What Amount of Cash Can One Bring in and out of Northern Cyprus?
The TRNC law stipulates that a maximum of 10,000 euros can be exported in cash per person or the equivalent amount in another currency. More than 10,000 euros can only be transferred through banks in Northern Cyprus.
Export limit per person
When exporting cash from Northern Cyprus, standard rules apply as in most countries - this is 10,000 euros per person or the equivalent in any other currency according to the exchange rate of the Central Bank of the country on the day of export. Any amount exceeding this threshold must be declared.
Export by minors
The law does not specify an age and associated restrictions, so each passenger can carry up to 10,000 euros. However, there have been instances where large sums of money found with children at customs raised questions. For complete peace of mind, it is better not to carry large sums until reaching adulthood, although there are no specific rules regarding this.
Import of cash
The same limit applies for imports as for exports - 10,000 euros. Any amount above this limit must be declared in three copies; one copy remains with the passenger, the second stays with customs, and the third is sent by customs officials to the Central Bank of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
Frequently Asked Questions about airport restrictions
Can I declare more than 10,000 €?
Currency exceeding the limit of 10,000 € must not only be declared but also receive permission for export from the local Central Bank.
How much alcohol can be imported to Northern Cyprus?
Currently, the duty-free allowance for importing alcohol to Northern Cyprus is one liter (if the alcohol content exceeds 22%) or two liters of wine (with alcohol content up to 22%). More about importing alcohol.
What cannot be exported from Northern Cyprus through the Green Line?
The border between Northern Cyprus and the southern part of the island is open, but not all products purchased in the north can be freely exported. There are different restrictions compared to airport rules. Read more about this in our article on rules for transporting goods across the Green Line.
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