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South African citizens travelling to Cyprus

Citizens of South Africa that are travelling to Cyprus need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Cyprus

mild weather
non-schengen
⚡ Above average wifi
🏖️ beaches
👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
💰 expensive cost of living

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Cyprus from South Africa usually are around 7767.00 ZAR. EgyptAir is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Aegean Airlines, Cyprus Airways, and EasyJet

. Popular domestic airlines are

Jet2, Aegean Airlines, and Ryanair

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

CYTA, and SMARTRONIX

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

nTaxi .

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is EUR.

1 ZAR = 0.059811 EUR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $12.00 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Holders of a visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen state, Monaco, Bulgaria, Croatia or Romania may also travel to Cyprus, without an additional visa, for a stay of up to 90 days in any 180-day period or until visa expiry date (whichever is shorter):

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

As of 21 March, most inbound passenger flights to Cyprus will stop and hotels will close. Compulsory quarantine measures and restrictions are in place across the island. Unless you are a resident of the Republic of Cyprus you won't be permitted to enter. Turkish-Cypriot authorities will deny entry to all non-residents of northern Cyprus (including Australian nationals). Some crossing points between the south and north are closed. Follow the advice of local authorities and check the latest entry requirements with the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of Cyprus. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Cyprus.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Cyprus. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (3.03 / 5)
Safety (3.55 / 5)
Cost of Living (3.16 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$61.50 USD / night

Average Dinners

$12.00 USD

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Popular Cities in Cyprus

Larnaca

Limassol

Nicosia

Paphos

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