Newsroom / CNA
The Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the Government of the United States of America on cooperation on the use of travel information, signed in Washington, United States of America, on June 17, 2024, was ratified today by the House of Representatives.
The agreement is a condition for participation of Cyprus in the USA Visa Waiver program, known as the Visa Waiver.
A total of 22 MPs voted in favor, one against while nine abstained.
The cooperation between the two parties includes the sharing of travel information. The United States of America will provide the Republic with the relevant system/platform software for the collection and analysis of passenger data free of charge.
If all the agreed deadlines are met, the inclusion of the Republic in the Visa Waiver Program is expected to take place around the beginning of 2025.
The Visa Waiver Program facilitates travel between participating countries by allowing eligible travelers to visit for tourism or business purposes without obtaining a visa, provided certain requirements are met. Cyprus' potential inclusion underscores deepening bilateral ties and streamlining travel procedures for citizens of both nations.
