Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade
(
www.mft.govt.nz/travel
)
UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office
(
www.fco.gov.uk
)
US Department of State
(
www.travel.state.gov
)
HEALTH
AVAILABILITY & COST OF HEALTH CARE
If you need an ambulance, call 119 in the Republic of Cyprus or 112 in Northern Cyprus.
Pharmacies can dispense basic medicines without a prescription. You can consult a pharmacist for minor ailments.
Emergency medical treatment and assistance is provided free of charge at government hospitals or medical institutions.
However, payment of the prescribed fees is required for outpatient and inpatient treatment.
DRINKING WATER
The tap water is perfectly safe to drink in the South, although most locals drink bottled water, as it is very hard.
However, the glass of water you automatically receive with your Cypriot coffee will undoubtedly be tap water. It is ad-
visable to drink bottled water in the North.
HEALTH INSURANCE
Citizens of EU countries are entitled to free or cheaper medical care in the Republic, but not in Northern Cyprus.
EU citizens must carry proof of their entitlement in the form of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Citizens from other countries should find out if there is a reciprocal arrangement for free medical care between their
country and Cyprus, though travel insurance is always recommended.
RECOMMENDED VACCINATIONS
No jabs are required to travel to Cyprus, but the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that all travellers
should be covered for diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella and polio.
INSURANCE
A travel-insurance policy to cover theft, loss and medical problems as well as cancellation or delays to your travel ar-
rangements is a good idea.
Worldwide travel insurance is available at
www.lonelyplanet.com/travel_services.
You can buy, extend and claim online
anytime - even if you're already on the road.
INTERNET ACCESS
Wi-fi is increasingly available at most hotels and in many cafes, restaurants and airports, particularly in the Republic.
