The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Berlin serves as the principal diplomatic mission representing Cyprus in Germany. Located on KurfĂĽrstendamm in Berlin's Charlottenburg district, one of the city's most prominent boulevards, the embassy maintains comprehensive diplomatic relations between Cyprus and Germany, two member states of the European Union. The embassy provides consular services to Cypriot nationals throughout Germany and assists German citizens with matters related to Cyprus. Cyprus and Germany share strong bilateral ties within the EU framework, with significant cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, and cultural exchange. Germany is an important source of tourism and investment for Cyprus, while many Cypriots reside in Germany. The current Ambassador is H.E. Ms Maria Papakyriakou. The embassy works closely with the Cypriot community in Germany and promotes Cypriot interests, culture, and economic opportunities.
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Visa Services
As both Cyprus and Germany are members of the European Union and participate in the Schengen Area, German citizens do not require visas to enter, travel, or reside in Cyprus. German nationals enjoy complete freedom of movement under EU regulations and can travel, live, and work in Cyprus without any visa or permit requirements beyond standard EU citizen rights. The embassy provides information about residency registration and documentation for German citizens planning extended stays in Cyprus. For third-country nationals residing in Germany who require visas to visit Cyprus, the embassy processes Schengen visa applications following common EU visa procedures. Applicants must submit a completed application form, valid passport with at least three months validity beyond intended departure from the Schengen Area, recent biometric passport photographs, travel health insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage, proof of accommodation in Cyprus, confirmed travel itinerary, and evidence of sufficient financial means. Visa processing typically takes 15 calendar days but can vary during peak tourism seasons.
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Consular Services
The embassy provides comprehensive consular services for Cypriot nationals residing in or visiting Germany. Services include passport issuance and renewal for Cypriot citizens, national identity card processing, birth registration for children born in Germany to Cypriot parents, civil status registration including marriages and deaths, document legalization and apostille services, notarial services including powers of attorney and statutory declarations, certification of documents and signatures, military service documentation and exemptions for Cypriots abroad, and emergency assistance for Cypriot nationals in distress. The embassy assists with consular registration for Cypriot citizens living in Germany, electoral registration for voting from Cyprus while abroad, and coordination with German authorities on matters affecting Cypriot citizens. German citizens can obtain document authentication services for papers intended for use in Cyprus. The embassy maintains close contact with the substantial Cypriot community in Germany.
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Business Support
The embassy actively promotes economic and commercial relations between Cyprus and Germany, supporting bilateral trade, investment, and business partnerships. Germany is one of Cyprus's most important economic partners, both as a source of tourism (Germans are among the largest groups of visitors to Cyprus) and as a trade and investment partner. German companies have significant presence in Cyprus, particularly in tourism infrastructure, renewable energy, financial services, and technology sectors. Cyprus offers attractive opportunities for German businesses in shipping and maritime services, professional services, tourism development, renewable energy projects, and as a business hub for Eastern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern markets. The embassy facilitates business connections, provides information about Cyprus's favorable tax regime and business environment, and supports German companies exploring investment opportunities. Cyprus's EU membership, English-language business environment, and strategic location make it attractive for German business expansion.
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Special Notes
The embassy is located on Kurfürstendamm (Ku'damm), one of Berlin's most famous boulevards, in the Charlottenburg district. The area is well-served by U-Bahn (U1, U9 to Kurfürstendamm station) and bus services. Contact the embassy in advance to confirm current office hours for consular services and to schedule appointments. As both Cyprus and Germany are EU member states, most travel and residence matters are governed by EU freedom of movement regulations rather than visa requirements. Important note: The embassy website provides information about military service obligations for male Cypriot citizens, including those residing abroad. Cypriot men should consult the embassy regarding military service requirements. The embassy is closed on both German public holidays and Cypriot national holidays including Greek Independence Day (March 25), Cyprus Independence Day (October 1), and Greek National Day (October 28). For current travel information about Cyprus, German citizens can also consult the German Federal Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt).