India passport → Cyprus
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Cyprus?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Cyprus, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a Schengen visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free instead:
- Schengen visa
Double or multiple-entry Schengen C visa. Stay limited by the Schengen visa's validity.
Sources disagree on some details here. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Last verified 11 Oct 2026.
Cyprus at a glance
- Capital
- Nicosia
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Greek, Turkish
- Calling code
- +357
- Region
- Western Asia
Cyprus for other passports
- IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Western Asia for Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Cyprus?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Cyprus, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Cyprus?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Cyprus?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Cyprus easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying Schengen visa, Indian citizens get visa free. Double or multiple-entry Schengen C visa. Stay limited by the Schengen visa's validity.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Indian citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Cyprus before you travel.