## cyprus visa

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- What is Cyprus visa?
- How to apply?
- Cyprus visa types
- Documents required
- Photo specifications
- Cyprus visa fees
- Cyprus visa status
- Where to apply?

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# Cyprus Visa for Indians - Definitive Guide

Being the third largest country in the Eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus is also the third most populous. Apart from the citizens of Cyprus, there are people on a Cyprus visa as well. These are the tourists, businessmen, visitors, and others. Indians are among the frequent travellers to Cyprus. A considerable number of citizens issue a Cyprus visa from India.

## What is Cyprus visa?

At the time of visiting any other country, there are certain procedures that are to be performed. These include the personal verification, approval of documents, getting a permit to enter the country among others. The important and the initial procedure that you need to worry about is the issuance of the visa. In order to be allowed to enter Cyprus for your required purpose, you will need to issue a particular type of visa to Cyprus for the same. With this visa, you can tour the country, visit your friends and family members in Cyprus, do business in the country and others. The validity offered by the visa depends on the type that you have opted, although generally, the validity ranges from 6 months to a year. However, it allows a stay of 90 days per visit.

### How to apply?

The process of application for Cyprus visa is mainly offline and is carried out by the certified visa application centres and the embassy. However, there are certain things to consider before going ahead with the application process. You must first check if you have a valid passport and other requirements, also, you need to meet the eligibility criteria for the application process. The steps for the application for issuing a visa to Cyprus are given as follows:

1. Visit the official website of the Cyprus High Commission.
2. Go to the visa section and find the form for application for Cyprus visa.
3. Download and print out the form.
4. You can then fill out the form with all the required details from the passport and other documents.
5. Sign the form and attach the supporting documents with the form.
6. You can then submit the form to the nearest office of VAC.

The documents to be submitted must be in good condition and there is no need for an appointment for the submission. The completely filled and signed visa application form can be submitted to the visa application centre (VAC). You must also make sure to submit the application at least 90 to 15 days prior to the date of travel.

Also, at the time of filling out the form, you need to make sure that the information provided on the visa application form checks out with the details on your passport and other documents. If there is any incorrect or unverifiable information, there are chances that the visa application may get rejected. This kind of visa rejection can even affect your future applications for any kind of visa to Cyprus or any other country as well. To avoid the same, you can even pursue consultation from the professionals to make sure not to make a mistake that could have consequences.

### Cyprus visa types

Different kinds of visas are required for different kinds of purposes. There are Cyprus visa types as per the purpose of visit and the number of entries allowed. Mainly, the visas are classified on the number of entries permitted. The classification of Cyprus visa is as follows:

- Single entry
  This is the category in which you will be allowed to issue visas for a single entry in Cyprus. The validity of this visa is ranges from 90 to 180 days and the traveller is allowed to stay in the country for up to 90 days per visit within the validity. The duration of stay is to be decided by the High Commission.
- Tourist visa
  A tourist visa is issued at the time when the traveller is willing to visit the country for tourism. The tourist visa spans for about 3 months and can be extended as per the requirement.

- Visitor visa
  This visa is required when you are looking forward to visiting your family or friends in the country. To obtain this visa, you require an invitation from the person you are visiting in Cyprus. The validity is the same as the tourist visa.

- Multiple entries
  This type of visa is issued when the applicant requires multiple entries to Cyprus. The validity is, therefore, more than the single entry type. The multiple entry visa is grants validity for a year allowing stay of 90 days per visit.

- Business visa
  When a business person is travelling to Cyprus for carrying out business-related transactions or making business deals, a business visa is needed for the same. The span for the business visa depends on your purpose of visit. It is mainly considered as a type of multiple entry visa.

