Overview
The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia manages the bilateral relationship with the Republic of Cyprus, a strategically located partner in the Eastern Mediterranean. The mission promotes trade and investment, supports U.S. business interests in energy and financial services, and provides full consular services to Cypriot nationals and U.S. citizens. Cyprus serves as a regional business hub and is an active participant in Mediterranean energy development.
Visa Services
The embassy provides a full range of nonimmigrant visa services. As Cyprus is a member of the Visa Waiver Program, its citizens can typically travel to the U.S. for tourism or business without a visa. The embassy processes visas for other purposes, such as study and work.
Consular Services
The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit provides passport services, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad, notarial services, and emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Cyprus.
Trade & Export Support
The embassy's Political/Economic section supports U.S. trade and investment in Cyprus. It assists U.S. companies interested in sectors like energy, financial services, and tourism.
Investment Opportunities
The embassy highlights investment opportunities in Cyprus's energy sector, its role as a regional business hub, and its growing tourism industry. It also encourages Cypriot investment into the U.S. through the SelectUSA program.
Business Support
The embassy advocates for U.S. business interests and works with the Cypriot government to improve the investment climate. It plays a key role in supporting U.S. energy companies involved in the region's natural gas discoveries.
Cultural & Educational Programs
The Public Affairs section fosters people-to-people ties across the island through bicommunal programs, educational exchanges like the Fulbright Program, and cultural events.
Appointment Information
Appointments are required for all routine consular services and must be scheduled online through the embassy's website.
Special Notes
The embassy is located in the Engomi area of Nicosia. Cyprus is a member of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), so most U.S.-bound travel for tourism or business does not require a visa. Visitors to the embassy are subject to standard security screening.