# Cyprus visa for Nepali citizens

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Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/cyprus
Last updated: 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **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 (VFS Global Cyprus India — appointment booking + visa application form download) · https://www.mfa.gov.cy/embassies/embassy_newdelhi — High Commission of Cyprus New Delhi · https://www.moi.gov.cy — Cyprus Civil Registry & Migration Department (long-stay / Pink Slip) · https://www.investcy.gov.cy — Invest Cyprus (Permanent Residence by Investment)
- **Payment:** 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.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Short-Stay

**Purpose:** Tourism, leisure, sightseeing within the Republic of Cyprus.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
**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).
**Processing time:** 7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files); allow 2–3 weeks total including VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi.
**How 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 -> courier passport collection.
**Financial requirement:** 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.

**Required documents:**

- Cyprus National Visa application form (signed) — 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) — 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) — 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) — 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) — Schengen-template policy acceptable. Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the stay in Cyprus.
- Confirmed return air ticket — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable at file-prep stage.
- Confirmed accommodation in Cyprus for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental, or invitation-letter accommodation. Include the hotel name, address, and booking reference.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location)
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — 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) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — 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 — 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)
- 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) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Nepali passport holders need a valid Indian visa to travel to the VFS VAC. Plan for this 4–6 weeks before the planned Cyprus trip.
- A multi-entry Schengen Type C visa with 2+ entries OR a Schengen residence permit removes the need for a separate Cyprus visa — file directly under EU Decision 565/2014 if you already hold one.
- Entry to Cyprus is ONLY through legal southern crossing points (Larnaca / Paphos / Limassol / Pergamos / Strovilia / Astromeritis). Arrival via Ercan / Geçitkale (Turkish-controlled TRNC) is illegal.

### Business — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Cyprus.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Up to 1 year multi-entry for established business profiles.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 7–15 working days at High Commission Delhi.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Cyprus India submission with Cypriot inviter docs.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from Cypriot company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's VAT registration, business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- Cypriot inviter business registration (VAT certificate + company registry extract) — From the Cyprus Department of Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Cyprus.
- Carry the invitation letter + a copy of the visa in hand luggage at port of entry.

### Family Visit — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in Cyprus.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days in 180.
**Validity:** 1-year multi-entry for repeat family visits.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 7–15 working days.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Cyprus India intake with host-provided invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket)
- Letter of invitation from Cypriot host (citizen / PR / pink-slip holder) — Notarised in Cyprus by a notary public; includes host name, address, status, relationship to applicant, dates of stay, who covers expenses.
- Host's status proof: Cypriot ID / passport / PR card / pink slip copy
- Host's 3-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- Family-relationship proof: marriage certificate, birth certificate, or family-tree document (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU / EEA / Cypriot citizens are GRATIS — the consular fee is waived under Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC. VFS service still applies.
- Hosts in Cyprus: notarise the invitation at any Cypriot notary public; document is valid in original or certified copy presented at the High Commission.

### Student — Pro-Visa (Long-Stay) — Student

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised Cypriot tertiary institution (university, college, English-language programme).
**Stay duration:** Programme length (1–4 years), renewable annually via Pink Slip.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on Pink Slip after registration.
**Entries:** Single (entry visa); multiple via Pink Slip post-arrival.
**Processing time:** 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).
**How to apply:** Two-step: (1) Cypriot institution submits Pro-Visa application to the Civil Registry & Migration Department (Migration Office Nicosia) on student's behalf; (2) once Pro-Visa is approved, student is notified and submits entry-visa application at VFS Cyprus India / High Commission Delhi.
**Financial requirement:** Bank guarantee deposited in a Cypriot bank in the student's name OR sponsor letter from parent — minimum EUR 7,000 / year (≈ NPR 10 lakh) plus tuition + accommodation costs proven separately.

**Required documents:**

- Pro-Visa application form (institution-initiated)
- University / college acceptance letter on official letterhead — Must list institution registration number with the Cyprus Ministry of Education, programme, start date, and tuition for first year.
- Tuition fee receipt OR bank guarantee for tuition
- Bank guarantee (EUR 7,000+) from a Cypriot bank in student's name — Or equivalent sponsor commitment from parent.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested) — SLC / SEE, +2, Bachelor's — every level completed.
- IELTS Academic 5.5+ overall OR TOEFL iBT 70+ OR equivalent — English-medium institutions require this.
- HIV / AIDS test result + Hepatitis B + Tuberculosis screening (≤ 4 months old) — Mandatory for student Pro-Visa; performed at MoFA-recognised lab in Nepal.
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (≤ 6 months old)
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised English translations)
- Health insurance covering full study period (Cyprus-acceptable policy)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Cyprus
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the bank guarantee / tuition. Sponsor's income bundle establishes that source of education funding is legitimate.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Students must register at the Civil Registry & Migration Department within 7 days of arrival to apply for the Pink Slip (Temporary Residence Permit). This is renewed annually.
- Part-time work (up to 20 hours/week during term, 38 hours during holidays) is permitted for full-time students after the first 6 months — must be registered through the institution's career office.
- Common refusal grounds: weak SOP, low IELTS, missing HIV test, undisclosed previous Schengen / UK refusals.

### Work — Pro-Visa (Long-Stay) — Employment

**Purpose:** Salaried employment at a Cypriot company. Employer initiates the application; foreign worker collects entry visa.
**Stay duration:** 1–4 years per employment contract; renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; Pink Slip thereafter.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via Pink Slip.
**Processing time:** 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.
**How to apply:** Two-step: (1) Cypriot employer obtains Labour Department clearance + Pro-Visa from Civil Registry & Migration; (2) worker submits entry-visa application at VFS Cyprus India / High Commission Delhi with the approved Pro-Visa.

