Cyprus Visa For Indians

Byadmintouriangle

Until recently Cyprus government has approved the 50% reduction of Visa fee for the nationals of following countries; India, China and Philippines in a bid to attract more foreign investors. In addition the investor will be able to conduct multiple business transactions without being required to reapply for visa extension. Also it has been decided that there will be no requirement for hotel booking confirmation when applying for visa extension.

The Republic of Cyprus attracts foreign investors, expatriates and tourists with their favorable living standards, favourable climate, good food and entertainment facilities. In the past few years, Cyprus has been a popular destination for Indians. The visa policies of Cyprus government have attracted thousands of Indians, who are now enjoying every day life in Cyprus.

Indian passport holders now can travel to Cyprus with an online visa. The online visa to Cyprus (EU) is available for the applicants who are residents of the following states in India: Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh (including Chhindwara district in MP), Maharashtra.

Cyprus Visa For Indians

India is far from UK and when it comes to the bureaucracy, it is one of the best countries with a lot of rules and law. To get any kind of Visa for UK this country is one of the toughest destinations and that too in more ways than one. With a large number of Indians migrating each year to Cyprus along with other European countries, and due to easy process, Cyprus has become a popular destination for expatriates & immigrants who want to settle down in the European country.

Documents for Cyprus Visa application

For processing Cyprus visa application, it is mandatory for the applicant to submit the following documents.

  • Original passport and old passports, if any
  • Passport should be valid for at least 6 months, with a minimum of three blank pages
  • Photocopy of the first and last page of your passport
  • Confirmed return air tickets
  • The visa application form duly filled and signed by the applicant
  • 2 recent passport-size colour photographs taken against a white background with matte-finish (size 35 mm x 45 mm)
  • Hotel confirmation details
  • Travel itinerary
  • Original bank statements reflecting transactions of the last 3 months
  • Income Tax Returns of the last 3 years
  • Covering letter mentioning details of travel, details of the traveller, purpose of visit and duration of stay. The letter should be duly signed by authorized signatory with company stamp and addressed to the The Visa Officer, Embassy of Cyprus High Commission, New Delhi.
  • Children below the age of 18 travelling to Cyprus unaccompanied, will require a statement signed by both parents and stamped by the mayor of the area. If children are accompanied by one parent only, the authorization of the other parent is mandatory.

Additional documents

If the applicant is employed:

  • Salary slips for the last 3 months
  • Original leave letter from employer on the company letterhead, stamped and signed

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed:

  • Certificate of registration of the company / Certificate of Incorporation (MOA / Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership deed, etc)
  • Covering letter on the company letter head and financial documents

If the applicant is Student:

  • Original NOC letter from school / college with ID card copy

If the applicant is Retired:

  • Pension statements for the last three months
  • Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business

If the applicant is a Minor traveler:

  • If travelling alone, then an original NOC by both parents and a copy of their passports (first and last page
  • If accompanied by one parent only, the authorization of the other parent is mandatory

If the applicant has a Friend / Family in Cyprus:

  • Invitation letter stating the purpose of visit and assurance that the expenses will be taken care of. The letter should also mention details like length of stay and date of travel
  • Passport copy or residence permit of the invitee 
  • Address proof of the invitee in the form of utility bills
  • Updated bank statements as a proof of financial support of the invitee

Note:

  • Visa will be processed within 10 – 15 working days post document submission however visa approval time is at the discretion of the consulate
  • Visa will be valid for 180 days from the date of issue
  • Tourist visa will allow you to stay up to 90 days from the date of arrival
  • If the applicant’s documents have to be collected from Mumbai, an additional courier fee of Rs 300 will be applicable. In case of places other than Mumbai, an additional courier fee of Rs 700 will applicable on Cyprus tourist visa fees.

Cyprus Visa On Arrival

Travellers to Cyprus with a valid double or multiple-entry Schengen visa and have entered the Schengen area at least once with the visa can enter Cyprus without a visa.

Cyprus visa FAQs

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