Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Cyprus?

Visa required

Yes. South Africa passport holders need a visa for Cyprus and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule: Visa required
Length of stay: Set by the visa
Where to get it: Embassy or consulate
Last checked: Nov 9, 2026

Embassy or consulate Document checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Cyprus missions in South Africa

High CommissionPretoria

high commission of Cyprus in South Africa, Pretoria

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Address

375 Marais Street, Pretoria

Phone

+27 12 346 3298

Website

mfa.gov.cy

Opening hours

Mo-Fr 08:00-15:30

Also covers

Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Source: Wikidata Q106662373 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Sep 10, 2026

Document checklist: South Africa → Cyprus

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
Completed visa application form.
Recent passport photos.
Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

South Africa missions in Cyprus

South Africa has no resident embassy or consulate in Cyprus on record.

South Africa embassy & consulates in Cyprus

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