Cyprus Visa For Zimbabweans
If you are a Zimbabwean citizen, indeed a citizen of any country for that matter, who is about to apply for Cyprus visa and you need to know whether your passport can be accepted in Cyprus or not as well as what other requirements you may have to comply with, this information hub will suit your needs.
Many Zimbabweans have found themselves victim of political elections, fraud and an unstable economy. This has made them seek greener pastures overseas. Otherwise, they would want to continue living in the Republic of Zimbabwe. Travel to Cyprus provides you with the best destination that gives you peace of mind.
In June 2018, the Republic of Cyprus introduced new visa-free rules for citizens of Zimbabwe. In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about the visa exemption.
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Cypriot Visa.
- An appropriately filled and signed visa application form.
- A passport valid for the entire period to be spent in Cyprus.
- Passport bio-data page and the page showing the date of entry at the Cyprus border.
- A bank statement that reflects the applicant’s financial stability
- Two recent 3 x 4 cm coloured passport-sized photographs.
- Vaccination certificates.
- Applicant’s medical insurance for the duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation provision for the applicant
- Proof of financial resources for the duration of stay.
- A criminal record or any other document of equivalent legal value issued by the authorities in Zimbabwe.
- A return ticket to Zimbabwe or onward ticket to another country.
Cyprus Visa for Zimbabweans
Facts about Cyprus
Cyprus is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean. Cyprus is known for its beaches, mountains, ski resorts and national parks. Activities like hiking and mountain biking are the most popular activities tourists engage in while in the country. The country is also known for its wine cultivation which has been done since the Bronze age. You can try out a variety of wines while in the country.
Tourism in Cyprus plays a vital role in the country’s economy. About 4 million foreign tourists visit Cyprus yearly which makes it the 40th most visited country in the world.
Foreigners in Cyprus should beware of taking photographs in sensitive places like military buildings and also some government buildings.
Types of Cyprus Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Two weeks | 90 days |
| Business visa | Two weeks | 90 days |
| Transit visa | Two weeks | 1-5 days |
General Requirements for Cyprus Visa
- An appropriately filled and signed visa application form.
- A passport valid for the entire period to be spent in Cyprus.
- Passport bio-data page and the page showing the date of entry at the Cyprus border.
- A bank statement that reflects the applicant’s financial stability
- Two recent 3 x 4 cm coloured passport-sized photographs.
- Vaccination certificates.
- Applicant’s medical insurance for the duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation provision for the applicant
- Proof of financial resources for the duration of stay.
- A criminal record or any other document of equivalent legal value issued by the authorities in Zimbabwe.
- A return ticket to Zimbabwe or onward ticket to another country.
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Cyprus Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- The Cyprus tourist visa is issued to travelers who want to enter Cyprus for tourist purposes.
- It is also known as a Short stay visa which is why the visa is only issued for a short period of time.
- Zimbabweans who want to visit Cyprus to visit family/relatives or for tourism and leisure purposes are eligible for this type of visa.
- The holders of this type of visa can enter and exit Cyprus once or multiple times.
- The duration of your stay will not exceed 90 days in any half of the year from the date of the first visit.
- Note that a tourist visa is extendable.
- For a visit to family and friends, a letter of invitation is required. The letter has to be duly signed and completed by the host and it should include his/her contact details, house address, and occupation. It should also be signed by the Migration Department.
- A copy of a hotel reservation confirmed by the hotel manager would be needed.
- An itinerary of travel arrangements showing the arrival date and intended duration of stay. The tickets should be purchased before the visa is issued.
- The visa for the return country should be valid for at least three months beyond the intended duration of stay.
- Visitors to Cyprus are to have original passports valid for at least three months beyond the period of validity of the visa issued(you will have to make photocopies of the passports too).
- A bank statement is necessary to serve as evidence of the applicant’s financial capability of covering their expenses during their intended duration of stay in Cyprus.
- A minor traveling to Cyprus unaccompanied is expected to provide a letter of consent signed by both parents.
- Two passport photos of the minor would be needed. The parents’ passport must be included too.
- The Consulate may also ask for a copy of a Bank Guarantee Letter from the host, throughout a visitor’s stay in Cyprus, so as to cover the possible cost of repatriation. Bank Guarantee Letters are issued for the amount of £200.
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Cyprus Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Zimbabweans traveling to Cyprus for business purposes.
- If you need to travel to Cyprus often (for business etc.), it is possible to get a multiple-entry visa for several visits.
- The total duration of your stay should not exceed 90 days in any 180-day period.
- The multiple-entry Cyprus visa for business purposes is valid for one year.
- Multiple-entry visa requires 10-15 days from the day of application to be ready.
- The actual cost of the visa depends on the urgency of its obtaining.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Cyprus company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied by the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
