Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
Maximum Alerts / Cyprus
Level published by the State Department on 31.05.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Cyprus — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 1/4 ("Exercise Normal Precautions"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
near Prevezis
near Ανδρέα Δημητρίου
near Stasandrou
general;paediatrics
Φώτη Πίττα Λευκωσία
24/7
near Kritis
dermatology
near Kritis
dermatology
Sofokleous Taki
pediatric
near Ίωνος
18 Pindarou
near Theokritos
orthopaedics
near Pindarou
dermatology
near Stasandrou
dermatology
near Λεωφόρος Κυριάκου Μάτση
near Gerasimou Markora
25 Martiou
near Şehit Asap Elmas Sokak
near Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ'
dermatology
near Προδρόμου
paediatrics
6 Orfeos
allergology
"by appointment"
15 Digeni Akrita
Mo-We, Fr 08:30-13:00, 03:30-08:00; Th, Sa 08:30-01:00
Protagorou
plastic_surgery
Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su off
Kyriakou Matsi Avenue
35
dermatology
29 Digeni Akrita
near Kallipoleos
near Digeni Akrita
dermatology
near Digeni Akrita
dermatology
near Ολυμπίας
near John Kennedy Avenue
John Kennedy Avenue
Εσπερίδων Στρόβολος
ophthalmology
Grigori Afxentiou Άγιος Δομέτιος
25 March Engomi
near Danais
near Ψαρών
67 Αρμενίας Strovolos
ophthalmology
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00,16:00-20:00
near Θέρμειας
18 Megalou Alexandrou
24/7
Λεωφόρος Γρίβα Διγενή
24/7
37 A Archagelou Michail
dermatology
Diagorou
near Christodoulou Sozou
Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ'
34 Μετοχίου Λευκωσία
near Themistokli Dervi
near Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ'
Mo-Fr 08:00-13:30, Mo,Tu,Th,Fr 15:00-18:30, Sa 08:00-13:30; Su off
Prevezis
Girne Caddesi
Girne Caddesi
near Νίκου Γεωργίου
near Λεωφόρος Γρίβα Διγενή
near Themistokli Dervi
Agiou Pavlou Nicosia
near Πελασγών
near Λεωφόρος Σπύρου Κυπριανού
near Kritis
near Ilektras
Delfon Engomi
Girne Caddesi Lefkoşa
22 Λεωφόρος Δημοσθένη Σεβέρη Λευκωσία
Mo,Tu,Th,Fr 08:00-13:30,16:00-19:30; We 08:00-13:30; Sa 09:00-13:30
near Προδρόμου
near Ιωάννη Κονδυλάκη
near Theokritos
21 Λεωφόρος Κυριάκου Μάτση Λευκωσία
near Νίκης
Thoukydidou
Pindarou Nicosia
Şht. İbrahim Yusuf Sokak
John Kennedy Avenue
near Λεωφόρος Κυριάκου Μάτση
Grigori Afxentiou Άγιος Δομέτιος
Digeni Akrita Avenue
Agiou Pavlou Nicosia
near Digeni Akrita
Simonidou
Bedreddin Demirel Caddesi
near Digeni Akrita
near 25η Μαρτίου
near Βυζαντίου
1 Pafou Nicosia
3 Themistokli Dervi Nicosia
near Βασιλίσσης Φρειδερίκης
near Agiou Pavlou
9 Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ' Λευκωσία
9 Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ' Λευκωσία
9 Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου Γ' Λευκωσία
Mo-Th 08:15-12:30, 13:00-16:30; Fr 08:15-13:30
2 Βασιλίσσης Όλγας Άγιος Ανδρέας
Mo-Fr 10:00-12:00
2 Πολυβίου Δημητρακοπούλου Λευκωσία
18 Kyriakou Matsi Avenue Nicosia
Mo-Fr 07:30-16:00
27 Pindarou Λευκωσία
4 Ίωνος Engomi
near Erechtheiou
near Aikaterinis Kornarou
near Λήδρας
near Salaminos
near Kaymaklı Yolu Sokak
near Şehit Metini Ediz Sokak
near Λεωφόρος Σπύρου Κυπριανού
near 29 Ekim Sokak
2 Ιωνά Νικολάου Engomi
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-16 4.0 · 10-17 3.0 · 10-18 1.9 · 10-19 1.4 · 10-20 1.1 · 10-21 1.0 · 10-22 0.9 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.
