United States visa requirements for citizens of Cyprus.

Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.

Issued by

Destination consulate / immigration portal

Typical cost

Usually free (the visa fee is separate)

Typical time

30–60 minutes to complete

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.

Issued by

National passport authority

Typical cost

$20–$150

Typical time

1–6 weeks (expedited often available)

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Pay the visa or government fee through the channel the consulate specifies — card payment on the application portal, bank transfer, or in person at the visa centre. Keep the receipt or transaction confirmation to upload or present.

Issued by

Destination consulate / payment provider

Typical cost

Varies by visa

Typical time

Immediate–2 days

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Have a recent passport photo taken at a pharmacy, photo booth or photographer, or use a compliant online photo tool. The common size is 35×45 mm with a plain light background, neutral expression and no glasses; the US and a few others require 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Get 2–4 prints plus a digital copy.

Issued by

Any photographer or photo booth (ICAO 9303 standard)

Typical cost

$5–$15

Typical time

Same day

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Write a signed cover or motivation letter explaining the purpose of your trip or application, your plans and your ties to your home country, addressed to the consulate. You prepare this yourself.

Issued by

Self-prepared

Typical cost

Free

Typical time

Same day

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Show you can support your stay using bank statements, a salary or pension certificate, a sponsorship/affidavit of support, or evidence of savings or income that meets the published minimum for the visa. Combine several documents if one is not enough.

Issued by

Your bank / employer / sponsor

Typical cost

free–$20

Typical time

Same day–1 week

Verified 11 Jun 2026

Book a medical examination with a doctor or, where required, a clinic on the consulate's approved-panel list. Tests may include a general exam, a chest X-ray/TB screening and blood tests; the clinic issues the certificate directly.

Issued by

Licensed doctor / panel clinic

Typical cost

$30–$200

Typical time

1–2 weeks including results

Verified 11 Jun 2026