The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring the deteriorating situation in Lebanon and notes that the security situation in the country may deteriorate further without warning.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs therefore reiterates its recommendation to Cypriot citizens to avoid all travel to Lebanon, and those wishing to depart Lebanon are strongly encouraged to take advantage of available commercial flights.
In addition, Cypriot citizens in Lebanon are advised to avoid all gatherings and demonstrations, remain vigilant and follow the instructions of the local Authorities. It is also recommended, as they closely monitor developments and information from the international and local media, to avoid unnecessary movements and to apply maximum security measures.
In case of emergency, Cypriot citizens are invited to contact:
Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Beirut
Address: Yarzeh Pine Building No 6, Street 15, Baabda, Lebanon
Telephone: +961 5 929 006 (Monday-Friday, 08:00-15:00)
Mobile: +961 71 559 500 (outside working hours/in case of emergency).
Fax: +961 5 922643
Email address: beirutembassy@mfa.gov.cy and beirutconsulate@mfa.gov.cy
Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Directorate of Consular Affairs:
Phone: +357 22 651113 (Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:00)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Department of Crisis Management:
Phone: +357 22 801000, +357 22 651295 (Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:00)
Mobile Phone: +357 97 775998 (outside working hours/in case of emergency)
Cypriot citizens are also invited to register, if they wish, on the online registration platform for Cypriots abroad Connect2CY.