No news located around Nicosia in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Cyprus. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Cyprus.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Cyprus. If rabies exposures occur while in Cyprus, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Vaccine is not required. Updated April 23, 2025
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Low incidence, comparable to Europe.
High coverage.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Hors des grandes villes, les infrastructures médicales sont souvent insuffisantes. Optez si possible pour les hôpitaux privés; ils sont en règle générale mieux équipés que les hôpitaux publics. Ils exigent cependant une avance de paiement ou une garantie financière avant de commencer un traitement. Pour tout traitement médical, la carte européenne d’assurance maladie (CEAM) doit être présentée. Institution commune LAMal Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N'oubliez toutefois pas que l'importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l’importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
L’encéphalite à tique (TBE) est une maladie virale transmise par la morsure de tiques infestées, surtout au printemps et en été. La consommation de lait cru ou de produits laitiers contaminés est aussi un mode de transmission bien que plus rare.
Les symptômes se présentent généralement en deux phases : d’abord un syndrome grippal associant fièvre, fatigue et courbatures puis des troubles neurologiques graves tels que méningite ou encéphalite (maux de tête, paralysie et confusion).
Il n’existe pas de traitement et la prise en charge est uniquement symptomatique. La prévention repose sur la protection contre les piqures de tiques et la vaccination en cas de séjour en zone rurale ou boisée. Il est recommandé de se renseigner avant son départ auprès de son médecin traitant ou d’un centre de vaccinations internationales.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site Santé Publique France et le site du ministère de la Santé .
La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.
Les mesures de prévention reposent sur les règles élémentaires d’hygiène générale vis-à-vis de l’eau, des aliments et du lavage des mains ainsi que sur la vaccination.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter le site de…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 112 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in Cyprus , including biting insects and ticks.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Cyprus where some staff will speak English.
To get medically necessary state healthcare in Cyprus, you need a Global Health Insurance Card ( GHIC ) or a European Health Insurance Card ( EHIC ).
The NHS’s getting healthcare abroad webpage has details about:
A GHIC or EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. You may have costs your GHIC or EHIC does not cover, including:
There is also guidance on healthcare if you’re living in Cyprus .
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie). Global Affairs Canada nonetheless asks for a high degree of caution (Northern Cyprus): its text, linked below, prevails.
The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.
no region is advised against by these readings; the trip follows the national advice and the high degree of caution Global Affairs Canada asks for (Northern Cyprus). A new regional advisory would call for a new, written decision.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (29.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (05.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Wildfires in Cyprus There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. For advice, visit the wildfires section on the Safety and security page .
Last change: New information about fertility treatment (‘Safety and security’ page).
Updated 31.05.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Cyprus . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Cyprus is generally a safe destination for travelers.
United Nations Buffer Zone
Do not try to enter the United Nations buffer zone anywhere other than a designated crossing point. Police and UN peacekeeping forces strictly enforce this restriction.
Armed Conflict
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there were significant disruptions to commercial flights.
A drone struck a building on the British Sovereign Base Area on Cyprus on March 2, 2026.
Review our Travel Guidance for Cyprus to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.
10-16 4.0 · 10-17 3.0 · 10-18 1.9 · 10-19 1.4 · 10-20 1.1 · 10-21 1.0 · 10-22 0.9 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 3 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
The security page lists no red or orange area.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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L’île est divisée depuis 1974 entre la République de Chypre (au sud) et la partie nord de l’île, occupée par la Turquie. La ligne de démarcation (« ligne verte », ou « zone-tampon », en anglais : « buffer zone ») est surveillée par une mission de maintien de la paix des Nations Unies, la FNUCHYP, créée en 1964. La « République turque de Chypre nord » (« RTCN ») n’est reconnue internationalement que par la Turquie. En raison de la partition de fait de l’île et de la non reconnaissance de la « République turque de Chypre nord », l’ambassade de France ne peut garantir l’exercice de la protection consulaire dans la partie nord de l’île.
