United Kingdom to Cyprus: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇬🇧 United Kingdom → 🇨🇾 Cyprus
Visa Free

Up to 90 days without a visa.

United Kingdom citizens can enter Cyprus without a visa for up to 90 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~68, NYC=100).

United Kingdom Passport Strength

115 Visa-free
32 Visa on arrival
33 e-Visa
19 Visa required

Entry Details — Cyprus

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
90 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Cyprus
68.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Cyprus
35%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,700/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — United Kingdom Passport

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Cyprus and United Kingdom have a broadly similar cost of living (index 68 vs 72, NYC=100).
Cyprus cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Cyprus — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa to visit Cyprus?+

United Kingdom passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Cyprus. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can United Kingdom passport holders stay in Cyprus?+

The authorised stay for United Kingdom citizens in Cyprus is 90 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Cyprus?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Cyprus?+

The cost of living index for Cyprus is 68.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Cyprus.

What documents are required for United Kingdom citizens to enter Cyprus?+

A valid United Kingdom passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.