Cyprus does not have a residential embassy in Pakistan. Instead, its diplomatic and consular services are managed through Honorary Consulates located in Islamabad and Karachi. These offices provide limited consular support and guidance for Pakistani citizens who wish to travel to Cyprus.
1. Honorary Consulate General of Cyprus – Islamabad
- Address: House No. 8, Street 71, Sector F-8/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 51 5181977, +92 51 5181978
- Emergency Contact: +92 301 5409878
- Fax: +92 51 5181979
- Email: [email protected]
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 09:30 AM to 05:50 PM
Services Offered: Basic consular assistance, attestation, limited visa support, and information for Cypriot citizens and visa applicants.
2. Honorary Consulate General of Cyprus – Karachi
- Address: Arif Habib Center, M.T. Khan Road, Karachi 74000, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 21 3246 2107
- Fax: +92 21 3246 2111
- Email: [email protected]
- Working Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Friday – Reduced hours
Services Offered: Consular support, visa guidance, and document services.
3. Consular & Visa Services
- Pakistani citizens require a visa to visit Cyprus.
- Honorary Consulates in Islamabad and Karachi offer restricted consular services, which include visa application guidance and file attestation.
- All candidates are suggested to test directly with the consulates earlier than applying.
4. Cyprus Visa Fee
| Visa Type | Fee (Euros) | Approx. Fee in PKR* |
|---|---|---|
| Short-Stay Visa (Category C, 1-90 days) | €90 | ~ PKR 18,000 |
| Multiple Entry Visa (1-5 years) | €60 | ~ PKR 12,000-20,000 (depending on exchange rate & category) |
| Children (6-12 years) | €45 | ~ PKR 9,000 (approx) |
| Children under 6 | Free | 0 |
(Note: Fees may change depending on exchange rates and service charges.)
5. Documents Required for Cyprus Visa
- Valid passport (6 months)
- 2 Recent passport-size pictures
- Copy of CNIC
- Hotel booking or invitation letter from Cyprus
- Return flight reservation
- Bank statement
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee payment receipt
6. How to Apply for a Cyprus Visa
- Contact the nearest Cyprus Honorary Consulate (Islamabad or Karachi) to confirm necessities.
- Gather all important documents.
- Book an appointment if required.
- Submit the utility and pay the visa charge.
- Wait for processing (commonly 7–15 operating days).
- Collect your passport and visa from the consulate.
7. Important Notes
- Cyprus does not have a complete embassy in Pakistan; Services are available simply thru honorary consulates in Islamabad and Karachi.
- Visa regulations, requirements and prices can alternate.
- Always verify with the consulate before making use of.
- During the acute journey season, processing might also take longer.
- Avoid unacceptable agents or middlemen – always apply directly through the consulate.
