The Ministry of Health, in order to strengthen the immunity of the population against COVID-19 and to better serve the citizens, has proceeded to schedule the possibility of vaccination of persons visiting the Republic of Cyprus and wishing to be administered the vaccine against the disease.
In particular, the vaccination of foreign visitors who come to Cyprus for a short period of time beyond two weeks, to visit their family, for work, or for another reason, and who do not fall into the category of migrants, applicants for political asylum, or refugees from other third countries, has been approved.
Vaccination of foreign visitors will be possible at the vaccination centres walk-in in all provinces.
Recall that:
- Vaccination centres walk-in in all provinces, with the exception of the vaccination centres in *Kyperounda and **Polis Chrysochous, are open from Monday to Friday, from 8:00am - 2:30pm (For opening hours click here).
- A booster dose of vaccine is recommended in persons aged 12 years and older, provided that a period of five (5) months has elapsed since the last dose of vaccine.
- Vaccination with a booster dose of vaccine is recommended after 3 months from the 1st positive test for COVID-19.
- An identification document (identity card, passport) and a vaccination card must be presented for vaccination. Foreign visitors should present proof that they have been in Cyprus (e.g. arrival ticket) for more than 2 weeks.
With regard to vaccination of persons under 18 years of age, a Parental/Guardian Written Consent Form signed by both parents, where applicable, is required. Greek or English .
(AF/EP)
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