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To visit a Schengen area country (e.g., Santorini, Greece) from Cyprus, a Schengen visa is mandatory; a Cypriot national visa is insufficient. For re-entry to Cyprus after a Schengen visit, a double-entry Cypriot visa is typically required. A multiple-entry Schengen visa negates the need for a Cypriot visa for such itineraries. Regular Russian tourists currently face difficulties obtaining multiple-entry Schengen visas.

Israeli citizens can enter Cyprus visa-free for up to 90 days using a Laissez-Passer (Teudat Maavar) provided the document explicitly states 'Israeli Nationality'. Permanent residents of Israel (Tochav Keva) are required to obtain a visa prior to travel.

Cyprus visa applications can now be submitted through BLS visa centers. Appointment booking remains challenging, and processing times have increased. It is recommended to apply at least three weeks, preferably earlier, before your intended travel date.

Holders of valid multiple-entry Schengen visas (or national visas from Bulgaria/Romania) do not require a separate short-stay visa for Cyprus for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Note: The visa must be multiple-entry and generally needs to have been activated in the issuing Schengen country first. Single-entry Schengen visas do not grant access to Cyprus.

Russian citizens holding a valid Austrian residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) do not need a separate visa to enter Cyprus for tourism purposes.

Cyprus is changing its visa application process. As of June 13th, BLS visa centers will no longer accept applications. All visa applications will now be processed directly at the Cypriot consulates in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Krasnodar, and Yekaterinburg. This is expected to be a temporary measure pending a new agreement with a visa center. Previously, Cyprus had opened 8 visa centers across Russia, with a service fee of 164 euros.