Kombos: Crossing point access rules will stay the same under Schengen
Cyprus's foreign minister says EU law governing the crossing points will not change if the island joins the border-free zone, as he defended his ministry's budget in parliament.
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Cyprus Airways adds daily Larnaca–Stansted link from spring 2027
The airline will fly year-round between Larnaca and London Stansted starting April 23, 2027, adding a third UK gateway for Cypriot travellers.
Cyprus clears technical hurdles for Schengen accession
Nicosia has finished the technical groundwork for joining the Schengen area, with the decision now moving into the political arena, the Presidential Press Office says.
Cyprus visa rules: who can enter without one and how others apply
Most EU, UK, US and many other travellers can visit Cyprus visa-free for short stays, while others must apply in advance. The island is not in Schengen, so its visa is separate.
Orange weather warning hits Cyprus as storms close roads and reroute flights
Storms and heavy rain swept across Cyprus on Wednesday, shutting the Peyia-Lara road, delaying drivers and diverting a flight, with an orange alert in force until 5am Thursday.
Cyprus on Track for Full Schengen Membership by 2027
Deputy Migration Minister Nikolas Ioannidis says the six remaining actions will be wrapped up by early November, clearing the way for Cyprus to join the Schengen area within 2027.
Cyprus commits €13.5m to ESA as economy shows mixed signals
Cyprus will contribute €13.5 million to European Space Agency programmes for 2026–2028, while fuel prices and travel figures paint a complex picture of the island's economy.
Cyprus technically ready for full Schengen membership, says Ioannidis
The Deputy Minister of Migration says Nicosia has completed all European Commission recommendations and now needs a political green light from EU partners.
KLM keeps Larnaca-Amsterdam link through winter season
KLM's winter schedule runs from October 25 to March 27, with Larnaca staying connected to Amsterdam even after the seasonal summer service ends on October 24.
Akrotiri–Kolossi highway stays shut until Tuesday lunchtime
The highway stretch through the Sovereign Base Areas from Akrotiri to Kolossi will remain closed until Tuesday lunchtime as urgent repairs to underground infrastructure continue.
Cyprus tourist arrivals down 7% but recovery gathers pace
Tourist arrivals fell 7% in the first eight months of the year, though the decline has narrowed sharply since spring, and the deputy tourism ministry expects it to reach around 5% by year-end.
Cyprus pins 2027 French tourism hopes on extra airline seats
After French arrivals nearly halved in August, the deputy tourism ministry says added air capacity between France and Cyprus should lift the market in 2027.