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Local port and authority knowledge
Each Cypriot port handles Customs, Immigration and the Harbour Master differently. A local agent knows who attends, what paperwork each office expects and when to arrive.
Yacht clearance and port support across Cyprus
Cyprus Yacht Clearance Agents
Plan yacht arrival or departure around Cyprus. Send the yacht, crew, route and timing details for review and a possible introduction to a suitable local agent.
9 Cypriot locationsChoose the port that matches the voyage or berth.
One clear requestSend yacht, crew, route and timing details once.
Local agent supportWe review the request before an introduction.
Our service
Why use a local Cyprus yacht-clearance agent?
Cyprus sits at a crossroads of EU rules, Eastern Mediterranean routes and country-specific border requirements. A local agent who knows the port, the authorities and the current procedures makes the difference between a smooth clearance and a delay.
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EU rules without Schengen
Cyprus is an EU Member State but is not yet fully part of the Schengen Area. Cyprus-specific passport, visa, customs and crew requirements may therefore apply.
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One request, coordinated locally
Send the yacht, crew, route and timing details once. The agent coordinates between the port authority, Customs and Immigration on your behalf and confirms current fees before arrival.
Before Cyprus arrival
Documents for Cyprus yacht clearance
Cyprus applies EU Customs rules but is not part of the Schengen Area; passport checks and border formalities are country-specific. Prepare these documents before your Cypriot port arrival.
✓Passports and any required visas or residence documents valid for Cyprus for everyone aboard
✓Crew and passenger list with travel-document details and nationalities
✓Yacht registration certificate and vessel particulars
✓Proof of ownership or written authority to use the yacht
✓Valid insurance certificate appropriate to the vessel and voyage
✓Skipper licence or certificate of competence where required
✓Previous-port clearance or departure document from the last port of call
✓Customs status or temporary admission evidence, such as EU VAT-paid status or relevant temporary admission documentation
Clearance planning
From route details to clearance in Cyprus.
Send your request
Submit the yacht name, registration, crew list, intended entry port and arrival window. Include any non-EU nationalities on board and whether the vessel is EU VAT paid or travelling under temporary admission.
Manual review
The request is reviewed against current Cyprus entry requirements, port availability and the vessel and crew profile. Questions are returned before any introduction is made.
Introduction to a local agent
If the request is suitable, you receive an introduction to a local Cyprus agent who knows the specific port, the relevant authorities and the current clearance procedure.
Coordinated arrival
The agent confirms berth or anchorage availability, current fees and authority attendance, then coordinates your arrival between the Harbour Master, Customs and Immigration on your behalf.
Cypriot locations
Cyprus yacht clearance locations
Yacht entry and exit formalities in Cyprus can be completed at several recognised ports and marinas. Larnaca, Limassol, Latsi and Paphos are recognised sea entry locations, while Larnaca Marina, Limassol Marina, St Raphael Marina and Ayia Napa Marina also operate as official Ports of Entry with Customs and Immigration services.
Southeast and Larnaca Bay
3 locationsLimassol coast
4 locationsWestern Cyprus and Akamas
2 locationsCypriot requirements
Plan the national formalities before reaching the port.
EU customs, non-Schengen border
Cyprus applies EU Customs rules but has not yet fully implemented the Schengen acquis. Passport checks, visas and border formalities are Cyprus-specific: Schengen or generic EU assumptions do not apply to crew nationalities.
Recognised yacht entry locations
Larnaca, Limassol, Latsi and Paphos are recognised sea entry locations. Larnaca Marina, Limassol Marina, St Raphael Marina and Ayia Napa Marina also operate as official Ports of Entry where Customs and Immigration formalities are available.
Temporary admission: up to 18 months
A qualifying privately used non-Union yacht may generally use EU temporary admission for up to 18 months in the customs territory of the Union. This is an EU-wide period, not a Cyprus-specific one, and does not restart on entering Cyprus. Commercial or charter use may be treated differently.
Confirm before arrival
Berth availability, authority attendance, current fees and pre-arrival notification requirements vary by port and season. Private yacht reporting obligations differ from commercial-ship timelines; a local agent confirms all of this before arrival.
FAQ
Cyprus Yacht Clearance questions
Do I need to clear into Cyprus by yacht?
Yachts arriving in Cyprus must comply with the applicable arrival, border, customs and port formalities. The exact requirements depend on the vessel's customs status, previous port, use and the nationalities and immigration status of the people on board.
Which Republic of Cyprus ports are legal sea entry points?
Larnaca, Limassol, Latsi and Paphos are recognised sea entry locations. Yacht clearance is also available at official Ports of Entry including Larnaca Marina, Limassol Marina, St Raphael Marina and Ayia Napa Marina.
Is Cyprus in the Schengen Area?
Cyprus is an EU Member State but is not yet fully part of the Schengen Area. Cyprus-specific passport, visa and border requirements therefore remain relevant for yacht arrivals.
Can I clear at Ayia Napa Marina?
Yes. Ayia Napa Marina is an official Port of Entry, and yachts arriving in or departing Cyprus can complete Customs and Immigration formalities within the marina. Confirm berth availability, authority attendance and the applicable procedure before arrival.
How long can a non-EU yacht stay in Cyprus?
A qualifying privately used non-Union yacht may generally use EU temporary admission for up to 18 months in the customs territory of the Union. This is an EU-wide period, not a Cyprus-specific one, and does not restart on entering Cyprus. Commercial or charter use may be treated differently.
Is there a universal Yacht Clearance fee?
No fixed or published fee covers all situations. Port dues, Harbour Master charges, applicable authority fees, marina rates and agent costs each vary by port and vessel. Confirm current charges with the relevant authorities or a local agent before arrival.
What does Cyprus Yacht Clearance do?
Cyprus Yacht Clearance reviews the request and may introduce a suitable local agent for the port and voyage. It is not Cyprus Customs, the Immigration Police, the Shipping Deputy Ministry, the Cyprus Ports Authority or any government body. It is a private introduction service.
Personal clearance support
Send the voyage details once. We help route the request.
Use the form for check-in, check-out, Customs, border, crew-list or yacht-status assistance.