Cyprus - Clearance
Notice April 2022: Russian flagged or registered yachts are not permitted to enter any ports in Cyprus. See news item for details.
Information in this listing is specifically for the southern Republic of Cyprus, which lies approximately south of parallel 35°N. Northern Cyprus, controlled by Turkey, is not recognized by most world governments and have no (or little) diplomatic relations.
Cyprus Radio maintains a continuous watch on VHF Channels 16 and 26.
Inward Clearance
The Cypriot courtesy flag must be flown when entering Cypriot waters. Everyone should remain on board until clearance formalities are completed.
Ship’s papers will be required by the port authority on arrival. Evidence of insurance may also be requested. Printed crew lists will be needed – at least five copies are recommended.
Note: The ship’s VAT papers must be translated into Greek. The best way to find a certified translator is to go to the High Court in Larnaca and ask for a translator.
As soon as you land, you must obtain a Marina Pass. Submit two passport size photos to the Marina Office, and write in block letters, behind one of the two photos, your name, surname, passport number, nationality, yacht’s name and your profession. Your pass must be left at the marina office on departure, but otherwise, it must be carried at all times. Without it, you will have difficulty entering and leaving the Marina. Visitors to the boat must also have identification and be met at the gate.
All yachts (EU or not) must clear with Customs.
Cyprus is not in the Schengen Area.
Departure
Port Police and Immigration work 24/7 but Customs Office is only staffed 7 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday. It is possible to clear out them ahead of time if leaving during a weekend.
If Planning to Visit the North
The captains of boats which have stopped in Northern Cyprus are liable to incur heavy penalties (fines) and possible imprisonment. This is because the authorities in the Republic of Cyprus consider it an illegal act to stop in an area of the island, which is under foreign occupation. This is an extremely serious matter and mariners are therefore advised to avoid at all cost being caught in the politics of the area.
If wishing to visit the south after having cleared out of the north, then it is advisable to visit a Turkish or Greek island first to avoid having any evidence of having been in the north.
Last updated: March 2019
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Noonsite lists Ayia Napa incorrectly as being located in Northern Cyprus. This is incorrect, Ayia Napa is in the Republic of Cyprus (Southern Cyprus). We are currently staying at Ayia Napa Marina.
Cyprus actually is a good cruising destination with many anchorages. Although none are all weather anchorages, most are good in the prevailing weather. Get a free cruising guide at: http://cruisingtips.net/pdf/Cyprus_Pilot.pdf (from our trip around southern Cyprus in the summer of 2015).
Rick
Ocean Dream
check out this site. Its very informative about moorings and anchorages in Cyprus. It also has informations about boat maintenance in the island. http://www.cyprusailing.com
This information picked up from a Cruisers’ Forum:
Not many sailors might know that Cyprus is another option to escape from Schengen, and for sure they wouldn’t know how accommodating the authorities are compared to other countries when wanting to stay longer than 90 days.
Likewise, there is a scheme in Cyprus whereby one can get VAT paid status for a non VAT paid boat at a much discounted rate. The greatest savings are for the multi-million euro yachts – rates vary from 3.9 to around 10 percent, and it requires some admin costs and gyrations. Malta has something similar, but rates are better here and apparently the process simpler. Once the process is completed the VAT paid certificate is accepted in all other EU countries, so I am told.
Zygi: fishing port located about halfway between Limassol and Larnaca at 34 43.6N / 33 20.5E
It is in a process of being transformed into a marina. There are new pontoons and new water & electricity pedestals that are inoperative as of 08.2015 and no entry authorities. When we have asked in Limassol about possible mooring in Zygi, we have got different answers from different officials.
Posted on Marmaris Bay Cruisers – Schengen Issues in the Med:
For those with Schengen issues looking for an alternative to Turkey, we just checked in to the Republic of Cyprus. Got a “Landing Permit” which allows us to stay as long as we are living on our boat, at no cost, and all in one office (in Latchi, CY). We plan to winter in Limassol.
Rick & Mary, Ocean Dream