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Cyprus Visa for Nepali Citizens

Visa requiredLast reviewed April 26, 2026

Nepali passport holders visiting Cyprus as tourists use the Cyprus National Visa. Processing time: 7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi. Apply through VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centre — India. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-StayStay: Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
Visa fee: Not listed in our record
Processing time: 7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files)
Where to apply: VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centre — India

At a glance

At a glance — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-Stay

Processing time: 7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files); allow 2–3 weeks total including VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi.
Stay duration: Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
Visa validity: Single-entry sticker matched to trip dates (default for first-time applicants); multi-entry up to 1 year for repeat travellers with clean history.
Entries: Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT).
Bank balance / financial proof: Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–10-day trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement.
Where to apply: Download form from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp, fill and sign, travel to India to submit at any VFS Cyprus VAC (Delhi recommended), wait for High Commission decision, then courier passport collection.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-Stay
Tourism, leisure, sightseeing within the Republic of Cyprus.
Stay
Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
Processing
7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files); allow 2–3 weeks total including VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi.
Business — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Business
Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Cyprus.
Stay
Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
Processing
7–15 working days at High Commission Delhi.
Family Visit — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends
Visiting family or friends resident in Cyprus.
Stay
Up to 90 days in 180.
Processing
7–15 working days.
Student — Pro-Visa (Long-Stay) — Student
Full-time study at a recognised Cypriot tertiary institution (university, college, English-language programme).
Stay
Programme length (1–4 years), renewable annually via Pink Slip.
Processing
8–12 weeks: (1) institution submits Pro-Visa to Cyprus Civil Registry & Migration (4–8 weeks), then (2) entry visa collected from High Commission Delhi (1–2 weeks).
Work — Pro-Visa (Long-Stay) — Employment
Salaried employment at a Cypriot company. Employer initiates the application; foreign worker collects entry visa.
Stay
1–4 years per employment contract; renewable.
Processing
8–12 weeks: employer files Pro-Visa with Department of Labour + Civil Registry & Migration; foreign worker submits entry visa at VFS Cyprus India after approval.
Transit — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Transit
Transit through a Cypriot airport (Larnaca / Paphos) en route to a third country.
Stay
Up to 5 days transit.
Processing
7–15 working days.
Other route — Cyprus Permanent Residence by Investment (Category 6.2)
Permanent residence permit for non-EU nationals investing in Cypriot residential property.
Stay
Permanent (no expiry; residence permit issued for life if conditions maintained).
Processing
Approx. 2 months for Council of Ministers approval after complete application is filed via a Cypriot lawyer.

Checklist

Required documents — Cyprus tourist visa

29 required · 9 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Cyprus National Visa application form (signed)
Required
Downloaded from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp; printed and signed by hand. Available in English.
Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages)
Required
Plus photocopies of front + last page + every used page of current and last 2 old passports.
Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old)
Required
Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 2/3 of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India)
Required
Apply for an Indian visit visa or 72-hour transit visa first if you do not already hold a multi-entry Indian visa. The Cyprus High Commission cannot adjudicate without you physically reaching India.
Travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage)
Required
Schengen-template policy acceptable. Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the stay in Cyprus.
Confirmed return air ticket
Required
Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable at file-prep stage.
Confirmed accommodation in Cyprus for the entire stay
Required
Hotel booking, private rental, or invitation-letter accommodation. Include the hotel name, address, and booking reference.
Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location)
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose of trip
Required
Addressed to the High Commission of Cyprus, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
Required
Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable)
Required
Notarised English translations.
International credit card copy + last 3 months statement
Conditional
Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
Proof of social / professional status
Required
Employed: employer letter on letterhead (position, tenure, leave grant, last 3 months salary slips). Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
Required
Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement
Conditional
Demonstrates funds being carried for the trip.
Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents
Conditional
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Cyprus visa

