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How to get a Cyprus visa from Ghana
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Cyprus.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Cyprus.
Business visa
Tourist visa
Application requirements
Documents Ghanaian applicants need to provide.
- Duly completed and signed application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- A passport photograph taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Medical Insurance.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This is the type of visa issued to persons travelling to Cyprus for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- The Cyprus tourist visa is a short-stay visa valid for up to 90 days.
- All visitors to Cyprus must carry a valid passport.
- Applicants are required to provide proof that they sufficient funds to last them the duration of their visit.
- A return airline ticket should also be provided.
- For stays longer than 90 days, you will need a temporary residency visa.
- Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Cyprus.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up work while in the country.
Business visa
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Cyprus for business purposes.
- If you need to travel to Cyprus often (for business etc.) it is possible to get a multiple-entry visa for several visits.
- The total duration of your stay should not exceed 90 days in any 180-day period.
- The multiple-entry Cyprus visa for business purposes is valid for one year.
- Multiple-entry visa requires 10-15 days from the day of application to be ready.
- The actual cost of the visa depends on the urgency of its obtaining.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Cyprus company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
Where to apply
Cyprus embassy & visa application centers in Ghana.
Accra
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Frequently asked questions
What currency is used in Cyprus
The Cypriot pound was replaced by the euro as official currency of the Republic of Cyprus on January 1, 2008.
How safe is Cyprus to travel to
Cyprus is generally very safe to travel to, even though it is geographically close to countries hit by terrorism and wars. Petty crime does occur, especially during the holidays and summer.
Do Cypriots speak English
The official languages of Cyprus are Greek and Turkish. Greek is spoken predominately in the south and Turkish is spoken predominantly in the north.English is very widely spoken both in south and north by locals of all ages - partially because of previous British rule and partially due to the tourism industry.
Is Cyprus a rich country
The Cypriots are among the most prosperous people in the Mediterranean region, with nominal GDP per capita exceeding $25,000 in 2017. Their standard of living is reflected in the country's "very high" Human Development Index.