Types of Cypriot Visas for British Nationals and Permanent Residents in the United Kingdom.
There are various type of Cypriot visas are available for you to apply. The type of Cypriot visa you will need to apply depends on the purpose, length of your trip and the frequency of trips you will be taking to Cyprus. If you require information such as Cypriot consulate contact details , visa forms for Cyprus, and other travel information please use the dropdown menu, below.
- Cypriot tourist visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for a short period of leisure travel in Cyprus and no business activities permitted with the short term tourist visa for Cyprus.
- Cypriot visitor visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for a short period of travel to visit friends and family in Cyprus and no business activities are permitted.
- Cypriot business visa for British citizens and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for participating in short-term business activity in Cyprus.
- Cypriot transit visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued and is generally valid for 3 days or less, for transferring through a port in Cyprus to a third destination.
General Documnets Required to Apply for a Cypriot Visa for British Nationals and Permant Residents in the United Kingdom
The below items are generally required to apply for any type of Cypriot visas in the United Kingdom:
- Fully completed Visa Application Form and essential declaration
- Passport size photographs
- Valid national passport
There are other types of Cypriot visas such as student visas, temporary worker visas, parent visas, spousal visas or partner visas for British nationals which are available to apply. Please contact the Cypriot Embassy in London or the nearest Cypriot consulate accredited to the United Kingdom for more information.
Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents. Angolan Embassy rules and regulations can and do, very occasionally change overnight. We accept no responsibilty for any such changes. To learn more information click on Disclaimer Information.
Cypriot Entry Visa Types Available for British Nationals and Permanent Residents in the UK
Single Entry visa for Cypriot: A single-entry visa allows its holder to enter Cypriot only once, within the given period of time, as mentioned in the visa sticker affixed to their passport. Once the visa holder exits the territory of Cypriot or visa region associated with Cypriot, he or she can no longer go back, even if they have not spend in Cypriot the number of days as permitted by the Cypriot embassy that issued them the visa.
Double Entry visa for Cypriot: In general, a double-entry visa applies the same way as the single-entry visa explained above. The sole difference between a single-entry and a double-entry visa is that the second gives you the chance to go once more back to Cypriot
Multiple Entry visa for Cypriot: This type of visa allows the holder of the visa to enter Cypriot mutiple times with visa validity period.
What Are The Steps to Apply for an Cypriot Visa for British Nationals?
To apply for an Cypriot visa in the United Kingdom, then follow the steps given below:
- Check if you need to apply for a Cypriot Visa.
- Know when is the right time to apply for your Cyprus visa!
- Figure out what type of Cypriot visa you will need.
- Find out where you should lodge your Cypriot visa application.
- Fill in the right Cypriot visa form.
- Collect the documents required for Cypriot visa.
- Make a visa appointment and attend the visa interview.
- Submit your biometrics.
- Pay the Cypriot visa fee.
Please Note: Please consult Cypriot consulate in the United Kingdom as visa regulations for Cyprus can and often change overnight. In individual cases, additional documents required for Cypriot visa. We accept no responsibility as we have no affiliation with the embassy of Cyprus in the United Kingdom or their visa section.
What are the common questions asked by a Cypriot visa officer?
Going for a visa interview at the Cypriot consulate in London? The visa officer at the Cypriot consulate will look over your application and ask you questions if they wish to clarify anything. It is best to answer these questions honestly.
Typical questions asked at the Cypriot visa interview include:
- What is your purpose of your trip to Cyprus?
- Do you know anyone living in Cyprus?
- What is your current occupation? How long have you been in your current occupation?
- If you are a student, when will the studies finish?
- How will you support yourself whilst in Cyprus?
- Have you ever travelled to other countries?
- Who will pay for your trip to Cyprus?
- What are your plans when you return from your trip from Cyprus?
- What will you do if your Cypriot visa application is rejected?
What are the usual reasons for getting your Cypriot visa denied?
Common reasons why your Cypriot visa application got rejected include:
- Lack of funds – you must be able to afford your trip Cyprus and you must provide documents to show that you can.
- Proof of accommodation not provided – you must be able to show where you will be staying in Cyprus and you can easily do this by providing a hotel reservation in Cyprus.
- The visa officer thinks you will not return to your home country – you must make it clear that you intend to leave Cyprus and return to your home country before the expiry of your visa. You can do this by providing documents that show you have ties where you live, such as an employment letter or proof that you own your home etc.
- No proof of residence – you must be able to prove that you can live in the country of your residence legally, so you must provide proof of residence.