🇨🇾 Is Cyprus safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Cyprus: 16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Cyprus
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Keep travel documents current and review departure plans regularly given regional instability
- Sign up for UK government travel alert emails and monitor local and international media for updates
- Monitor local and international media for the latest information on the situation
- No specific travel restrictions; daily life is normal and regional tension linked to Iran has eased
- For serious emergencies call 112; the Spanish embassy in Nicosia runs a 24/7 consular emergency line
- Register your trip with the Spanish travellers registry and check flights and routes ahead of time
Risk areas and situations
- Middle East regional tensions remain unpredictable despite a US-Iran MOU signed on 17 June
- Wildfire risk is high across Cyprus during the summer season, April through October
- The north is occupied by Turkish forces; a 185 km line and a UN buffer zone, the Green Line, separate the two sides
- Avoid crowds and the vicinity of bases or sensitive infrastructure given the regional situation
Health
- Obtain travel insurance covering your full itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses
Emergency numbers in Cyprus
Embassies and consulates in Cyprus
16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries, across 4 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | 1 | Strovolos |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇯🇴 Jordan | 1 | Strovolos |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 1 | Strovolos |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 1 | Strovolos |
| 🇱🇧 Lebanon | 1 | Agios Dometios |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1 | Nicosia |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | 1 | Nicosia |
…and 4 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Cyprus is Greek. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Greek, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cyprus safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Cyprus is 1/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Nov 14, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Cyprus?
The general emergency number in Cyprus is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Cyprus?
Telcomia tracks 16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries in Cyprus, across 4 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.