Cyprus visa need to be applied through Visa Facilitation Centre (VFS) The choice of consulate/facilitation centre for submission of documents and biometrics is done basis the country of entry or in case of multiple country visit at the consulate for the country with maximum stay.
Post collection of the entire list of documents appointment for biometrics is taken basis available dates and in consultation with applicant. Visa granted is stamped on your passport showing the start and end date of validity of the visa and also the maximum number of days of stay permitted per visit. If applicant has a valid, double and/or multiple entries Schengen visa on his/her passport, he/she can enter Cyprus without a visa.
Visitors to Cyprus for holiday will need a tourist visa. Visa processing will take 15 working days approximately and visa validity is as per the travel dates. ** If applicant has a valid, double or multiple entries Schengen visa on his/her passport, he/she can enter Cyprus without a visa.
Covering Letter – on Self or business letter head as applicable covering below aspects
Visitors to Cyprus to visit their family, friends will need visit visa. Visa processing will take 10 – 15 working days approximately and visa validity is as per travel date. If applicant has a valid, double and/or multiple entries Schengen visa on his/her passport, he/she can enter Cyprus without a visa.
Covering Letter – on Self or business letter head as applicable covering below aspects
Visitors to Cyprus for seeking to engage in business visitor activities, attending conference, seminars, Job interviews or Professional examinations will need a business visa. Visa processing will take 10 – 15 working days approximately and visa validity is as per travel date. If applicant has a valid, double or multiple entries Schengen visa on his/her passport, he/she can enter Cyprus without a visa.
Covering Letter – on Self or business letter head as applicable covering below aspects
Leave Sanction Letter