**Required documents:**

- Approved Pro-Visa from Cyprus Civil Registry & Migration — Employer-side document; confirms job offer + Labour Department approval.
- Employment contract signed by both parties — Bilingual (Greek + English); registered with Cyprus Department of Labour.
- Cypriot employer's registration documents — VAT certificate + company registry extract + tax-clearance letter.
- Educational certificates + experience letters supporting the role — Notarised English translations + MoFA-attested.
- HIV / AIDS test + Hepatitis B + Tuberculosis screening (≤ 4 months old)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (≤ 6 months old)
- Health insurance for full employment period — Employer typically covers; otherwise self-arranged Cypriot health policy.
- Bank statement (last 6 months)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for employed applicants)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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.

**Notes:**
- Cyprus reserves a quota of work permits for non-EU nationals each year, allocated by sector. Domestic-helper, agriculture, and hospitality categories have specific Labour Department conditions and minimum wages.
- Family of foreign workers can apply for Pro-Visa as Dependants once the principal worker holds the Pink Slip — separate application per family member.
- Cyprus has bilateral social-security agreements with several countries (not yet with Nepal) — pension contributions accrue in Cyprus per EU rules.

### Transit — Cyprus National Visa (Type C) — Transit

**Purpose:** Transit through a Cypriot airport (Larnaca / Paphos) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit.
**Validity:** Single-use visa tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** 7–15 working days.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Cyprus India intake.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance)
- Confirmed onward air ticket departing Cyprus within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — Cypriot border officials verify onward admissibility.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Airside transit at Larnaca / Paphos: Nepalis transiting without leaving the airport for < 24 hours may not need a transit visa if remaining in the international transit zone. Confirm with the airline at check-in.
- If the transit exceeds 24 hours OR you wish to leave the airport, apply for a regular transit visa.

### Multi-Entry — Cyprus Permanent Residence by Investment (Category 6.2)

**Purpose:** Permanent residence permit for non-EU nationals investing in Cypriot residential property.
**Stay duration:** Permanent (no expiry; residence permit issued for life if conditions maintained).
**Validity:** Permanent — must visit Cyprus at least once every 2 years to maintain.
**Entries:** Multiple (no limit).
**Processing time:** Approx. 2 months for Council of Ministers approval after complete application is filed via a Cypriot lawyer.
**How to apply:** Engage a Cypriot lawyer / licensed agent -> reserve the property (EUR 300,000+ residential) -> deposit EUR 30,000 in a Cypriot bank for 3 years -> file F.4 application at the Civil Registry & Migration Department through the lawyer -> wait for Council of Ministers decision.
**Financial requirement:** Investment of EUR 300,000+ in residential property (one or two units) acquired from a developer (resale not eligible). Plus a fixed deposit of EUR 30,000 in a Cypriot bank for at least 3 years. Plus annual income from abroad of at least EUR 30,000 (+ EUR 5,000 per dependant).

**Required documents:**

- Property purchase contract OR sale agreement deposited at Department of Lands and Surveys — Property must be NEW (purchased from developer); resale property does NOT qualify under Category 6.2.
- Proof of EUR 300,000 (or more) payment from outside Cyprus — Bank-to-bank transfer from applicant's overseas account to seller's Cypriot account; cash purchase NOT permitted.
- EUR 30,000 fixed deposit in a Cypriot bank for 3 years — Deposit certificate from a Cyprus-licensed bank.
- Proof of annual income ≥ EUR 30,000 from outside Cyprus (+ EUR 5,000 per dependant) — Bank statements, tax returns, dividend statements, pension certificates — must show source outside Cyprus.
- Health insurance covering all family members
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA + every country lived 6+ months in last 10 years
- Sworn declaration of intent NOT to engage in employment in Cyprus — Holders may own a Cypriot company and receive dividends, but cannot work as employees.
- Birth + marriage certificates (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested) for the entire family
- Recent passport-style photos of the entire family
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — 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 — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — 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 — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — 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 — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — 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 — 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) — 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 — 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 — 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 — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- PR holders must visit Cyprus at least once every 2 years — failing this triggers loss of permit.
- Spouse + dependent children up to 25 years (if financially dependent + unmarried + studying) included in the same application. Dependants over 18 years pay an additional EUR 30,000 contribution to retain status.
- PR holders are NOT eligible for Cypriot citizenship via this route alone — naturalisation requires 7 years of legal residence.
- After 5 years on PR, holders may apply for Cypriot Long-Term Residence (EU-wide rights under Directive 2003/109/EC).

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- 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.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Cyprus visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, family, education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: 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.
3. **Submit at VFS Global Cyprus Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata)** — 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 -> courier passport collection.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 7–15 working days at the High Commission Delhi (most files); allow 2–3 weeks total including VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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 -> 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).

### Where is the Cyprus embassy in 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.

### 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 online portal to apply for a Cyprus visa?

Yes — apply online at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cyp (VFS Global Cyprus India — appointment booking + visa application form download) · https://www.mfa.gov.cy/embassies/embassy_newdelhi — High Commission of Cyprus New Delhi · https://www.moi.gov.cy — Cyprus Civil Registry & Migration Department (long-stay / Pink Slip) · https://www.investcy.gov.cy — Invest Cyprus (Permanent Residence by Investment).

### 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 help with a Cyprus visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Cyprus including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- 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

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*