Ainsi, les touristes visitant la partie nord de l’île doivent impérativement respecter les interdictions de prises de vue aux abords des zones militaires turques protégées et identifiées comme telles par des panneaux comportant la mention « zone interdite » (en plusieurs langues dont le français), sous peine d’arrestation.
Il est formellement interdit de pénétrer dans la « zone-tampon » sous contrôle de l’ONU hors des zones prévues à cet effet (villages formant partie des « civil use areas »). La « zone-tampon » ne peut être traversée qu’aux points de passage désignés (cf. rubrique Entrée / Séjour ). Des sentinelles armées en assurent la protection de chaque côté et certaines zones sont minées.
Le risque terroriste existe à Chypre comme dans le reste de l’Europe. Une vigilance renforcée est recommandée à l’ensemble de nos ressortissants résidant ou de passage à Chypre.
Chypre est située dans une zone sismique à activité relativement élevée. Les tremblements de terre du mois de février 2023 qui ont dévasté l’Est de la Turquie et une partie du nord de la Syrie ont été ressentis à Chypre. Par ailleurs, les secousses de petite magnitude sont fréquentes. Il est conseillé, en cas de tremblement de terre, de respecter les consignes de sécurité usuelles en la matière .
En raison de la sécheresse qui sévit tous les étés à Chypre et des vents qui soufflent sur le pays, les feux sont fréquents au cours de la période estivale. Les feux de forêt sont particulièrement dangereux et imprévisibles. Il est recommandé d’être prudent lors de déplacements dans une zone boisée. En cas de feu, composer immédiatement le 112 (numéro européen) ou le 1407 (appel gratuit), et pour la partie Nord le 177 .
Il est strictement interdit d’allumer des feux pour préparer à manger ou de faire des barbecues en dehors des lieux prévus et aménagés à cet effet par le département des forêts. Les cigarettes, allumettes et barbecues doivent être correctement éteints.
Pour plus de renseignements et de recommandations sur les risques liés aux feux de forêt, il est conseillé de consulter le guide de sécurité d’incendie, adressé au public, et actualisé sur le site du Département des forêts, disponible en grec et en anglais : http://www.moa.gov.cy/moa/fd/fd.nsf/fd52_en/fd52_en?OpenDocument
La petite délinquance est peu présente à Chypre, et sévèrement sanctionnée par la justice locale. En revanche, des réseaux de trafiquants de drogue et de prostitution sont actifs autour des grandes stations balnéaires.
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Le chapitre Derniers développements a été enlevé et le chapitre Situation générale a été actualisé (Risques régionaux). (published 22.06.2026)
Compte tenu de la situation toujours tendue au Proche et au Moyen-Orient, des restrictions dans le trafic touristique ne peuvent être exclues. Les tensions sociales sporadiques peuvent conduire à des débordements ou à d’autres actes de violence. Tenez-vous à l’écart des manifestations et des grands rassemblements en tout genre. L’île est partagée de fait entre la République de Chypre au sud et le territoire occupé par la Turquie en 1974 au nord. La «République turque de Chypre du Nord RTCN» n’est reconnue que par la Turquie. La République de Chypre n’exerce un contrôle réel que sur la partie sud de l’île. La ligne de démarcation entre les deux entités est surveillée par l'ONU. A l'intérieur et à proximité immédiate de la zone tampon le long des deux côtés de la ligne de démarcation, il existe des champs de mines. Aux abords de la zone tampon, il est donc recommandé d'emprunter exclusivement les routes et les chemins très fréquentés et de s'informer au besoin auprès des autorités locales et/ou de la population. Il est interdit de pénétrer dans la zone tampon en dehors des voies d’accès et de transit officielles. Dans ce pays comme ailleurs, le risque d’attentats terroristes ne peut être exclu. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements
Observez les précautions d'usage contre la petite délinquance. Les vols à la tire ainsi que les cambriolages de voitures se produisent en particulier dans les zones touristiques et sur les plages. Il est recommandé d'éviter les rues non éclairées et les lieux isolés. Des stupéfiants sont parfois utilisés. Ils peuvent être administrés de différentes manières (dans les aliments, les boissons, les cigarettes, etc.). La prudence est donc de mise.
