Contact information for border crossings in Northern Cyprus

To clarify crossing the border between Northern Cyprus and the Republic of Cyprus — opening hours, whether it is accessible by car or on foot, and current restrictions — the easiest way is to call the checkpoint directly. Below you’ll find phone numbers for the main border crossings in Northern Cyprus (numbers are clickable), links to map locations, and a brief overview of opening hours. Important: some checkpoints operate 24/7, while others are open only during the day (for example, 10:00–19:00).

• Border crossing contacts
• Border crossing opening hours
• Frequently asked questions about crossing the border

Border crossing contacts

Lokmaci Checkpoint (Ledra Street)

• Phone: +90 392 229 12 87

Ledra Palace Checkpoint

• Phone: +90 392 227 01 93

Metehan Checkpoint

• Phone: +90 392 223 63 18

Beyarmudu Checkpoint (Pyla — Pergamos)

• Phone: +90 392 379 96 20

Akyar Checkpoint (Strovilia — Famagusta)

• Phone: +90 392 366 21 72

Bostanci — Astromeritis Checkpoint

• Phone: +90 392 714 21 14

Yesilirmak — Pyrgos Checkpoint

• Phone: +90 542 884 01 27

Border crossing opening hours

Ledra Checkpoint

Open 24/7.

Ledra Palace Checkpoint

Open 24/7, but during the low season it may close at night.

Metehan Checkpoint

Operates 24/7.

Deryneia — Famagusta Checkpoint

Open 24/7 for both pedestrians and vehicles.

Pyla — Pergamos Checkpoint

Open from 10:00 to 19:00.

Strovilia — Famagusta Checkpoint

Open from 10:00 to 19:00.

Bostanci — Astromeritis Checkpoint

Operates 24/7, but car insurance can usually be purchased only during the day (until 19:00 in summer and until 17:00 in winter).

Yesilirmak — Pyrgos Checkpoint

Open only during daytime hours, and arranging insurance for the northern part may depend on staff availability.

Lefke Checkpoint

Open only during daytime hours.

Frequently asked questions about crossing the border

Where can you cross the border by car in Nicosia?

The only border crossing in Nicosia open to cars is Metehan (on the Republic of Cyprus side it is often called Ayios Dometios). The other two city crossings — Lokmaci (Ledra Street) and Ledra Palace — are pedestrian only.

What documents are required to cross the border?

You need a valid passport and a valid visa or other entry permit for the Republic of Cyprus (southern part), if required for your nationality. They may also ask about your travel route, including if you arrived on the island via Northern Cyprus (the ports of Famagusta and Kyrenia or Ercan Airport).

What is prohibited from being taken into the Republic of Cyprus (southern part)?

There is a list of goods that are prohibited from being carried across the Green Line. It is published separately: what cannot be taken out of Northern Cyprus across the Green Line.

The Green Line is the commonly used name for the division line and buffer zone between Northern Cyprus and the Republic of Cyprus, where the checkpoints are located.

You may also find useful:

• all checkpoints: locations, opening hours, and how to cross
• all Northern Cyprus checkpoints on the map

Follow our Instagram and Telegram channel to receive updates about transport in Northern Cyprus.