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Canada's travel advice says Canadians need no visa for tourism or business up to 90 days in Cyprus, with a passport valid 6 months after leaving Cyprus. Cyprus is outside the Schengen Area, so Schengen day counting and the EES border process are not Cyprus rules. Direct Cypriot government pages couldn't be read today and may use different passport wording — confirm with a Cypriot mission or your airline.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Proof of sufficient funds may be requested upon entry.
• Border authorities make the final decision on entry.
• If traveling through other countries, check their entry requirements separately.
• Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for stamps.
• Cyprus is outside the Schengen Area — days here don't count toward Schengen and vice versa.
• The Republic of Cyprus doesn't recognise documents issued in the north; entering via Ercan or Famagusta may stop you crossing the Green Line. Use designated crossings only. This is a route warning, not a nationality ban.
• ETIAS is not open yet, with no fixed launch date.

Before you travel

• ✓Passport valid 6 months after leaving Cyprus
• ✓Enter via Republic of Cyprus ports (Larnaca, Paphos)
• ✓Carry proof of onward travel and funds in case asked
• ✓Confirm rules with a Cypriot mission or your airline

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