All you need to know about the Cyprus Flight Pass
If you’re planning a family trip to Cyprus from the UK, then you’ll need to organise a Cyprus Flight Pass. This is because the UK is currently on Cyprus’s red list for travel during the Covid-19 pandemic. Please double check the current status for yourself as this is subject to change at any time. Travelling during the pandemic can seem a little bit daunting if you’re not familiar with the process, so I’ve put together this article in the hope that it will help to make planning your trip to Cyprus less stressful.
What is the Cyprus Flight Pass?
The Cyprus Flight Pass has been brought in to help to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19. We’re all familiar with the pandemic and the impact it has had, and countries around the world have brought in their own rules and restrictions. Wherever you’re travelling to, it’s really important to know what the laws in before you travel. In Cyprus, each resident has a Covid pass. This shows their up-to-date vaccination and Covid test result status. The Cyprus Flight Pass does exactly the same thing and is designed for non-residents who are visiting the country. You will need to show your pass at various times during your trip.
How do I get a Cyprus Flight Pass?
It’s really quick and relatively straightforward to create your pass.
- Create an account here.
- Fill in the required information – passport number, flight details including flight number and flight times, contact number, full address of your accommodation in Cyprus, proof of vaccination status, proof of negative Covid test results.
If you’re travelling with children, then they will need to be added to your pass but children under the age of 12 aren’t currently required to have been vaccinated.
When will you need to show your Cyprus Flight Pass?
You will need to show your flight pass at various times during your visit to Cyprus, so it’s important to have it to hand.
- Checking in at the airport.
- Boarding the aircraft
- Arrivals in Cyprus
- Passport control
- Visiting venues such as restaurants in Cyprus
It’s a good idea to keep your pass in your purse or wallet so that you have it with you when you’re out and about in Cyprus.
How much does it cost?
The Cyprus Flight Pass is completely free of charge, so you don’t need to worry about finding any extra funds for it on top of the cost of your holiday. Do check any other rules in place though in case you need to pay for a PCR test in order to be allowed to travel.
How long is the pass valid for?
The pass will be generated fairly quickly once you’ve entered all of the required details and will usually be ready within one hour. The pass will be valid for the duration of your trip to Cyprus, so you will need a new pass if you plan to visit again at some point in the future.
All of the information in this post is currently valid for travel to Cyprus from the United Kingdom. The nature of this pandemic is that the rules and regulations are constantly changing, so it’s really important that you check exactly what’s required of you before you travel. You can find up-to-date travel information for visiting Cyprus on the gov.uk travel website.
