Can I cross the border in Nicosia?

Cyprus border crossings are mainly for use by vehicles. There is only one pedestrian crossing point in the capital city of Nicosia (Lefkosa) – named, Ledra Street. It is possible to cross as a pedestrian at some crossings if you are going to be collected by an individual, a car or taxi.

Does Nicosia have a border?

There are two border crossing points in Nicosia. All in all, depending on the length of the lines at the immigration points, crossing the border is a relatively straightforward process that seems to be becoming more relaxed as unification talks progress.

Can you visit the Turkish side of Cyprus?

So as long as you have Turkish Cypriot car insurance and your passports (IDs are acceptable for nationals of EU countries and Turkey) with you, you can enter north Cyprus (TRNC) any time.

Is there still a border in Cyprus?

ANKARA/LEFKOSA, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus All nine border crossings between the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and the Southern Cyprus administration opened Friday morning after remaining closed for a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Can you cross from Greek Cyprus to Turkish Cyprus?

The Government of the Republic of Cyprus reserves the right to fine you for illegal entry if you cross into the south, but in practice, the current policy is not to do so.” If you enter Cyprus from Larnaca or Paphos you just cross checkpoints with no stamping of passports.

Can I cross the Cyprus border?

You are free to cross and spend as long as you wish by producing your passport or ID card. There are a number of Cyprus border crossings you can use: Metehan (also called Agios Dometios or Kermiya) in the west of Nicosia: A crossing point where you can cross with a vehicle, bicycle or by foot.

Is Cyprus safe from Turkey?

The main safety issue with Cyprus is that it’s surrounded by countries hit by terrorism and war – with Turkey to its north, Syria, and Lebanon to its east and Egypt and Israel to its south.