Russian visa for Cypriot citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Cypriot passport holders visiting Russia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Cypriot citizens to enter Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Cypriot citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Cypriot citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cypriot passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Cyprus, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Nicosia: The Embassy of Russia in Nicosia, Cyprus (Working hours: Close now)
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Cyprus for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cyprus traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cyprus) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,735 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,268 | -9.86% |
| 2010 | 4,456 | 4.40% |
| 2011 | 4,986 | 11.89% |
| 2012 | 5,635 | 13.02% |
| 2013 | 6,158 | 9.28% |
| 2014 | 6,484 | 5.29% |
| 2015 | 6,746 | 4.04% |
| 2016 | 4,914 | -27.16% |
| 2017 | 4,878 | -0.73% |
| 2018 | 4,910 | 0.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Cyprus comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Cyprus is approximately 9,240 km2 (3,567 sq mi). This means Cyprus is 1772.39 times smaller than Russia.
As of May 2024, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 144,925,344 more people than the population of Cyprus.
We have highlighted Russia & Cyprus’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Cyprus | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 146,167,957 | 1,242,613 | 144.9 million more people live in Russia than Cyprus |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 8 | Russia has 234 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cyprus. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 78 | 136 | Russia passport holders visit 58 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 94 | Russian hosts 148 more foreign missions than Cyprus. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cyprus travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Cyprus visiting Russia in 2018 was approximately 4,910.
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