Chypre se situe dans une zone sismique . Dans le bassin méditerranéen, il n’est pas exclu qu’un séisme ou une éruption volcanique provoque un tsunami qui atteigne toutes les zones côtières de la Méditerranée. Il existe un important risque d’incendie de forêt à de nombreux endroits. Suivez les mises en garde et les instructions des autorités locales, p. ex. ordres d’évacuation. Forest Fires: Fire Safety Guide Department of Meteorology De fortes pluies peuvent provoquer des inondations ainsi que des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. La circulation peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbée. Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire durant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivez les instructions des autorités locales. En cas d'interruption des communications avec l'étranger, vous pouvez vous mettre en liaison avec l'Ambassade de Suisse à Nicosie.
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 16.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable.
If affected, British Nationals should:
There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. For advice, visit the wildfires section on the Safety and security page .
Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This section has safety advice for regions of Cyprus. It only covers regions where the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) has specific advice.
You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .
The Republic of Cyprus is a full EU member, but the country is divided by the ‘Green Line’. The British government does not recognise the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’.
FCDO can only provide limited consular support if you are visiting areas in the north that are not under control of the Republic of Cyprus. The authorities in the north of Cyprus do not share information with the British High Commission regarding the location, wellbeing or treatment of British nationals. This means you may be more vulnerable and at greater risk.
The Republic of Cyprus does not recognise residence permits issued in the north of Cyprus.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This guide also has safety advice for regions of Cyprus .
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Terrorist attacks in Cyprus cannot be ruled out.
Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreign nationals.
Demonstrations may occur in cities with little or no notice. Events in the Middle East have led to heightened tensions and demonstrations are likely. Avoid any protests, political gatherings, or marches and leave the area if one develops. Local transport routes may be disrupted.
The Republic of Cyprus is a full EU member, but the country is divided by the ‘Green Line’. The British government does not recognise the self-declared ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’.
Crime against tourists is not common but take sensible precautions. Keep passports, money and other valuables safe.
Personal attacks, including sexual assaults, are infrequent but do happen. Drug-assisted rape is a risk, including with drugs like GHB and liquid ecstasy. Buy your own drinks and always keep sight of them. Avoid splitting up from your friends.
Cyprus has a strictly enforced zero-tolerance policy towards illegal drugs, including laughing gas and cannabis.
You should expect severe penalties such as a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling illegal drugs, including when transiting through the airport.
Airports in Cyprus have excellent technology and security for detecting illegal items. This is also used to scan the baggage of transiting passengers.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in the Republic of Cyprus and civil partnerships are recognised. However, they may not be as widely accepted as in the UK. Same-sex sexual activity is also legal in the north of Cyprus, but not widely accepted.
Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .
If you are of Cypriot descent, even if you do not have a nationality card, authorities may consider you eligible for military service. If this happens, you could have difficulties when exiting Cyprus, and you might have to prove that you live outside Cyprus.
Under international law, the British High Commission cannot intervene with Cypriot authorities on behalf of those considered to be dual Cypriot-British nationals. If you might be eligible for any local obligations or duties that apply to dual nationals, such as military service, contact the Cypriot authorities or a local lawyer before you travel.
The British High Commission has lists of English-speaking lawyers in Cyprus and in the north of Cyprus. See Getting help .
The British High Commission cannot get involved in surrogacy arrangements.
The laws on surrogacy differ between the areas under the effective control of the Republic of Cyprus and the north of Cyprus.
Surrogacy is strictly limited to cases where a woman is medically unable to carry a pregnancy. In all cases, court approval is required before any treatment begins. No form of financial compensation for the…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Cyprus - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions 2026-05-31travel.state.gov ↗updated 31.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Cyprus . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Cyprus is generally a safe destination for travelers.
United Nations Buffer Zone
Do not try to enter the United Nations buffer zone anywhere other than a designated crossing point. Police and UN peacekeeping forces strictly enforce this restriction.
Armed Conflict
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there were significant disruptions to commercial flights.
A drone struck a building on the British Sovereign Base Area on Cyprus on March 2, 2026.
Review our Travel Guidance for Cyprus to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories)
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 29, 2026 14:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 29.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences or heavy fines. Drugs, alcohol and travel
There are restrictions on photographing:
English-language signs are generally posted in sensitive areas advising of the restrictions.
