Is Cyprus in the Schengen area?

The question of whether Cyprus is included in the Schengen area is of interest not only to many tourism enthusiasts, but also to those who wish to visit the island republic for other purposes. Rumors about the signing of the Schengen Agreement appeared a long time ago, but it never took place. Additional confusion exists due to the fact that the island is part of the European Union with a special status. At the moment, in order to visit Cyprus, a full-fledged visa must be issued.

In accordance with the Schengen Agreement, the participating countries are united into a union territory, where passport and visa control is simplified. States retain autonomy and sovereignty, but at the same time they are bound by common obligations. They must comply with the internal and external policies of the European Union, developed by the leading powers. This implies tougher procedures and requirements for obtaining a Schengen visa for those wishing to visit these countries.

Understanding whether a visa to Cyprus is tied to the Schengen zone or not and why it is, it is worth studying the history of this issue, which began in 2004:

What to expect tourists

Due to internal problems, the question of when Cyprus will enter the Schengen area remains open. Such circumstances create a need for tourists to clarify how they can get to Cyprus, what visa regime is valid at the moment.

Today, the old rules are in force: in order to obtain documents for entering the country, you need to send a questionnaire to the appropriate embassy.

The simplicity of the procedure pleases Cypriot immigrants, as they do not have to delve into the intricacies of obtaining a Schengen visa. This state is for many Russians and citizens of the CIS one of the most desirable places of permanent residence. So you can safely agree on renting housing in an apartment, villa or cottage, preferably ahead of time, since there is no end to visitors from local owners of living space.

Demand for renting real estate is constantly growing. The authorities of the island have to think about expanding the possibilities for receiving new citizens.

For Schengen visa holders

A Schengen visa would be incorrectly called useless for those who decide to visit Cyprus. With its help, you will avoid red tape when receiving the main document. You can fly to the island both from Russia and from an EU country convenient for you.

Having a multivisa C or D, you will be able to freely enter Cyprus. However, if you only have a short-term permit stamp, you will need to apply for a national visa. Also, the Republic can be visited by holders of a residence permit of the European Union.