CYPRUS
Cyprus National Tourist Visa
- Schengen Visa Exemption Assessment
- VFS Appointment & Document Audit
- Travel Medical Insurance (€30,000 Cover)
- Financial Dossier & Income Proof
- End-to-End Application Guidance
CYPRUS VISA PROCESS
The verified steps to secure your Cyprus National Tourist Visa through VFS Global in India.
ELIGIBILITY
SCHENGEN EXEMPTIONHolders of a valid, previously-used double or multiple-entry Schengen visa can enter Cyprus visa-free. All others must apply for a national Cyprus sticker visa.
VERIFICATION
ONLINE REVIEWUpload your completed application and supporting documents on the official VFS Cyprus portal for mandatory preliminary electronic verification.
SUBMISSION
BIOMETRIC LODGEMENTAttend your scheduled appointment at the VFS Global Cyprus centre to submit original passports, financial records, and enroll biometric fingerprints.
DECISION
PASSPORT STICKERThe Cyprus High Commission in New Delhi assesses the application (approx. 7–10 working days). Collect your passport with the official Cyprus visa vignette.
FROM APPLICATION TO APPROVAL
Every step handled. Every detail reviewed.
We review your current passport visas to determine whether you can enter Cyprus visa-free on an existing multiple-entry Schengen visa or require a national visa.
UNDERSTAND
We review your current passport visas to determine whether you can enter Cyprus visa-free on an existing multiple-entry Schengen visa or require a national visa.
REVIEW
We audit your complete documentation: 3-to-6 months stamped bank statements, 2-year ITR copies, employer leave NOC, and compliant travel medical insurance.
DIGITAL UPLOAD
We complete the official visa form, assemble travel bookings, and lodge your files through VFS Global's preliminary electronic verification portal.
VFS APPOINTMENT
We book your appointment slot at the nearest VFS Cyprus Application Centre in India and organize your physical dossier with all required copies.
DECISION & RETURN
We track your application reference through the High Commission's evaluation window and ensure safe return of your stamped passport.
Required Documents
As per Cyprus Immigration
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick verified answers about the Cyprus visitor visa application process.
Yes! If you hold a valid, used double-entry or multiple-entry Category C Schengen visa, or an EU/Schengen residence permit, you may enter and stay in Cyprus without a separate visa, provided your stay does not exceed your Schengen visa validity.
Cyprus is a full member state of the European Union, but it is not currently part of the border-free Schengen zone. Therefore, a Cyprus national visa cannot be used to travel to Schengen countries.
Standard processing at the High Commission of Cyprus in New Delhi typically takes between 7 to 10 working days following document and biometric submission at VFS Global.
Applications must be submitted through authorized VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centres across major Indian cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.