Cyprus Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Department of Civil Aviation (DCA)
- Website: https://www.mcw.gov.cy/mcw/dca/dca.nsf
- Contact: director@dca.mcw.gov.cy
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Requirements by Operation Type
Private non-revenue flights generally do not require specific permits. Standard customs/immigration procedures apply.
Third-country carriers require permits from DCA. Apply at least 48 hours in advance. DCA operates 24 hours.
Covered by bilateral air service agreements. EU carriers operate freely under EU Regulation 1008/2008.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Conditional
- Authority: Department of Civil Aviation - Air Transport Section
- Lead Time: 48 hours before scheduled departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: No CAA processing fee; Eurocontrol route charges apply
Overflight permit required for non-scheduled commercial flights by third-country operators. Permit number must be included in Item 18 of the flight plan.
Submit application to the Department of Civil Aviation Air Transport Section at least 48 hours before departure. Include flight details, operator, and aircraft information.
Landing Permit
- Required: Conditional
- Authority: Department of Civil Aviation
- Lead Time: 48 hours before scheduled departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: No CAA processing fee; airport and navigation charges billed via Eurocontrol
Required for non-EU carriers performing non-scheduled commercial flights. EU carriers operating intra-EU are exempt. Technical stops and ambulance flights may be exempt.
Submit application to DCA at least 48 hours before departure. Include AOC, insurance certificate, EASA TCO authorization, and flight details.
Cabotage
Prohibited for non-EU carriers. EU carriers may operate cabotage under EU Regulation 1008/2008.
General Remarks
Cyprus is an EU member state but not a Schengen member. DCA operates 24 hours. Note: Northern Cyprus airspace is subject to separate restrictions.