UK downplays missile threat to Cyprus bases amid heightened regional tensions
Cyprus unveils airline and hotel wage support to keep island connected during Middle East crisis
Cyprus briefly closes Larnaca Airport after unidentified object sighting
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Nicosia and London open talks on future access rules to UK Sovereign Base Areas
Following the 4 March drone strike on RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus and the UK launched formal talks on 25 March 2026 to review civilian access to the Sovereign Base Areas. Proposals include an electronic pre-clearance pass that could affect commuting patterns and freight routes for businesses operating on the island. Companies are advised to audit mobility flows that transit the SBAs and prepare for possible new fees or processing times.
Greek Independence Day shuts Cypriot visa services worldwide
All Cypriot government offices and visa centres are closed today, 25 March 2026, for Greek Independence Day. The shutdown pushes visa appointments into April, extending processing times for work-permit holders and business visitors. Mobility teams should expect slippage in assignment start dates and build extra lead time into upcoming filings.