Zypern: was man vor der Reise wissen sollte
Das Wichtigste
- Cyprus is outside Schengen; its 90/180 allowance is separate. EES does not apply here.
- Check which entry points and crossing documents are permitted for your route.
Einreise und Visa
The Republic of Cyprus is outside Schengen. British tourists can stay up to 90 days in 180, separately from their Schengen allowance. The island is divided; check the Republic’s rules before arriving through the north. Other nationalities must check Cypriot visa rules rather than assuming a Schengen visa or exemption suffices.
Gültigkeit des Reisepasses: British visitors: issued within 10 years, valid 3 months after departure, with a blank page for stamps.
An der Grenze kann verlangt werden
- Check entry and exit stamps; carry onward travel and funds evidence.
Geld
Bargeld und Karten sind beide üblich. Karten vor allem in Städten und Touristenorten.
Apple Pay — funktioniert teilweise · Google Pay — keine Daten
- The Republic uses euros; banks offer foreign exchange. Confirm your particular card with the merchant before relying on it.
- Apple lists this country for Apple Pay with participating banks/cards; actual payment also depends on the merchant and card issuer.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitcyprus.com ↗, support.apple.com ↗
Regeln und Verbote
Verboten
- Illegal drug offences carry severe penalties.
- Do not photograph military or other sensitive installations.
Gesetze, gegen die Reisende unwissentlich verstoßen
- Follow beach warning signs and use approved swimming areas.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: gov.uk ↗, safetravel.govt.nz ↗
Kultur und Kleidung
Religion: The island has multiple places of worship, including Orthodox and other Christian churches.
Kleidung: Dress respectfully rather than overly casually at places of worship.
Umgangsformen
- Ask permission before taking photographs inside religious sites.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitcyprus.com ↗
Klima
Mediterranean climate: long dry summers from mid-May to mid-October; mild rainy winters, with snow possible in Troodos. Mountains can be much cooler than the coast.
Monat für Monat
- Januar: Jan: mild coast; rain and mountain snow possible
- Februar: Feb: mild coast; rain and mountain snow possible
- März: Mar: short transition; check heat and mountain weather
- April: Apr: short transition; check heat and mountain weather
- Mai: May: short transition; check heat and mountain weather
- Juni: Jun: hot and dry; carry water and sun protection
- Juli: Jul: hot and dry; carry water and sun protection
- August: Aug: hot and dry; carry water and sun protection
- September: Sep: summer heat can persist into October
- Oktober: Oct: summer heat can persist into October
- November: Nov: summer heat can persist into October
- Dezember: Dec: mild coast; rain and mountain snow possible
Beste Reisezeit: Select spring or autumn for walking; check heat warnings in summer and mountain conditions in winter.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitcyprus.com ↗
Was einpacken
- Type G adapter
- Sun protection and drinking water
- Passport and border-crossing documents
Nicht mitnehmen / Einfuhr verboten
- Photographing military sites
- Assuming Schengen admission rules cover Cyprus
Praktisches
Steckdosen: Type G; 230 V.
Wasser: Official sources differ on tap water; use sealed bottled water where local safety is uncertain.
Verkehr: Linksverkehr
Versicherung: Check cover for every part of the island you plan to visit.
Notruf: 112
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: cyprus-presidency.consilium.europa.eu ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, gov.uk ↗
Einreiseregeln ändern sich. Prüfen Sie vor der Reise die Website der Botschaft oder Einwanderungsbehörde des Landes.