The Republic of Cyprus enforces restrictions and prohibition on the importation of certain items proceeding from the so-called “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”. Confirm these regulations before crossing the UN buffer zone or “green line”. Good subject to restrictions - Customs and Excise Department of the Republic of Cyprus
If you plan on purchasing or renting a property in the so-called “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”, make sure you seek legal advice before committing to any transaction. Transactions may be illegal under the laws of the Republic of Cyprus since most of the properties belong to owners displaced in 1974 by Turkish military occupation. If you illegally rent or purchase one of these properties, you may face civil lawsuits from the legitimate owners and legal issues in the Republic of Cyprus. You should also avoid entering the Republic of Cyprus with advertisements or brochures promoting these properties. They could be used as evidence in a lawsuit.
If you stay in a hotel or any other type of commercial accommodations in the so-called “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”, you could face legal issues if the building or land lawfully belongs to owners displaced in 1974 by Turkish military occupation. Seek accommodation in establishments lawfully owned by Turkish Cypriots. Ownership status of hotels and other accommodation facilities - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus
Canadians with dual citizenship or who are eligible for Cypriot citizenship may be subject to compulsory military service and other national obligations. Confirm this requirement before travelling to Cyprus.
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Cyprus. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Cyprus, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Cypriot court. If you are in this situation:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
You must be at least 18 years old to drive a vehicle in Cyprus. You can use your valid Canadian driver’s licence for up to 6 months. You should carry an international driving permit. Traffic drives on the left. Liability insurance is mandatory. Vehicle insurance purchased in the Republic of Cyprus is not valid in the so-called “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”. You must have a separate insurance policy when driving in the northern part, including when driving rental cars.
The currency of the Republic of Cyprus is the euro (EUR). The Turkish lira (TRY) is in circulation in the so-called “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus”. If you are carrying €10,000 or more, or the equivalent in other currencies or monetary instruments, you must make a declaration to customs when you enter or leave the European Union. This does not apply if you are travelling within the European Union or in transit to a non-EU country. EU Cash Controls – European Commission
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 29, 2026 14:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 29.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Cyprus has a strictly enforced zero-tolerance policy towards illegal drugs, including laughing gas and cannabis. You should expect severe penalties such as a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling illegal drugs, including when transiting through the airport. Airports in Cyprus have excellent technology and security for detecting illegal items. This is also used to scan the baggage of transiting passengers.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in the Republic of Cyprus and civil partnerships are recognised. However, they may not be as widely accepted as in the UK. Same-sex sexual activity is also legal in the north of Cyprus, but not widely accepted. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
If you are of Cypriot descent, even if you do not have a nationality card, authorities may consider you eligible for military service. If this happens, you could have difficulties when exiting Cyprus, and you might have to prove that you live outside Cyprus. Under international law, the British High Commission cannot intervene with Cypriot authorities on behalf of those considered to be dual Cypriot-British nationals. If you might be eligible for any local obligations or duties that apply to dual nationals, such as military service, contact the Cypriot authorities or a local lawyer before you travel. The British High Commission has lists of English-speaking lawyers in Cyprus and in the north of Cyprus. See Getting help.
The British High Commission cannot get involved in surrogacy arrangements. The laws on surrogacy differ between the areas under the effective control of the Republic of Cyprus and the north of Cyprus.
Surrogacy is strictly limited to cases where a woman is medically unable to carry a pregnancy. In all cases, court approval is required before any treatment begins. No form of financial compensation for the surrogate is allowed. Prospective parents and clinics may face criminal charges if they proceed without the appropriate approvals in place.
Pursuing surrogacy in the north carries risks as clinics are not regulated and there is no legal framework governing arrangements. Legal transfer of parenthood can be complex as the birth mother is given automatic parental responsibility. Obtaining birth certificates can also be complicated and may take a long time. The British High Commission’s ability to provide any assistance in the north of Cyprus is limited.
Before entering into any surrogacy arrangements:
Children born through surrogacy are not automatically entitled to British nationality. To bring your child born through surrogacy from Cyprus to the UK, you must apply for a full British passport for the child before you travel. The application process can take a significant amount of time, and even longer if supporting documentation has been issued in the north of Cyprus, due to the UK’s non-recognition of the authorities there. The maximum period you may be allowed to stay in Cyprus without a visa is 90 days.
