When will India open its borders to Cyprus and during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021?

  Borders are Closed

2019 divided the history of most countries into «before» and «after». We are talking about a pandemic that has swept the whole world. The SARS-CoV-2 virus was first identified among residents of Hubei province (China). In just a few months, a disease called Covid-19 has spread to the inhabitants of the entire planet. Cyprus and India were not an exception.

Why is covid so dangerous? Regardless of the level of development of a particular state, medical care and other factors, millions of people have become victims of the coronavirus. According to the latest data, this figure is 177 039 062 people, among the total — 3 832 951 deaths. The main symptoms of the disease are: shortness of breath, high fever, dry cough, loss of taste and smell. The world’s leading countries have developed or are working on the production of their own vaccines that protect against COVID-19. Naturally, vaccination is not a 100% guarantee of protection against coronavirus, however, when infected, the disease is transferred much easier.

According to current data (statistics for Saturday, 5 June 2021), the number of cases in India is 28 799 188 people, total deaths are 346 734, and 1 484 378 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of India to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter India from Cyprus?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to India:

• Open to citizens: Yes
• Open to s: Prohibited
• Open to foreigners and tourists: Banned
• Quarantine (lockdown) in India: Partial

During the most «acute» periods of the pandemic, the following restrictions are applied in India:

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of India only if absolutely necessary: study in India, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india/coronavirus
2. Availability of the test: No tests required

All countries are divided into 3 main categories by the Ministry of Health:

• «Green» (low rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Orange» (average rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Red» (high rate of spread of coronavirus)

In this regard, the government acts in accordance with the recommendations of the World Health Association. The distribution of states into separate categories is updated regularly. At the moment, Cyprus ranks among the states of the «Red» category.

The main reasons for the introduction of new restrictions are coronavirus mutations, an increase in the number of cases, and insufficient vaccination rates.

Rules for entering India from Cyprus in 2021

At the moment, India is banned to foreigners, including s. Quarantine measures are applied to tourism and trade.

Before travelling to India, s must pass the PCR test no earlier than 72 hours in advance and submit a written document of an international standard (in English). Also, at the time of arrival, there should be no signs of SARS (fever, chills, runny nose, cough, etc.).

Is it necessary to comply with quarantine and take a PCR test when entering India?

No tests required

Quarantine for 14 days required for all countries.

For which countries are the borders with India open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) the borders of India are fully open for 0/ 32 countries, partially open for 0/ 32 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Estonia are partially or completely open:

In India, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

All international scheduled commercial passenger flights to and from India will remain suspended until 30 June.The restrictions will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the DGCA, according to the official circular. This means that the flights operating under the bilateral air bubble agreements with select countries will continue to run.«However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on case-to-case basis,» added the circular.Currently, India has bilateral air bubble pacts with multiple countries. These include countries such as Japan, the US, the UK, France, Germany, etc. The government also has been operating special repatriation flights under the 'Vande Bharat Mission' since May 2020 in order to bring stranded Indians back to the country.International commercial passenger flights have remained suspended since March 23, 2020, when the national lockdown restrictions were imposed.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of India. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

For which countries are the borders with Cyprus open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) Cyprus’s borders are fully open to 2/ 32 countries, partially open — to 49/ 32 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Cyprus are partially or completely open:

•  Australia
•  Israel

In Cyprus, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entry into Cyprus. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

The cheapest flights to India from Cyprus

The resumption of full-fledged air communication is gradual. At the moment, direct flights to India are limited, so it is possible to get to India with transfers. We offer the best air fares from Cyprus to India. Today you have the opportunity to book tickets at an affordable price. A pandemic is not a barrier to business and travel.

We constantly monitor the situation with the spread of coronavirus and are always ready to provide you with up-to-date information.

Actual data of COVID-19 in India

Current coronavirus statistics in India:

• Total cases of covid infection: 28 799 188
• Sick right now: 1 484 378
• Number of deaths: 346 734
• Recent morbidity: flattening

Situation with lockdown in India:

All essential services (including groceries, pharmacies, ATMs) continue to function.The wearing of facial/cloth masks is compulsory in all public places. There are strict restrictions on large gatherings. You may be penalized if you violate restrictions. Restrictions may vary between states. New Restrictions can be put in place at short notice to curb the spread of the virus. You should closely monitor local media reports and follow the instructions of local authorities.

>Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 72 709
• Sick right now: 1966
• Number of deaths: 363
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

A curfew is in place and the movement of citizens is banned from 23:00 to 05:00 (with some exceptions).From 10 May, a «SafePass» aimed at safely reopening social and economic activities has been introduced.The pass consists of a document stating that the bearer has either:-been vaccinated against Covid-19; -recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months; -tested negative for COVID-19 within the last 72 hours.The document has to be displayed by all residents and visitors at hotels, restaurants, cafes or bars, places of worship, theatres and cinemas, shopping malls, gyms, retirement homes, beauty salons, beaches, food stores and other public venues.To obtain a SafePass, citizens must present one of the following forms of evidence:1. Vaccination certificate with at least one dose and after a period of 3 weeks has passed (citizens can present the Vaccination Card given to them at the vaccination centres); 2. Proof that a person has contracted COVID-19 in the last 6 months (citizens may present the release text message or the recovery text message sent to their mobile phone by the Ministry of Health); 3. Citizens aged 12 and over are given the option to present a negative test certificate, from a PCR or a rapid test, valid for 72 hours. Citizens may present either the form provided by the different test units, or the text message sent to their mobile phone with the result of the test.The use of a facemask is mandatory for people from the age of 12:-in closed public spaces with more than 1 person; -in outdoor public places with more than 2 people; -in any workplace that involves physical proximity with the public, in retail stores and for people delivering goods.Physical distancing measures of 2 metres outdoors and 3 metres indoors are in place.Catering establishments are allowed to open outdoors.Customers must hold a Coronapass (SafePass).As of 1 June 2021, indoor spaces of catering establishments will be allowed as well.

Thus, the restrictions associated with the coronavirus dictate living conditions in 2021. Each state has developed its own border crossing rules and entry rules. It all depends on the general situation with the spread of COVID-19.

However, even in a pandemic, you can leave Cyprus for India with the necessary permits:

No tests required

Quarantine for 14 days required for all countries.