Visa Information

Overview

This visa is for the purpose of Tourism. Once received by the Visa Application Centre, applications will be sent to the Embassy of Cyprus in Cairo the next working day and the applicant might be contacted by the Embassy for any further inquiries or for a personal Interview. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Cyprus, the decision together with the passport and the other relevant documents will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre.

Travelling date must be at most 60 days before applying for the VISA.

All non- Egyptian citizens who are applying for Cyprus visa must get in touch with the embassy not VFS, and they must have at least 6 months validity on their residency in Egypt form the date of return from Cyprus.

Premium lounge service is now available in Cairo

Visa Fees

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

• The applicable visa fee has to be paid in Egyptian pounds. It is subject to change without notice.
• The visa fee is non-refundable
• Please note that the increase in both the visa and the service fees because of the VAT implementation and devaluation of the Egyptian pounds

Documents Required

1. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or the delegated person.

2. One recent photograph in color, of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman and white background.

3. Passport:
4. • The passport should be valid for at least 6 months after return from the planned trip.
   • Current passport must contain at least two blank pages.
   • If the applicant has any previous passports he/she must bring it.
   • Photocopy for the biometric page and all visas and stamps on the current passport.

5. The Movement Certificate is a must for the below applicants:

   1. First travelers.
   2. No previous passport covering the last 7 years (Noting that the gap between the two passports doesn’t exceed 1 month).

   3. No previous used Cyprus, Schengen, UK or USA visa.

   • Movement certificate is required for the applicant who their age more than 18 years old.
   • Photocopy from Egyptian National ID.
   • Original Certificate of the employment: specifying the date of recruitment, salary level.
     • Documents to be provided by company owner: copy of the commercial registry and tax card.
     • Documents to be provided by pupils /students: original proof of enrollment in school/university.

8. Original personal bank statements, for the past 6 months, not older than 10 days (All pages must be stamped)

9. A round direct flight ticket. (preliminary/temporary reservation)

10. Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation. (preliminary/temporary reservation).

Concerning the minors:

• Birth certificate copy or original must be submitted.
• If the minor travel without his/her guardian: consent of the parental authority ( both parents ) or legal guardian shall be signed by both parents in a copy of their passport or national ID or at the parental approval form issued from the school itself ( group from school ) .In case of one guardian is residing in another country, he/she should visit the nearest Cypriot Embassy or the Egyptian Consulate in order to sign the consent and the applicant can apply with a copy or the original.

All the parents have to show up at the Cyprus embassy to sign their approval within the week of submission.

Photo Specifications

• The photograph must be in color.
• It should have white or color background ,so that features are distinguishable and in contrast against the background.
• It should be in sharp focus and clear.
• It should be of high quality with no ink marks and creases.
• The photograph must show you looking directly at the camera.
• It should be 4 cm X 5 cm.
• It should show your skin tone naturally.
• It should have appropriate brightness and contrast.
• The photograph should be a recent one not more than 6 months old.
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, The main characteristics of the face must be apparent from the photograph. Chin, nose, eyes and eyebrows must not be covered; the forehead should be uncovered to the extent that the shape of the face is apparent.
• It should be without hat/cap.
• It should be without the applicant's hair tucked behind his/her ears.
• The photograph must show facing square on to the camera, not looking over the shoulder or tilted, and showing both edges of the face clearly.
• If wearing glasses the photograph must show the eyes clearly with no flash reflection off the glasses and no tinted lenses (if possible, avoid heavy frames – lighter framed glasses to be worn). Make sure the frame does not cover any part of the eye.
• The photograph must show alone (no chair backs, toys or other people visible) looking at the camera with a neutral expression and the mouth closed.
• The photograph should not have any staple marks.

Processing Time

The process for handling a visa application varies and it can take:

• 10 working days for Cairo.
• 15 working days for Alexandria.

Download Forms

Tourist Visa – Visa Application Form

1. Please print out the application Form on A4 paper size.
2. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or by the delegated person.

Overview

This visa is for the purpose of Medical Once received by the Visa Application Centre, applications will be sent to the Embassy of Cyprus in Cairo the next working day and the applicant might be contacted by the Embassy for any further inquiries or for a personal Interview. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Cyprus, the decision together with the passport and the other relevant documents will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre.