Fertility treatment in the north of Cyprus carries risks as clinics are not regulated in the same way as in the UK. Make sure you conduct thorough research beforehand. Further information on fertility treatment abroad is available on the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) website.
The authorities in the north of Cyprus do not act on British court orders. They will not share information with the British High Commission on children subject to UK court orders. This means the British High Commission cannot ensure that these children are properly safeguarded.
Avoid taking photographs near sensitive areas, such as military buildings. If you do, the authorities could arrest you.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Vous trouverez des informations sur les règles de la circulation routière , notamment sur le taux d'alcoolémie autorisé, sous: Your Europe: Code de la route et sécurité routière - Chypre Il est interdit de photographier des personnes en uniforme ainsi que des zones et installations militaires. Toute infraction risque d’entraîner une arrestation. Respectez les écriteaux et, en cas de doute, renoncez à prendre la photo. Dans la partie nord de l’île, la «République turque de Chypre du Nord RTCN» l'outrage et les critiques à l'encontre de dirigeants politiques de la RTCN sont punissables ainsi que d’autres propos politiquement sensibles. Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit, sont passibles de lourdes peines de prison. L’acquisition ou l'utilisation d’un bien immobilier dans la partie nord de l’île présente des risques juridiques particuliers en raison des différends non résolus concernant les droits de propriété foncière et peut faire l'objet de poursuites pénales. Il est donc vivement recommandé de faire appel à une avocate ou un avocat.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan.
Reading 09:00 (Asia/Nicosia)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: Medical density comparable to Switzerland: the local network handles most cases; repatriation remains a question of convalescence and cost. Health spending of 2,899 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
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Les cartes nationales d’identité françaises (CNI) délivrées à des majeurs entre le 1er janvier 2004 et le 31 décembre 2013 sont encore valables 5 ans après la date de fin de validité indiquée au verso, mais aucune modification matérielle de la carte plastifiée n’atteste de cette prorogation.
Les autorités chypriotes ont accepté officiellement cette prorogation. Toutefois, de façon à éviter tout désagrément pendant votre voyage, il est fortement recommandé de préférer l’utilisation d’un passeport valide à celle d’une CNI portant une date de fin de validité dépassée, même si elle est considérée par les autorités françaises comme étant toujours en cours de validité.
En cas de voyage uniquement avec une CNI, il convient de télécharger et d’imprimer la notice multilingue expliquant ces nouvelles règles.
Chypre étant membre de l’Union Européenne, un passeport français ou une carte d’identité, toujours en cours de validité (voir ci-dessus), suffisent pour entrer sur le territoire contrôlé par la République de Chypre (sud de l’île). Les mêmes documents permettent de séjourner jusqu’à 90 jours dans la partie nord de l’île.
Il est fortement recommandé d'arriver sur l’île par les aéroports de la République de Chypre : Larnaca (45 mn de Nicosie) ou Paphos (1h45 de Nicosie). L’arrivée sur l’île par l’aéroport « d’Ercan » ( « Tymbou » ), situé dans la partie nord, peut entraîner des difficultés pour les voyageurs : les personnes utilisant cet aéroport ne bénéficient pas des conventions internationales protectrices des droits du passager. L’ambassade de France n’a aucune possibilité de leur porter assistance en cas de litige ou de contentieux. Les agents publics et les représentants officiels français en mission sur l’île ne doivent pas emprunter cet aéroport.
Il est par ailleurs également fortement déconseillé d’arriver sur l’île par les ports situés dans la partie nord (voir section « Transport aérien et maritime »).
Toutes les mesures de restrictions sanitaires pour l’entrée sur le territoire ont été levées.
En cas de test positif, il reste cependant obligatoire de se placer à l’isolement pendant 7 jours (5 jours avec un test négatif). Il n’est pas possible de voyager pendant l’isolement.
