A Complete Guide to Cyprus COVID-19 Travel Restrictions (Updated)

Planning a visit to Cyprus? Stay informed of the most recent COVID-19 restrictions in the country to ensure a seamless and relaxed trip.

It’s important to keep yourself informed of the current travel restrictions and entry requirements to ensure a smooth and safe entry into the country. Preparing yourself with the knowledge of Cyprus’s COVID-19 protocols prior to your journey will help you experience a worry-free and enjoyable vacation.

What are the entry requirements for traveling to Cyprus?

There are no travel restrictions for entering Cyprus. Standard traveling documents such as a passport/ID are necessary to enter the country.

 

Are there any restrictions on movement within the local area?

At present, there are no limitations on mobility and travelers can access all types of services and amenities throughout the destination without having to provide any health certificates.

 

What is the protocol for handling travelers who test positive for COVID-19 during their stay in Cyprus?

The government of Cyprus is dedicated to providing for travelers who test positive for COVID-19 during their visit. They will arrange for their transfer to designated facilities and cover the costs for accommodation, meals, beverages, and medication. The traveler’s only expenses will be for their airport transfer and repatriation flight, which will be coordinated with their travel agent and/or airline

A COVID-19 hospital, with ample available beds and intensive care units equipped with ventilators, has been designated solely for travelers who test positive for the virus.

An individual who tests positive for COVID-19 may opt to self-quarantine in a privately rented home or apartment, at their own cost, as long as their room is not shared and they do not utilize public amenities

 

What is the duration of isolation for individuals who test positive for the virus?

Positive cases must isolate for 7 days starting from the date of their positive test result and are released without the requirement of a negative test. The isolation period may be shortened if the traveler receives a negative PCR test result on the 5th day after testing positive (the cost of the test will be the responsibility of the individual). It is mandatory for the traveler to stay in their room or designated spaces at all times during the isolation period.

 

Where can someone with COVID-19 symptoms receive a test?

Individuals can get PCR tests for COVID-19 at the laboratories listed in this link: pio.gov.cy

Rapid tests for COVID-19 are widely available at most laboratories and pharmacies throughout Cyprus. The cost is about 5€ for a rapid test.