Turkey Scraps On-Arrival ‘Sticker’ Visas for Cypriots, E-Visa Now Mandatory
Greek Air-Traffic-Controller Strike Grounds 31 Cyprus-Greece Flights, Tests Contingency Plans
Middle-East Tensions Divert 30 Flights to Cyprus, Hotels Scramble to House 2,400 Passengers
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Cyprus General Strike Poised to Disrupt 50+ Flights and 15,000 Passengers
A nationwide general strike on 5 January is expected to disrupt more than 50 flights at Larnaca and Paphos, affecting over 15,000 passengers. Hermes Airports and unions are preparing contingency staffing, but travellers should expect delays and check EU261 rights.
Turkey Abolishes Sticker Visa for Cypriot Passports—E-Visa Now Mandatory
From 2 January 2026, Cypriot passport-holders must apply online for a Turkish e-visa or visit a Turkish mission in advance; the former sticker-visa-on-arrival has been scrapped. Turkish-Cypriots remain exempt. Businesses must now factor in lead time and documentation checks for staff travelling to Turkey.
Greek Air-Traffic-Controller Strike Cancels 31 Flights Linking Cyprus and Greece
A 24-hour strike by Greek air-traffic controllers on 2 January 2026 grounded 31 flights between Cyprus and Greece, forcing rerouting and compensation claims. The episode underscores the vulnerability of Cyprus’ air links to external labour disputes and the need for contingency planning.