Cyprus Car Rental

• Cyprus is the Mediterranean's island, and one of its most popular tourist destinations.



• The island is de facto partitioned into four parts: the Republic of Cyprus, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (recognised only by Turkey), the UN-controlled Green Line, two British Sovereign Base Areas (Akrotiri and Dhekelia).



• The Republic of Cyprus is divided into six districts: Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaca, Limassol, Nicosia, and Paphos.



• Cyprus is the mythical birthplace of the Greek's goddess of love and beauty Aphrodite.



• Most Greek Cypriots are members of the Greek Orthodox Church, whereas most Turkish Cypriots are Muslim.



• English is spoken by 90% of the people in both Northern and Southern Cyprus.



• Cyprus has over 340 days sunshine per year.

Why rent?

Rent a car and visit the most beautiful places in South and Northern Cyprus! Car hire rates and fuel costs in Cyprus are quite low comparing to other Mediterranean countries. You can rent a car for 20 EUR per day. Gas prices are 0.93 - 0.98 EUR/Liter, diesel prices 0.95 - 0.98 EUR/Liter.

Can you recommend a car rental company in Cyprus?

It's up to you to decide. We have over 250 Cyprus car rental companies listed. You can choose an international company or a local family car hire firm.

Can I rent a car at Larnaca / Paphos airport?

Yes, absolutely. But we encourage you to make your reservation online, before your trip to Cyprus. If you book online you can get a discount and save your time and money.

I found a low-cost car rental firm, but they don't have office at airport. What should I do?

Usually Cyprus car rental companies offer free delivery to Larnaca and Paphos airports. Contact customer service and inquire about free delivery.

I'm from EU, can I rent a car?

All current EU and international driving licenses are valid in Cyprus.

I'm 21. Can I rent a car?

Usually persons 25 years old+ with a valid driver license and at least three years driving experience are allowed to rent a car. Anyway, contact car hire company for more details.

PASSPORT IS REQUIRED

• BY RENT CAR


• You are allowed to cross the border from South to North Cyprus by rental car.


• You are NOT allowed to cross the border from North to South Cyprus by rental car.


• Car insurance is required! For South Cyprus is 10 CYP/Month, North Cyprus is 100 YTL / 40CYP/Year (10 YTL /3 days, 15 YTL/month, 20 YTL/3 months, 30 YTL/6 months).




• BY OWN CAR


• You are allowed to cross the border.


• ON FOOT


• You are allowed to cross the border.

BORDER CROSSING CHECKPOINTS

• Agios Dometios (Nicosia) - pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, goods


• Ledra Palace (Nicosia) - pedestrians, cyclists, diplomatic vehicles


• Black Knight (British Eastern Sovereign Base Area) - pedestrians, vehicles, goods


• Pergamos (British Eastern Sovereign Base Area) - pedestrians, vehicles, goods


• Zohdia (Güzelyurt) - pedestrians, vehicles, goods

Cyprus Meze - different Cypriot delicacies, can include up to 20-30 dishes.

Kleftiko - lamb or goat baked in special ovens.

Mousakas - potatoes, courgettes and aubergines covered with a cream.

Yemista - stuffed peppers, tomatoes, onions, courgettes, aubergines.

Halloumi cheese - mixture of goat's and sheep's milk

Souvla - grilled lam or Chicken.

Cyprus coffee - sketos without sugar, medium metrios, sweet glykos, and Frappe a mixture of cofee, milk, and iced water served icy-cold.

Zivania - distillate from pomace, the residue of pressed grapes mixed with local high-quality dry wines.

Commandaria - an amber-coloured sweet dessert wine made in the Commandaria region of Cyprus.

Cyprus Brandy - 32% brandy produced by double distillation of xynisteri (white grape) based white wines with aging in oak barrels.