1 mission of Cyprus in Turkey: Consulate of Cyprus in Istanbul, Türkiye. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Osman Sahbaz, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Cyprus is an appealing destination for some Turkish visitors due to its rich cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean. With 2.7 million Turks traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Cyprus an attractive choice for their travels.
Cyprus is considered a relatively safe destination for tourists from Türkiye. It ranks 11th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly better than Türkiye, which ranks 31st. According to the Global Peace Index, Cyprus is ranked 86th out of 160 countries, compared to Türkiye's 137th position. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Cyprus is lower at 1.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Türkiye's 2.5. While female murder rates are slightly higher in Cyprus (1.1) than in Türkiye (1.0), overall, Cyprus presents a safer environment. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Cyprus has lower scores in various crime categories, such as mafia presence and arms trafficking, suggesting a more stable situation compared to Türkiye. Overall, tourists from Türkiye can feel relatively safe while visiting Cyprus.