Travelling date must be at most 60 days before applying for the VISA.

All non- Egyptian citizens who are applying for Cyprus visa must get in touch with the embassy not VFS, and they must have at least 6 months validity on their residency in Egypt form the date of return from Cyprus.

Premium lounge service is now available in Cairo

Visa Fees

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

• The applicable visa fee has to be paid in Egyptian pounds. It is subject to change without notice.
• The visa fee is non-refundable
• Please note that the increase in both the visa and the service fees because of the VAT implementation and devaluation of the Egyptian pounds

Documents Required

1. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or the delegated person.
2. One recent photograph in color, of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman and white background.

3. Passport:
   • The passport should be valid for at least 6 months after return from the planned trip.
   • Current passport must contain at least two blank pages.
   • If the applicant has any previous passports he/she must bring it.
   • Photocopy for the biometric page and all visas and stamps on the current passport.

4. The Movement Certificate is a must for the below applicants:

   • First travelers.
   • No previous passport covering the last 7 years (Noting that the gap between the two passports doesn’t exceed 1 month).
   • No previous used Cyprus, Schengen, UK or USA visa.
5. Movement certificate is required for the applicant who their age more than 18 years old.
6. Photocopy from Egyptian National ID.
7. Original Certificate of the employment: specifying the date of recruitment, salary level.
   • Documents to be provided by company owner: copy of the commercial registry and tax card.
   • Documents to be provided by pupils /students: original proof of enrollment in school/university.

8. Certificate from the hospital or clinic in Cyprus.

9. Certificate / Authorization from the Ministry of Health of Cyprus for the medical treatment which will be undertaken in Cyprus .

10. Original personal bank statements, for the past 6 months, not older than 10 days. (All pages must be stamped)

11. International Bank statements: statements should be originally stamped by the bank, so the bank statement could be accepted if it was issued up to 20 days from the submission day.

12. A round direct flight ticket. (preliminary/temporary reservation)
13. Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation. (preliminary/temporary reservation)

Concerning the minors:

• Birth certificate copy or original must be submitted.
• If the minor travel without his/her guardian: consent of the parental authority ( both parents ) or legal guardian shall be signed by both parents in a copy of their passport or national ID or at the parental approval form issued from the school itself ( group from school ) .In case of one guardian is residing in another country, he/she should visit the nearest Cypriot Embassy or the Egyptian Consulate in order to sign the consent and the applicant can apply with a copy or the original.

 All the parents have to show up at the Cyprus embassy to sign their approval. within the week of submission.

Photo Specifications

• The photograph must be in color.
• It should have white or color background ,so that features are distinguishable and in contrast against the background.
• It should be in sharp focus and clear.
• It should be of high quality with no ink marks and creases.
• The photograph must show you looking directly at the camera.
• It should be 4 cm X 5 cm.
• It should show your skin tone naturally.
• It should have appropriate brightness and contrast.
• The photograph should be a recent one not more than 6 months old.
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, The main characteristics of the face must be apparent from the photograph. Chin, nose, eyes and eyebrows must not be covered; the forehead should be uncovered to the extent that the shape of the face is apparent.
• It should be without hat/cap.
• It should be without the applicant's hair tucked behind his/her ears.
• The photograph must show facing square on to the camera, not looking over the shoulder or tilted, and showing both edges of the face clearly.
• If wearing glasses the photograph must show the eyes clearly with no flash reflection off the glasses and no tinted lenses (if possible, avoid heavy frames – lighter framed glasses to be worn). Make sure the frame does not cover any part of the eye.
• The photograph must show alone (no chair backs, toys or other people visible) looking at the camera with a neutral expression and the mouth closed.
• The photograph should not have any staple marks.

Processing Time

The process for handling a visa application varies and it can take:

• 10 working days for Cairo.
• 15 working days for Alexandria.

Download Forms

Medical Treatment – Visa Application Form

1. Please print out the application Form on A4 paper size.
2. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or by the delegated person.

