How much does a Cyprus tourist visa cost?

For a Cyprus tourist visa, the consular fee is €60. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Standard adult — €60; Child under 6 — free; Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen — free; VFS service fee — €25. Cyprus charges its own national short-stay fee rather than the Schengen fee, plus a VFS service fee in GBP. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Cyprus tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Cyprus tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Cyprus tourist visa?

VFS Global Cyprus visa application centre in the UK for document lodging and biometrics; the Consulate General of Cyprus in London decides. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Cyprus tourist visa?

The Cyprus consular network lists: Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the stay with 2 blank pages; Completed Cyprus visa application form; ICAO-standard passport photo; Travel and medical insurance covering Cyprus; Flight booking or itinerary; Hotel booking or invitation letter; Bank statements for the last 3-6 months; Proof of UK residence or immigration status; Employment letter or proof of income; Cover letter explaining the purpose of the visit. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Cyprus tourist visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 1 submission point in the UK for Cyprus, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Cyprus tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Cyprus tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Cyprus consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€60

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Cyprus tourist visa

VFS Global Cyprus visa application centre in the UK for document lodging and biometrics; the Consulate General of Cyprus in London decides.

Required documents

Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the stay with 2 blank pages
Completed Cyprus visa application form
ICAO-standard passport photo
Travel and medical insurance covering Cyprus
Flight booking or itinerary
Hotel booking or invitation letter
Bank statements for the last 3-6 months
Proof of UK residence or immigration status
Employment letter or proof of income
Cover letter explaining the purpose of the visit

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Standard adult€60— Cyprus national short-stay visa
Child under 6Free— Exempt
Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizenFree— Directive 2004/38/EC
VFS service fee€25— Charged in GBP; confirm when booking

Cyprus charges its own national short-stay fee rather than the Schengen fee, plus a VFS service fee in GBP.

Booking an appointment

Book online through the VFS Global Cyprus UK portal. Slots are released periodically and priority services are sold as extras.

Practical tips

Apply three to four weeks ahead. British citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so this route is for non-British UK residents.

What is unusual about the Cyprus process

Cyprus is in the EU but not yet in Schengen: the visa admits you to Cyprus only, and a Schengen visa does not substitute for it.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus
13 St James's Square, London SW1Y 4LB
All Cypriot visa categories; Cyprus is outside the Schengen area.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Cyprus consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Cyprus tourist visa cost?: For a Cyprus tourist visa, the consular fee is €60. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Standard adult — €60; Child under 6 — free; Family member of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen — free; VFS service fee — €25. Cyprus charges its own national short-stay fee rather than the Schengen fee, plus a VFS service fee in GBP. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Cyprus tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Cyprus tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Cyprus tourist visa?: VFS Global Cyprus visa application centre in the UK for document lodging and biometrics; the Consulate General of Cyprus in London decides. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Cyprus tourist visa?: The Cyprus consular network lists: Valid passport, valid 3 months beyond the stay with 2 blank pages; Completed Cyprus visa application form; ICAO-standard passport photo; Travel and medical insurance covering Cyprus; Flight booking or itinerary; Hotel booking or invitation letter; Bank statements for the last 3-6 months; Proof of UK residence or immigration status; Employment letter or proof of income; Cover letter explaining the purpose of the visit. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Cyprus tourist visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book online through the VFS Global Cyprus UK portal. Slots are released periodically and priority services are sold as extras.
Can I apply for a Cyprus tourist visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 1 submission point in the UK for Cyprus, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

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