) have the option to perform the COVID-19 test upon arrival in Cyprus, at the price of 60 euros. (Gov.UK, 22.12.2020). Face masks must be worn in public at all times. From opening hours to 10:00 (local) they will only be serving people over 65 years of age or those in vulnerable groups. Pharmacies will only be open between 08.00 and 13.00, though on-call pharmacies will stay open till 01.30. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020 PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020 Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. In the following cases, travellers have also the option to be tested upon arrival, at their own expenses: Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses and their minor children); persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus; persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention; persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30 (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus disease), as amended. – This does not apply to passengers traveling to Ercan (ECN). Shops offering essential goods and services, including supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, gas stations etc. *From within the EU: from 18:00 of 21 December 2020, taking into account the information concerning the new strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and in an effort to safeguard Public Health, for precautionary reasons and until new clarifications are provided by the scientific community, the following measures apply to all passengers arriving at Larnaka and Pafos Airports from the UK: It is noted that the cost of transfer and hotel stay is undertaken by the State. – An SMS sent by the NHS as proof of negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result are accepted instead of a printed certificate for passengers arriving from the United Kingdom. You will be responsible for ensuring your PCR test result is uploaded to Cyprus Flight Pass within 24 hours of your departure. – This does not apply to repatriation flights or empty aircraft arriving to transport persons wishing to leave Cyprus. Within the TRNC a curfew is in effect from 21.00 to 06.00. 2. – Cocktail parties and well-wishing at weddings and christenings is prohibited. The use of the platform is obligatory for anyone who wishes to travel to Cyprus. In addition, they have to submit to a second PCR test conducted on the 10th day of the period of self-isolation, at their own expenses. COVID-19 remains a risk in Cyprus and in northern Cyprus. Information Leaflet EN.pdf Packages and letters from China EN.pdf Personal Protection Measures.pdf Information Leaflet CN.pdf Transport companies, e.g. Category C: Travellers from a Category C Country, or who have stayed in a Category C Country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, and passengers travelling to Cyprus via intermediate countries of Category C with an overnight stay, are allowed to enter Cyprus and to perform the COVID-19 test only if they belong to one of the following categories: Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents)Persons legally residing in the Republic of CyprusPersons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna ConventionPersons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30 (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus disease), as amended The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found here. – This does not apply to family members of nationals of Cyprus, if the national of Cyprus resides in Cyprus, arriving from a country other than Australia, Canada, China (People’s Rep.), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR China), Iceland, Ireland (Rep.), Italy, Japan, Korea (Rep.), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Rwanda, San Marino, Serbia, Thailand, United Kingdom, Uruguay or Vatican City (Holy See). As from 1 July, EU Member States should start lifting the restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU for residents of the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China, subject to confirmation of reciprocity. The prerequisites for passengers travelling to Cyprus from each country category can be found at: download forms. A night-time curfew is in place in the districts of Limassol and Pafos, between 8pm to 5am. More info: [https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf]. remain open. Under the revised rules that come into effect tomorrow, the social distancing requirement remains in force. International Restrictions: Travel from EU: Entry rules for Cyprus depend on the epidemiological situation in countries of origin and transit. Public sector employees, excluding police, fire department, health, civil aviation, finance and similar services, have been placed on administrative leave. Ministry unveils beach rules ahead of tomorrow’s opening The Forestry Department said on Friday that access to picnic sites is allowed for maximum 10 people per group (underage children inclusive). Mandatory Travel Documentation: All passengers travelling to the Republic of Cyprus have to submit, within 24 hours before starting their journey from the country of origin to the Republic of Cyprus (either via direct flight or with intermediate stops), all the information and documents required to obtain the CyprusFlightPass. The maximum number of persons allowed to attend social gatherings at home and/or in public places (physical presence in the same premises/installation regardless of indoor and outdoor areas), increases from 150 to 250 persons for outdoor spaces and from 75 to 100 persons in indoor spaces. Self-isolation is required until the result of the test is available. All travellers who test positive should be placed in compulsory confinement for 14 days and follow the medical protocol of the Ministry of Health. Restrictions to non-essential travel has been lifted for residents of Australia, Canada, China, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Uruguay. The test must have been taken at most 72 hours before departure. Effective from 20 June 2020: 1. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. Transit: Transit is permitted, with limitations. (Gov.UK, 22.12.2020). Passengers who have been in a country other than Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia or Switzerland in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter. PHASE 1: Beginning June 9, 2020; PHASE 2: Beginning June 20, 2020; Flights will initially be permitted to arrive from 19 countries which have, in turn, been separated into two categories. – This does not apply to residents of Cyprus. Home/self isolation Passengers are subject to self-isolation. – Retail businesses of drinks and food (bakeries, supermarkets, mini-markets etc.) The overnight curfew applies to everyone except those who need to be at work during those hours, who will have to carry a confirmation form signed by their employer (Form A). The following categories may also be tested upon arrival: Cypriot citizens and their family members (spouses, underage children and parents); Persons legally residing in Cyprus; Persons entitled to enter the Republic under the Vienna Convention; Persons, irrespective of nationality, whose countries of residence (“orange” countries) do not provide a laboratory testing service. Concerts, cultural and music festivals attract large crowds of people and authorities are considering whether to allow them after July 14 From July 14 theaters and indoor cinemas, festivals and concerts, casinos, children’s play areas indoors and outdoors. Cargo flights are operating as normal. The decree on weddings, christenings and funerals remains in force. The categorisation of countries is available at cyprusflightpass.gov.cy and is revised on a weekly basis, according to the evolution of the epidemiological situation. Travellers from countries other than those mentioned in the first two categories (Category C) or who have stayed in a Category C country in the 14 days before arrival to Cyprus, and passengers travelling to Cyprus via intermediate countries of Category C with an overnight stay, are allowed to enter Cyprus and to perform the COVID-19 test only if they belong to one of the following categories: Cypriot citizens, permanently residing in the Republic of Cyprus and their family members (foreign spouses, their minor children and their parents)Persons legally residing in the Republic of Cyprus Persons allowed to enter the Republic of Cyprus under the Vienna Convention Persons, regardless of nationality, having a special permission as defined under the infectious Diseases Decree N.30 (Determination of Measures Against the Spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus disease), as amended. Consequently, when booking a flight, passengers have to be informed in advance by airlines, travel agents and/or internet booking platforms, before the final step of booking, that the acquisition of the CyprusFlightPass is necessary for their travel to the Republic of Cyprus. Face masks must be worn in public at all times. North of Cyprus – In the north of Cyprus, most restrictions on movement have now been lifted.