COVID-19 Information Last updated: 9/2/2021 *** All airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. Alternatively, travelers to the U.S. may provide documentation from a licensed health care provider of having recovered from COVID-19 in the 90 days preceding travel. Check the CDC website for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions . …
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Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Events: U.S. citizens are advised of possible demonstrations taking place July 15 through July 20. A strong police presence is expected. All citizens should avoid or use extra caution around the following areas: Downtown Nicosia: Ledra Street crossing at Eleftherias Square. Agios Dometios Checkpoint. Deryneia area and Deryneia crossing in Famagusta. Presidential Palace: On July …
Read More» Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Event: UN Buffer Zone crossings have resumed On June 4, the United Nations Buffer Zone reopened for crossings between the Republic of Cyprus (ROC) and “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus” (“TRNC”). U.S. citizens are advised of the following: U.S. citizens residing in “TRNC” may enter the Republic of Cyprus provided they show a …
Read More» Location: Republic of Cyprus Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this …
Read More» Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Important information regarding appointments at the U.S. Embassy: Embassy Nicosia is no longer able to provide routine passport, CRBA, and federal benefit document pickup at the Embassy. We will be returning all documents via Cyprus Post in a self-addressed registered envelope provided by the applicant. U.S. citizens attending passport and CRBA appointments at …
Read More» Travel Advisory: Cyprus – Level 4: Do Not Travel 4/22/2021 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Cyprus due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Cyprus. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. Read the Cyprus country information page …
Read More» Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Events: A large demonstration is expected beginning at 5:00pm on Saturday, March 27 in Nicosia. Protestors are expected to march from the Ministry of Interior towards Eleftherias Square. Cyprus National Police officers will be present. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area on Saturday afternoon. All citizens should exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings, particularly around large crowds or gatherings. Even demonstrations intended to be …
Read More» Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Event: Health Alert Resumption of limited consular operations: The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia has resumed limited services to U.S. citizens. Appointments are available on our website. If you require urgent CRBA, passport, or notarial services please email ACSNicosia@state.gov . If you need immediate assistance related to an emergency, such as a death, hospitalization, or you have …
Read More» Location: Nicosia, Cyprus Event: Health Alert On November 11, the Republic of Cyprus announced further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The entire statement by the Minister of Health outlining the measures is available in English at: https://www.pio.gov.cy/en/press-releases-article.html?id=16775#flat Until at least November 30: A strict curfew for Limassol and Paphos districts is in effect between the hours …
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A ballot drop box will remain available at the U.S. Embassy Nicosia’s North Gate from 8:00am to 2:30pm until November 3. Unfortunately, since we are past our recommended deadline for ballot drop off to the U.S. Embassy, we cannot guarantee that ballots dropped off to us for mailing to the United States will arrive to …
Read More» If you have already completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020 and requested electronic delivery of your ballot, you should have received your blank ballot or instructions for how to access it. States are required to send out ballots 45 days before an election for federal office (President, U.S. Senate, or U.S. House of Representatives) to any overseas …
Read More» In some states voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2020 election are as early as October 5th. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, we recommend that you complete a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) each year to ensure you are able to participate in elections as …
Read More» Be aware of the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections: In some states voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2020 election are as early as October 5th. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, we recommend that you complete …
Read More» In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. Registering and …
Read More» Your vote is of critical importance in the 2020 U.S. elections: did you know that many U.S. elections have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? It starts by requesting your ballot: first, complete your 2020 Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). You can use the Federal Voting …
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