Overview

This visa is for the purpose of Visiting families and friends Once received by the Visa Application Centre, applications will be sent to the Embassy of Cyprus in Cairo the next working day and the applicant might be contacted by the Embassy for any further inquiries or for a personal Interview. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Cyprus, the decision together with the passport and the other relevant documents will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre.

Travelling date must be at most 60 days before applying for the VISA.

All non- Egyptian citizens who are applying for Cyprus visa must get in touch with the embassy not VFS, and they must have at least 6 months validity on their residency in Egypt form the date of return from Cyprus.

Premium lounge service is now available in Cairo

Visa Fees

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

• The applicable visa fee has to be paid in Egyptian pounds. It is subject to change without notice.
• The visa fee is non-refundable
• Please note that the increase in both the visa and the service fees because of the VAT implementation and devaluation of the Egyptian pounds

Documents Required

1. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or the delegated person.
2. One recent photograph in color, of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman and white background.

3. Passport:

   • The passport should be valid for at least 6 months after return from the planned trip.
   • Current passport must contain at least two blank pages.
   • If the applicant has any previous passports he/she must bring it.
   • Photocopy for the biometric page and all visas and stamps on the current passport.

4. The Movement Certificate is a must for the below applicants:

   1. First travelers.
   2. No previous passport covering the last 7 years (Noting that the gap between the two passports doesn’t exceed 1 month).
   3. No previous used Cyprus, Schengen, UK or USA visa.
      

5. Movement certificate is required for the applicant who their age more than 18 years old.

6. Photocopy from Egyptian National ID.
7. Original Certificate of the employment: specifying the date of recruitment, salary level.
   • Documents to be provided by company owner: copy of the commercial registry and tax card.
   • Documents to be provided by pupils /students: original proof of enrollment in school/university.

8. Assumption of responsibility (copy or original) should be signed by the host and be stamped by the local authorities in Cyprus.

9. Letter of guarantee (copy or original) (Bank guarantee) from the bank in Cyprus stamped by the Ministry of Interior.
10. Original personal bank statements, for the past 6 months, not older than 10 days (All pages must be stamped)
11. Photocopy from the host passport.
12. A round direct flight ticket. (preliminary/temporary reservation) and it should be matched with the work permit.

• In case of the work permit :
• The applicant must bring photocopy from the work permit and copy of spouse’s passport.
• In case the applicant submits assumption of responsibility and the letter of guarantee, he /she has to submit Original personal bank statements, for the past 6 months stamped and not older than 10 days. In case of the permit of stay of the host in Cyprus has been expired and he is Appling for a renewal, the applicant must bring copy from the current permit in addition to that copy from the receipt of the renewal.
• In case of the permit of stay of the host in Cyprus has been expired and he is Applying for a renewal, the applicant must bring copy from the current permit in addition to that copy from the receipt of the renewal.
• Concerning the minors:
  
  
  • Birth certificate copy or original must be submitted.
  • If the minor travel without his/her guardian: consent of the parental authority ( both parents ) or legal guardian shall be signed by both parents in a copy of their passport or national ID or at the parental approval form issued from the school itself ( group from school ) .In case of one guardian is residing in another country, he/she should visit the nearest Cypriot Embassy or the Egyptian Consulate in order to sign the consent and the applicant can apply with a copy or the original.

   All the parents have to show up at the Cyprus embassy to sign their approval. within the week of submission.

Photo Specifications

• The photograph must be in color.
• It should have white or color background ,so that features are distinguishable and in contrast against the background.
• It should be in sharp focus and clear.
• It should be of high quality with no ink marks and creases.
• The photograph must show you looking directly at the camera.
• It should be 4 cm X 5 cm.
• It should show your skin tone naturally.
• It should have appropriate brightness and contrast.
• The photograph should be a recent one not more than 6 months old.
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, The main characteristics of the face must be apparent from the photograph. Chin, nose, eyes and eyebrows must not be covered; the forehead should be uncovered to the extent that the shape of the face is apparent.
• It should be without hat/cap.
• It should be without the applicant's hair tucked behind his/her ears.
• The photograph must show facing square on to the camera, not looking over the shoulder or tilted, and showing both edges of the face clearly.
• If wearing glasses the photograph must show the eyes clearly with no flash reflection off the glasses and no tinted lenses (if possible, avoid heavy frames – lighter framed glasses to be worn). Make sure the frame does not cover any part of the eye.
• The photograph must show alone (no chair backs, toys or other people visible) looking at the camera with a neutral expression and the mouth closed.
• The photograph should not have any staple marks.

