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Cyprus travel advice

Most visits to Cyprus are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Crimes against tourists are uncommon.

Cyprus has a strict policy of zero tolerance towards drugs.

Driving standards are poor: drive with care and caution. Visitors may be heavily fined if they drive without wearing a seat belt or ride a motorbike without wearing a crash helmet. Heavy fines also apply if you use a mobile telephone or are under the influence of alcohol while driving.

Beware of strong seas and only swim at approved beaches.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Embassies and tourist offices

Cyprus Tourism Organisation in the UK

17 Hanover Street, London W1S 1YP, UK
Tel: (020) 7569 8800.
www.visitcyprus.org.cy
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1700.

Cyprus Tourism Organisation in the USA

13 East 40th Street, New York, NY 10016, USA
Tel: (212) 683 5280.
www.visitcyprus.org.cy

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in the UK

13 St James's Square, London SW1Y 4LB, UK
Tel: 0207 321 4100.
www.mfa.gov.cy/highcomlondon
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1630.

Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in the USA

2211 R Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 462 5772/0873.
www.cyprusembassy.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700.

British High Commission in Cyprus

Alexander Pallis Street, 1587 Nicosia, Cyprus
Tel: (22) 861100.
www.ukincyprus.fco.gov.uk/en
Opening hours: Mon-Fr 0730-1430.

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