Key facts
Cyprus is a member state of the European Union located in Southern Europe. The country has no land neighbors. As for languages, the country’s residents speak Greek, Turkish and Armenian.
The national currency in Cyprus is Euro (EUR). The euro (€) is subdivided into 100 cent (c).
Cypriot
Banknotes
€5€10€20€50€100€200€500
Cypriot
Coins
€1€25c10c20c50c1c2c
Check with your bank before your trip to find out if there are any fees for using your card abroad. Some banks do not charge fees when you use a foreign ATM or pay in foreign currency, but others may charge a fixed cost for each transaction or allow a limited number of free withdrawals. The travel card provided by Wise.com, Revolut or Monose might be an excellent option to cut down on transaction fees.
Ookla® Speedtest The average fixed internet speed in Cyprus is 141.74 Mbps and mobile is 160.31 Mbs.The global average is 192.62 Mbps and 126.54 Mbps respectively.
ATM Density The number of ATMs per person in Cyprus is close to the world average.39.29 ATMs per 100,000 people.The global average is 39.49.
SIM Registration In order to purchase a SIM card in Cyprus, a passport or ID is required as identification.
Socket types
There is one common socket type used in Cyprus. Type G is not very common around the world, so it might be a good idea to check if your electronics need an adapter.
The sockets’ shapes and voltage differ from country to country and a travel plug adapter may be required. Portable devices, such as phones, notebooks or tablets, usually handle the entire range of voltages used across the world (110-240V).
Public holidays
In the year 2024, Cyprus will celebrate 17 national public holidays. The next one Cyprus Independence Day will take place on October 1.
| Date | Holiday name | |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2024Moving holiday | New Year’s DayΠρωτοχρονιά | |
| January 6, 2024Moving holiday | EpiphanyΘεοφάνεια | |
| March 18, 2024Moving holiday | Green MondayΚαθαρή Δευτέρα | |
| March 25, 2024Moving holiday | Greek Independence DayΕπέτειος Ελληνικής Ανεξαρτησίας | |
| April 1, 2024Moving holiday | Cyprus National DayΚυπριακή Εθνική Επέτειος | |
| May 1, 2024Moving holiday | Labour DayΠρωτομαγιά | |
| May 3, 2024Moving holiday | Good FridayΜεγάλη Παρασκευή | |
| May 6, 2024Moving holiday | Easter MondayΔευτέρα της Διακαινησίμου | |
| May 7, 2024Moving holiday | Easter TuesdayΤρίτη της Διακαινησίμου | |
| June 23, 2024Moving holiday | PentecostΑγίου Πνεύματος | |
| June 24, 2024Moving holiday | Whit MondayΔευτέρα Πεντηκοστής | |
| August 15, 2024Moving holiday | Assumption of the Virgin MaryΗ Κοίμησις της Θεοτόκου | |
| October 1, 2024Moving holiday | Cyprus Independence DayΕπέτειος Κυπριακής Ανεξαρτησίας | |
| October 28, 2024Moving holiday | Ohi DayΤο Όχι | |
| December 24, 2024Moving holiday | Christmas EveΠαραμονή Χριστουγέννων | |
| December 25, 2024Moving holiday | Christmas DayΧριστούγεννα | |
| December 26, 2024Moving holiday | St. Stephen’s DayΔεύτερη μέρα των Χριστουγέννων |
Sources
- EF English Proficiency Index (EF Education First)
- Speedtest Global Index® (Ookla®)
- Automated teller machines (ATMs) (per 100,000 adults) (The World Bank Group)
- Registration Policies Per Country (Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki)
Tourism
What hotel chains are present in Cyprus?
There are no Mariott hotels in Cyprus.
The Hilton hotel chain operates in Cyprus.
The IHG hotel chain operates in Cyprus.
The Best Western hotel chain operates in Cyprus.
There are Radisson hotels in Larnaca.
There are no Accor hotels in Cyprus.
What fast food chains are present in Cyprus?
The McDonald’s chain operates in Cyprus.
The KFC chain operates in Cyprus.
The Burger King chain does not operate in Cyprus.
The Subway chain operates in Cyprus.
The Domino’s Pizza chain operates in Cyprus.
The Starbucks chain operates in Cyprus.
Sources
- Country by National Dish (Samson Daniel)
Weather
What is the weather like in Nicosia?
Weather data for Nicosia (capital city) by Open-Meteo.com
Transport
Railways There are no passenger trains available.
Subway Systems There is no subway system in any city.
Sources
- List of high-speed railway lines (Wikipedia)
- List of metro systems (Wikipedia)
- Left- and right-hand traffic (Wikipedia)
- The Global Enabling Trade Report 2016: Road connectivity (World Economic Forum)
Safety
Emergency phones in Cyprus
Sources
- Cyprus Travel Advisory (United States: Department of State)
- Travel Advice for Cyprus (United Kingdom: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)
- Mortality caused by road traffic injury (The World Bank Group)
- Corruption & Economic Crime (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime)
Smoking & Alcohol
Smoking ban Smoking is forbidden in all public indoor locations, with limited exceptions.
Cananbis legality Recreational usage is prohibited, but medical use is legal.
You are not entitled to a duty-free allowance for tobacco or alcohol if you are under the age of 17.
Alcohol allowance
Travellers from EU countries:
- 90L of still wine (60L of sparkling wine)
- 110L of beer
- 10L of alcoholic beverages stronger than 22%
- 20L of fortified or sparkling wine or other liqueurs up to 22%.
Travellers from non-EU countries:
- 4L of wine
- 16L of beer
- 1L of spirits over 22% volume or 2L of alcoholic beverages less than 22% volume
Tobacco allowance
Travellers from EU countries:
- 800 cigarettes or 400 cigarillos or 200 cigars or 1kg of tobacco
Travellers from non-EU countries:
- 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco
Sources
- Alcohol, tobacco, cash and excise duties (europa.eu)
- List of smoking bans (Wikipedia)
- Legality of cannabis (Wikipedia)