### Documents required

There are different kinds of documents needed for different types. The documents mainly vary depending on the purpose of the visit. The list of common documents for Cyprus Visa is given as follows:

- An original passport valid for at least 6 months ahead of the date of travel.
- Visa application form, completely filled and signed
- Coloured photographs as per the photo specifications
- A cover letter with all the required details
- Confirmed flight tickets
- Income Tax Returns proof
- Travel Health Insurance
- Detailed Itinerary
- Assumption of Responsibility letter
- Invitee’s passport and residence proof
- Proof of accommodation - invitation letter, hotel reservation, etc.
- Proof of purpose of visit - invitation letter, exhibition or conference pass, etc.
- Proof of sufficient funds - bank statement or any other equivalent document.
- Proof of identification and nationality - PAN card, Adhaar card

Note: If you are willing to keep the original documents with you, you can mail the required originals with their photocopies. The documents must be in English, Greek or Turkish. If they are in any other languages, the documents must be translated from certified translators and attested as well.

### Photo specifications

Two copies must be provided

- Photo size: 40 mm x 50 mm.
- Coloured copy must be provided.
- The face must cover about 70-80% of the frame - 32 mm x 36 mm.
- Head should well-centred.
- The picture must not be older than 6 months.
- The background must be white
- Neutral expressions
- Glasses are not permitted.
- Headgears are not allowed except for religious reasons.
- Clothing shouldn’t match the background.

### Cyprus visa fees

The visa fee is paid at the time of application. It must be paid in cash and in INR. It is paid for the processing of the documents and the verification of the data. It is also important to note that the Consulate does not accept ₹500 notes.

Entry | Purpose | Stay Duration | Validity | Fees
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
Single entry Normal | Tourist | 1 month | 3 months | 2910.0
Single entry Normal | Business | 1 month | 3 months | 2910.0
Single entry Normal | Study | 1 month | 3 months | 2910.0
Single entry Normal | Work | 1 month | 3 months | 2910.0
Single entry Normal | Dependant | 1 month | 3 months | 2910.0
Single entry Normal | Transit | 1 month | 1 month | 2465.0

### Cyprus visa status

Since the Cyprus visa is offline, the status of the processing of the visa can be checked by confirming with the visa application centre or by calling the Consulate. You just have to contact the Consulate, make sure you have your visa application number with you as this is required to check the status.

### Where to apply?

You will have to apply offline to the High Commission of Cyprus to get the visa. The High Commission is based in Delhi. There are other ways for application as well. You can apply through a visa application centre or third party. Most importantly, it needs to be ensured that the application is submitted well in advance so that the processing is done in time.

At times, the process may seem complicated and the formalities involved can seem difficult to be carried out individually. In such cases, professional visa consultation can be considered from the visa agencies. This will allow you to have your documents handled professionally and the procedure may even be quicker than the normal process.

### Frequently Asked Questions

#### How can I extend my Cyprus Visa?

You can extend your short term visa into a temporary resident visa. But before going ahead with the process, you must first have an appropriate and firm purpose to stay. If there’s a case of humanitarian reasons or if as a visitor you own a property in Cyprus, the visa extension will be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs themselves. However, if you have any personal reasons to extend the validity, then you must fill out the MVIS3 form and submit it to the Civil Registry and Migration Department. The visa is extended up to 3 months ahead of the existing validity. Therefore, it is important that you apply for the visa extension at least 3 to 4 days prior to the expiration date.

#### What is the medical test for Cyprus Visa?

A medical test is carried out to make sure if the traveller is fit enough and is not carrying any contagious diseases. Generally, the medical test is carried out for the long term visas and for the short term type. It is also mandatory for visitors from certain countries - Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Somalia, Iraq, Syria and Pakistan. The medical test is compulsory for travellers who have been to these countries as well.

#### How much bank balance required to get Cyprus visa?

The amount that is required in your savings bank account is not specified clearly by the Cyprus High Commission. There may be requirements as per the type of your visa and whether the visa is a long term or a short term visa. You may need to confirm this information once you know what kind of visa you require. The requirements may change based on several factors.

#### Is a visa on arrival available for Indians?

Cyprus does offer visa on arrival to Indians but there are certain conditions for the same. Indians who already possess a 6-month valid US multiple-entry visa are allowed to access the facility of Cyprus visa on arrival for Indians.

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