🔌 Plugs & adapters
No. Sockets are the same as in the UK (type G), so your UK plugs fit.
The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
- Type G: Three rectangular pins (the UK plug)
🕒 Time difference
Cyprus is 2 hours ahead of the UK all year.
💶 Money & tipping
Cyprus uses the Euro (EUR).
A service charge is often included. If not, 5–10% is normal.
🚗 Driving
Traffic drives on the left, the same as in the UK. Speed limits are signed in km/h. Convert km/h to mph →
🗣️ Language & phone
Main language: Greek and Turkish (English widely spoken). Dialling code: +357.
Quick answers for Cyprus
Places in Cyprus
Other countries with the same plugs
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter for Cyprus?
No. Sockets are the same as in the UK (type G), so your UK plugs fit. The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
What plug type does Cyprus use?
Cyprus uses type G: type G – Three rectangular pins (the UK plug). The voltage is 230V at 50Hz.
What is the time difference between the UK and Cyprus?
Cyprus is 2 hours ahead of the UK all year.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cyprus?
On the left, the same as the UK.
What currency is used in Cyprus?
The Euro (EUR).
Do you tip in Cyprus?
A service charge is often included. If not, 5–10% is normal.
What is the dialling code for Cyprus?
+357. From a UK phone, dial +357 and drop the first 0 of the local number.
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