Processing Time

The process for handling a visa application varies and it can take:

• 10 working days for Cairo.
• 15 working days for Alexandria.

Download Forms

Family and Other – Visa Application Form

1. Please print out the application Form on A4 paper size.
2. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or by the delegated person.

Overview

This visa is for the purpose of business or applicant who an invitation letter from the Cyprus authorities issued for them.

Once received by the Visa Application Centre, applications will be sent to the Embassy of Cyprus in Cairo the next working day and the applicant might be contacted by the Embassy for any further inquiries or for a personal Interview. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy of Cyprus, the decision together with the passport and the other relevant documents will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre.

Travelling date must be at most 60 days before applying for the VISA.

All non- Egyptian citizens who are applying for Cyprus visa must get in touch with the embassy not VFS, and they must have at least 6 months validity on their residency in Egypt form the date of return from Cyprus.

Premium lounge service is now available in Cairo

Visa Fees

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

• The applicable visa fee has to be paid in Egyptian pounds. It is subject to change without notice.
• The visa fee is non-refundable
• Please note that the increase in both the visa and the service fees because of the VAT implementation and devaluation of the Egyptian pounds

Documents Required

1. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or the delegated person.
2. One recent photograph in color, of head on, with the uncovered head for gentleman and white background.

3. Passport:

   • The passport should be valid for at least 6 months after return from the planned trip.
   • Current passport must contain at least two blank pages.
   • If the applicant has any previous passports he/she must bring it.
   • Photocopy for the biometric page and all visas and stamps on the current passport.

4. The Movement Certificate is a must for the below applicants:

   1. First travelers.
   2. No previous passport covering the last 7 years (Noting that the gap between the two passports doesn’t exceed 1 month).
   3. No previous used Cyprus, Schengen, UK or USA visa.
      

5. Photocopy from Egyptian National ID.

6. Original Certificate of the employment: specifying the date of recruitment, salary level.
   • Documents to be provided by company owner: copy of the commercial registry and tax card.

7. Invitation letter from the invited company /institute.

8. • If it is mentioned that all expense are covered by the inviting company/institute, it is mandatory to submit Original personal bank statement for the past 6 months (All pages must be stamped and it must be not older than 10 days).
     
     International Bank statements: statements should be originally stamped by the bank, so the bank statement could be accepted if it was issued up to 20 days from the submission day.
9. A round direct flight ticket. (preliminary/temporary reservation)
10. Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation. (preliminary/temporary reservation).

Photo Specifications

• The photograph must be in color.
• It should have white or color background ,so that features are distinguishable and in contrast against the background.
• It should be in sharp focus and clear.
• It should be of high quality with no ink marks and creases.
• The photograph must show you looking directly at the camera.
• It should be 4 cm X 5 cm.
• It should show your skin tone naturally.
• It should have appropriate brightness and contrast.
• The photograph should be a recent one not more than 6 months old.
• Photograph can be taken with headgear, The main characteristics of the face must be apparent from the photograph. Chin, nose, eyes and eyebrows must not be covered; the forehead should be uncovered to the extent that the shape of the face is apparent.
• It should be without hat/cap.
• It should be without the applicant's hair tucked behind his/her ears.
• The photograph must show facing square on to the camera, not looking over the shoulder or tilted, and showing both edges of the face clearly.
• If wearing glasses the photograph must show the eyes clearly with no flash reflection off the glasses and no tinted lenses (if possible, avoid heavy frames – lighter framed glasses to be worn). Make sure the frame does not cover any part of the eye.
• The photograph must show alone (no chair backs, toys or other people visible) looking at the camera with a neutral expression and the mouth closed.
• The photograph should not have any staple marks.

Processing Time

The process for handling a visa application varies and it can take:

• 10 working days for Cairo.
• 15 working days for Alexandria.

Download Forms

Business – Visa Application Form

1. Please print out the application Form on A4 paper size.
2. Application form filled out and signed by the applicant or by the delegated person.