Visa for Cyprus from South Africa: price, documents and processing time 2026
Yes, a visa is required: citizens of South Africa apply at the embassy or consulate before departure, for stays up to 90 days per 180-day period.
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Do you hold a valid Schengen visa? Visa-free entry up to 90 days in any 180. Valid double or multiple-entry Schengen C visa, or a Schengen residence permit. No prior entry into Schengen required. Areas controlled by the Republic of Cyprus only. Official source (mfa.gov.cy)
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Have your application checked before you submit it
A person reads your documents and tells you in writing what is missing or inconsistent: insurance, accommodation, dates, funds, where to apply.
- You pay €29 by card, secure payment by Stripe.
- You email your documents to [email protected] from the address you paid with.
- You get our written reply within 48 hours, or your money back.
The €29 does not include the appointment, the submission or the visa fees. IziVisas is not a consulate: only the consulate decides.
Pay €29 and have my application checkedOfficial fee
90 EUR
Allowed stay
90 days per 180-day period
Our guide to the Cyprus visa from South Africa
Yes. South African passport holders must obtain a consular visa from the relevant embassy or consulate before travelling to Cyprus. The application is made by appointment, with a complete file submitted according to the official instructions.
The stay associated with this visa is 90 days per 180-day period. Practical requirements, including appointment arrangements and supporting documents, are set by the relevant embassy or consulate. Check the official instructions before preparing the application.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, a consular visa is required for South African passport holders travelling to Cyprus. It must be requested from the relevant embassy or consulate before departure. The stay associated with the visa is 90 days per 180-day period.
How much does a visa for Cyprus cost from South Africa?
90 EUR
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Cyprus really cost?
- Government fee90 EUR
- Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
- ExtrasVariable
What documents are required for a visa for Cyprus?
Documents required for a visa for Cyprus:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- One passport-size photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Employment certificate or proof of activity
Documents and fees
A typical application file includes an application form, photographs, proof of accommodation, proof of financial resources and insurance documents. Additional documents may be requested depending on the applicant’s circumstances. For applicable fees and the complete document list, consult the official portal or the relevant embassy.
How to apply for a visa for Cyprus from South Africa
- 1Book an appointment at the embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
- 2Assemble the complete file before the appointment.
- 3Submit the file and provide your biometric data.
- 4Track the processing and wait for the decision.
- 5Collect your passport with the visa sticker.
How to apply
Book an appointment with the relevant embassy or consulate and submit the visa application before travelling to Cyprus. Follow the consular instructions for submitting the form and presenting the supporting documents. Consult the official portal or the relevant embassy for current application instructions.
Where do you apply for a visa for Cyprus from South Africa?
A consular visa for Cyprus is filed with the diplomatic post accredited for South Africa, or with the application centre that post has appointed.
- The competent post is the one accredited for South Africa, which is not always the nearest one geographically.
- An application centre collects the file and the biometrics. It does not decide, it cannot speed up a case, and it is not an agency.
- Appointments are booked with the post or the centre directly. A slot is never sold, and no one can guarantee one.
What if Cyprus has no embassy in South Africa?
Then the application goes to the post accredited for South Africa, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.
You live in South Africa on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in South Africa but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Cyprus take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
Processing times can vary depending on the embassy or consulate, the period and the review of the application. Submit the application sufficiently in advance while allowing for these variations. It is advisable not to purchase tickets before the visa has been issued.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Failing to book an appointment early enough, submitting an incomplete file or disregarding embassy instructions can delay the application review. Avoid purchasing tickets before the visa is issued. Check every document with the official portal or the relevant embassy before submitting the application.
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Other visa types for Cyprus
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 12, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa required
Entry regime
Visa required
Duration
90 days per 180-day period
Price
€90
Official websiteVerified
Work permit
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€190
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
€140
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
Digital Nomad visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
€140
Processing time
5-7 weeks
Official websiteVerified
Family Reunification
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Price
€270
Processing time
120 days
Official websiteVerified
Permanent Residence (Category F)
Investor visa
Duration
Permanent
Price
€500
Processing time
60 days
Official websiteVerified
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- 180+ countries, United States as an option
- Can be bought once you have left
- Pre-existing conditions not covered
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