U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precautionin Cyprus. Some areas have increased risk.
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Is Cyprus safe? 🇨🇾
Europe · Updated
As of October 2026, Cyprus scores 86/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Cyprus Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 4 Cyprus destinations assessed, Larnaca scores highest (87/100), while Limassol scores lowest (85/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Regional tensions The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. If affected, British Nationals should: read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 1Exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories)
Canada's official risk level for Cyprus: exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories).
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Cyprus destinations by safety score
#1🇨🇾LarnacaVery Safe · updated 19 October 202687#2🇨🇾PaphosVery Safe · updated 19 October 202687#3🇨🇾NicosiaVery Safe · updated 19 October 202686#4🇨🇾LimassolVery Safe · updated 13 October 202685
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03 · Evidence Signals
Cyprus safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 100 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 0.8 / 100k | 96 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 73/100 | 73 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 71/100 | 71 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2023 | 3.6 / 100k | 90 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2023) |
04 · Questions
Cyprus safety FAQ
Is Cyprus safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Cyprus Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Cyprus averages 86/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 19 October 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Cyprus?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Larnaca currently scores highest at 87/100 (Very Safe). Limassol scores lowest at 85/100.
Where does this Cyprus safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.