Dès lors que la durée du séjour ne dépasse pas 4 mois (court séjour), les ressortissants français munis d’un passeport ou d’une carte nationale d’identité en cours de validité peuvent séjourner à Chypre sans formalité particulière. Au-delà de cette durée, il convient de s’enregistrer auprès du service d’immigration chypriote afin de se voir délivrer un certificat d’enregistrement ( yellow slip ).
La République de Chypre est membre de l’Union européenne depuis 2004, et l’ensemble du territoire de l’île fait en droit partie de l’Union Européenne (l’application de l’acquis communautaire est considérée comme « suspendue » au nord, compte tenu de la situation de fait qui y prévaut).
En temps normal, tout ressortissant d’un État membre peut donc circuler librement dans l’ensemble de l’île et traverser la zone-tampon sur simple présentation, aux points de passage, d’un document d’identité en cours de validité. Neuf points de passage permettent de traverser la zone-tampon :
Il est déconseillé de se présenter aux points de passage muni d’une carte nationale d’identité dont la date de validité est dépassée (voir ci-dessus) : les contrôles n’étant pas systématiques à la sortie du territoire contrôlé par la République de Chypre, mais obligatoires à l’entrée, les Français dans cette situation risqueraient de se voir refuser l’accès au nord puis au sud, et donc d’être bloqués dans la zone-tampon.
Les touristes résidant dans le sud peuvent passer…
Les touristes qui se rendent dans la partie nord de l’île peuvent introduire sur le territoire contrôlé par la République de Chypre, à leur retour dans la partie sud : 260 € d’achats ; 1 litre d’alcool ; 40 cigarettes (au maximum)
Le passage d’objets contrefaits entre la partie nord de l’île et la partie sud, contrôlée par la République de Chypre, est strictement interdit. Il est rappelé qu’en France, la détention de produits de contrefaçon expose le détenteur à se voir confisquer ces produits par les services douaniers et infliger une amende comprise entre une et deux fois la valeur de l’objet de la fraude.
À noter que des contrôles sont régulièrement effectués par les services de la douane, notamment aux alentours du village de Pyla, qui est situé dans la zone-tampon, et où peuvent être vendues des marchandises soumises à contrôle douanier par les autorités de la République de Chypre.
Les mineurs non accompagnés de leurs parents doivent être munis d’une autorisation de sortie du territoire.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Cyprus’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Cyprus set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Cyprus High Commission in the UK .
To enter Cyprus, your passport must have:
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or proof of right of abode . See Dual Citizenship .
You can travel without a visa to Cyprus for up to 90 days. This applies if you travel:
At Cyprus border control, you may also need to:
The requirements for working in Cyprus are different.
Cyprus is not part of the Schengen area, so:
Make sure you get your passport stamped on entry and exit.
If your passport is missing a stamp, show evidence of when and where you entered or left Cyprus (for example, boarding passes or tickets) and ask the border guards to add the date and location in your passport.
Read about passport stamping if you live in Cyprus .
To stay longer, check with the Cyprus High Commission .
Do not overstay your permitted time. You could be:
The Republic of Cyprus authorities will count time in the north of Cyprus towards the 90-day visa-free total. You can use any crossing point to move between the north and south of the island.
See a list of the crossing points from the Cyprus Ministry of Finance .
Only pedestrians can use the crossing points at Ledra Palace and Ledra and Lokmaci…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 31.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Crime against tourists is not common but take sensible precautions. Personal attacks, including sexual assaults, are infrequent but do happen.
What the texts say · There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. Cyprus experiences earthquakes and tremors.
What the texts say · Cyprus has a strictly enforced zero-tolerance policy towards illegal drugs, including laughing gas and cannabis. Avoid taking photographs near sensitive areas, such as military buildings.
What the texts say · Credit card and ATM fraud occurs.
