A high-level delegation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), led by Under Secretary Rob Law, visited Cyprus on July 13 and 14, 2026, to discuss the country's progress towards meeting the requirements for inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The visit facilitated discussions between U.S. officials and their Cypriot counterparts, including the Deputy Minister to the President, Irini Piki, and other officials focused on immigration and visa matters.
During the meetings, the U.S. Embassy in Nicosia highlighted the productive nature of these discussions. The delegation emphasized the importance of evaluating Cyprus's compliance with the VWP criteria, which aims to facilitate travel between the United States and participating countries by allowing citizens to enter without a visa for short stays. This ongoing review process is crucial for determining Cyprus's eligibility for the program.
Responses from various sources, including the American Embassy, confirmed that the dialogue aimed at fostering stronger bilateral relations and ensuring greater mobility for citizens of both nations. The visit underscores the U.S. commitment to engaging with Cyprus on immigration and security issues as the island continues to work towards fulfilling the necessary conditions for visa exemption.
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