Compare travel insurance for Cyprus

How much is travel insurance for Cyprus? 

You’ll need European travel cover for Cyprus. A travel policy can cost from as little as £6 for a week’s holiday in Europe^[1].

Bear in mind though that the exact cost of your travel insurance will depend on your age, the level of cover you need for your trip, what activities you’re planning and any pre-existing health conditions. 

If you travel regularly, you might find that an annual travel insurance policy is best for you. It could save you money as you won’t have to organise a separate policy each time you go away.

^[1] Based on Comparethemarket data for a single trip travel policy for a 20-year-old with no pre-existing medical conditions travelling in Europe for 1 week. Prices correct as of January 2023.

What won’t Cyprus travel insurance cover? 

Before you fork out for insurance for your trip to Cyprus, there’s a few exclusions to watch out for. Providers typically won’t cover: 

• Medical treatment for pre-existing health conditions that you haven’t declared to your insurance provider. Make sure you’re honest and as accurate as possible when you apply for insurance otherwise you may find you’re not covered if you need to make a claim.
• Injuries or accidents that occur while you’re under the influence. You won’t be covered for medical treatment if you’re injured or involved in an accident while you’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Injuries or accidents caused by winter sports or extreme sports unless these are covered by your policy. Typically, you’ll have to pay extra to cover sports like jet-skiing, rock climbing, scuba diving or paragliding.
• Terrorism, natural disasters and civil unrest. Some policies offer limited cover for natural disasters and terrorism-related incidents, but you’ll need to clarify this with your insurance provider. Make sure that you’re covered for emergency medical expenses resulting from a terror attack at the very least.

Do I need a visa to visit Cyprus?

If you’re a British citizen, you won’t need a visa to enter Cyprus. But if you’re staying for longer than three months, you’ll need to get a residence permit.

Any other tips for trips to Cyprus? 

Here’s a few more travel facts about Cyprus to help you enjoy your trip. 

• North and south – the island is divided in two. The Greek Cypriot southern sector, which is referred to as the Republic of Cyprus, occupies two thirds of the island to the south and is part of the EU. The northern third of the island is occupied by Turkey. UN troops patrol the Green Line that separates the two parts.
• Most package holidays are to the Greek Cypriot south of Cyprus, but travel to the north and back again is possible either on foot via the Ledra Palace and Ledra Street checkpoints in Nicosia, or by car at Agios Dometios. If you intend to do this in a hire car, check your insurance as sometimes it doesn’t extend to the north of the island.
• Money – the euro is the currency of Cyprus, although the Turkish lira is the official currency in the north. That said, most shops and hotels in northern Cyprus also accept UK pounds, dollars and euros.
• Religion – in the south, you’ll find the majority of residents are Christians of the Autocephalous Greek Orthodox Church of Cyprus. In the north, Turkish Cypriots are predominantly non-religious Muslims.
• Dress code – this is relaxed, except when entering sacred places of worship like churches or mosques.
• Drugs – Cyprus has a strictly enforced zero tolerance policy towards drugs. If you’re caught with any type of narcotic, you’ll receive either a prison sentence or a hefty fine.