What the texts say · Demonstrations may occur in cities with little or no notice. Demonstrations and strikes take place regularly.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 14.08.2026 · read 27.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 29.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 29.09.2026 · read 27.09.2026)
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 3 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
La conduite s'effectue à gauche. Les comportements imprévisibles sur les routes augmentent considérablement les risques d'accidents. Transports publics: Des bus Intercity assurent régulièrement la liaison entre les grandes villes. L’offre de transport est toutefois limitée dans les zones rurales. Cyprus by bus
La République de Chypre considère comme illégale l’entrée sur le territoire par les aéroports ou les ports situés dans la partie nord de l’île. Il est interdit de franchir la ligne de sécurité maritime, qui est le prolongement en mer de la ligne de démarcation. Les représentations de la République de Chypre à l'étranger et les autorités sur place fournissent tout renseignement sur les dispositions en vigueur: points de passage autorisés et fermetures temporaires, documents requis, durée de séjour, etc. En raison de la partition de facto de l'île et d’une situation juridique spéciale, il est pratiquement impossible pour l'Ambassade de Suisse à Nicosie de porter assistance aux personnes ou entreprises suisses en situation d’urgence ou en besoin d’assistance s’ils se trouvent dans la partie nord de l’île.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — Medical density comparable to Switzerland: the local network handles most cases; repatriation remains a question of convalescence and cost. Health spending of 2,899 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
34 Λεωφόρος Δημοσθένη Σεβέρη, 1080, Λευκωσία
+357 25 05 71 40 · France Diplomatie
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Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
2 Πολυβίου Δημητρακοπούλου, 1090, Λευκωσία
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Numéro d’urgence dans la partie sud de l’île de Chypre: 112 Numéros d’urgence dans la partie nord de l’île de Chypre: Premier secours 112, Police 155, Incendies de forêts 177 et pompiers 199. Dispositions douanières de la République de Chypre: Customs and Excise Department Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Centre consulaire régional à Athènes, Grèce Ambassade de Suisse à Chypre Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse
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British passport — British embassy and consulates
phone not published
Alexandrou Palli, 1587, Λευκωσία - Lefkoşa
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https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
+357 22393939
https://cy.usembassy.gov ↗updated 31.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 14.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Telephone: 112 (ambulance, fire, police)
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.
| Help! | Βοήθεια!Voítheia! |
| Call an ambulance! | Καλέστε ασθενοφόρο!Kaléste asthenofóro! |
| I need a doctor. | Χρειάζομαι γιατρό.Chreiázomai giatró. |
| Where is the nearest hospital? | Πού είναι το πλησιέστερο νοσοκομείο;Poú eínai to plisiéstero nosokomeío? |
| Call the police! | Καλέστε την αστυνομία!Kaléste tin astynomía! |
| I am allergic to penicillin. | Είμαι αλλεργικός (αλλεργική) στην πενικιλίνη.Eímai allergikós (allergikí) stin penikilíni. |
| I have international medical insurance. | Έχω διεθνή ιατρική ασφάλιση.Écho diethní iatrikí asfálisi. |
| I want to contact my embassy. | Θέλω να επικοινωνήσω με την πρεσβεία μου.Thélo na epikoinoníso me tin presveía mou. |
| Please take me to this address. | Πηγαίνετέ με σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώ.Pigaíneté me se aftí ti diéfthynsi, parakaló. |
| Do you speak English? | Μιλάτε αγγλικά;Miláte angliká? |
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Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
Compte tenu du contexte régional et de la volatilité de la situation, il est recommandé aux Français de passage à Chypre de : Rester vigilants dans leurs déplacements pendant leur séjour ; Suivre les actualités sur les médias officiels et se référer aux déclarations officielles françaises ; Suivre les conseils aux voyageurs et s’inscrire sur le Fil d’Ariane. Une vigilance accrue est nécessaire dans la zone non contrôlée par les autorités de la République de Chypre, dans…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 11 March 2026 · updated 17 March 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026Editorial change
September 29, 2026 14:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 29.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 31.05 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10DFAE · updated 22.06 · read 16.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 14.08 · read 16.10State Department · updated 31.05 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 14.08 · read 16.10State Department · updated 31.05 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 13.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: single number 112 · ambulance 1400 · fire 199
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 13.10
At today's level 1/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10OMS · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 14.08 · read 16.10
3.6 physicians per 1,000 people (2022) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
0.8 homicides per 100,000 people (2023) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 13.10DFAE · updated 22.06 · read 16.10
No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie). Global Affairs Canada nonetheless asks for a high degree of caution (Northern Cyprus): its text, linked below, prevails.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 29.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 14.08 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 29.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 14.08 · read 16.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 16.10eda.admin.ch · updated 22.06 · read 16.10
Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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