Mission: High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
Address: 108, Jor Bagh, New Delhi 110003, India
Phone: +91 11 2469 7503
Email: cyprushc.delhi@mfa.gov.cy
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–13:00 consular submission; 14:00–16:00 collection. Visa decisions issued by the High Commission; VFS handles intake only.
Application centre: VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata) — No Cyprus VAC in Nepal — Nepali applicants must travel to one of the five VFS Cyprus India centres (Delhi is closest and the High Commission seat). Delhi VAC: 5th Floor, Rectangle 1, D-4, Saket District Centre, New Delhi 110017. Mon–Fri 08:30–14:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp.
Online portal: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Cypriot visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
Cyprus is NOT in the Schengen Area — it issues NATIONAL visas, NOT Schengen Type C. A Cypriot visa does not allow travel to other Schengen countries, and a Schengen visa from another member does not automatically grant Cyprus entry.
BUT — under EU Council Decision 565/2014, holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa (2+ entries), a Schengen Type D long-stay visa, an LTV with multi-entry, or a valid Schengen residence permit DO NOT need a Cypriot visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Carry the original Schengen document at port of entry.
No Cypriot diplomatic mission in Nepal — Nepali applicants MUST travel to India to submit at one of the five VFS Cyprus India VACs (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata). High Commission of Cyprus in New Delhi adjudicates.
Biometrics are NOT yet mandatory for Cypriot short-stay visas (Cyprus is not Schengen). Biometric collection will become mandatory once Cyprus joins the Schengen Information System (SIS) — currently deferred beyond 2027.
Travel medical insurance is mandatory: minimum EUR 30,000 cover including emergency hospitalisation + repatriation, valid for the entire stay in Cyprus. Schengen-template policies are accepted.
All non-English documents must be translated into English by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and notarised. Cypriot consular officials accept English documentation directly.
Cyprus has separate procedures for Northern Cyprus (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus / TRNC — only recognised by Turkey). A Republic of Cyprus visa permits entry through any of the legal southern crossing points: Larnaca / Paphos airports, Limassol port, Pergamos / Strovilia / Astromeritis crossings. Entry through Ercan / Geçitkale (TRNC) is illegal under Republic of Cyprus law and may trigger entry ban.
Long-stay (> 90 days) for study, work, or family reunion is a two-step process: (1) the inviter / employer / institution in Cyprus initiates a Pro-Visa application at the Cypriot Civil Registry & Migration Department; (2) once Pro-Visa is approved, applicant collects the entry visa from the High Commission in New Delhi.
Pink Slip (Temporary Residence Permit) is issued IN CYPRUS by the Civil Registry & Migration Department after arrival on a Pro-Visa — valid 1 year, renewable up to 4 times for non-EU nationals.
Cyprus offers a Permanent Residence by Investment route (Category 6.2): minimum EUR 300,000 in residential property + bank deposit of EUR 30,000 for 3 years. Approved within ~2 months by the Council of Ministers.
Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior Schengen / UK / US refusals, single applicants under 30 without dependants. Cyprus high commissioners scrutinise Nepali files heavily for misuse risk.

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Guides

Cyprus visa guides

FAQ

Cyprus visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Cyprus visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Cyprus as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Cyprus for tourism use the Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-Stay, which allows a stay of Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.

How long does a Cyprus tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files); allow 2–3 weeks total including VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi.

What bank balance is required for a Cyprus visa?

Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–10-day trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Cyprus on a tourist visa?

Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period (Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-Stay).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Cyprus tourist visa?

Download form from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp, fill and sign, travel to India to submit at any VFS Cyprus VAC (Delhi recommended), wait for High Commission decision, then courier passport collection.

What documents are required for a Cyprus tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Cyprus National Visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India); Travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket; Confirmed accommodation in Cyprus for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location).

Which Cyprus mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan), 108, Jor Bagh, New Delhi 110003, India. Phone: +91 11 2469 7503. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata), No Cyprus VAC in Nepal — Nepali applicants must travel to one of the five VFS Cyprus India centres (Delhi is closest and the High Commission seat). Delhi VAC: 5th Floor, Rectangle 1, D-4, Saket District Centre, New Delhi 110017. Mon–Fri 08:30–14:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Cyprus business visa?

Yes — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Cyprus. Processing: 7–15 working days at High Commission Delhi.

Is there an official online portal for the Cyprus visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp.

How is the Cyprus visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft drawn in favour of "High Commission of Cyprus" at any Indian bank. VFS service fee + courier in cash INR or by card at the VAC counter. No payments accepted in NPR — all fees are settled in INR at the Indian VAC.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Cyprus visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Cyprus visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: April 26, 2026

https://www.mfa.gov.cy/embassies/embassy_newdelhi — High Commission of Cyprus New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp/visa-type — VFS Global Cyprus India visa categories + appointment booking
https://www.moi.gov.cy — Cyprus Ministry of Interior · Civil Registry & Migration Department (Pro-Visa, Pink Slip, PR by Investment)
https://www.mlsi.gov.cy — Cyprus Department of Labour (work permit clearances)
https://www.investcy.gov.cy — Invest Cyprus (Permanent Residence by Investment, Category 6.2)
EU Council Decision 565/2014 of 15 May 2014 — Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, and Croatia unilateral acceptance of Schengen visas
EU Directive 2004/38/EC — Free Movement Directive (spouse/child of EU citizen visa-fee waiver)
EU Directive 2003/109/EC — EU Long-Term Residence rights after 5 years

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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