EuropeShipping Heavy Equipment to Cyprus
Cyprus's construction, offshore energy exploration, and maritime industry drive equipment demand. Strategic Mediterranean location with modern port facilities.
Main Ports
- Port of Limassol
- Port of Larnaca
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- EU Customs Union
- CE Marking
- Offshore Industry
Common Cargo
- Construction Machinery
- Offshore Equipment
- Industrial Equipment
Main Ports in Cyprus
Port of Limassol
Major Seaport
Port of Larnaca
Secondary Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Cyprus
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Port of Limassol | Container / RoRo | 20–28 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Cyprus
We ship to Cyprus (Port of Limassol) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 20-28 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Cyprus
Cyprus applies the EU Common Customs Tariff to US-origin vehicles — about 10% duty on CIF — plus 19% national import VAT (one of the EU’s lower rates), cleared at Limassol.
- Import Duty
- 10% of CIF (EU Common Customs Tariff)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 19% (national import VAT)
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Registration fee / road tax (CO2-based); classic relief may apply
Source: EU Common Customs Tariff (TARIC) / Cyprus Tax Department · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
EU Customs Union
Standard EU customs procedures apply.
CE Marking
EU conformity requirements for equipment.
Offshore Industry
Specific requirements for offshore energy equipment.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Cyprus
What makes Cyprus tricky
- Cyprus drives on the left — US left-hand-drive vehicles can be registered but suit the market poorly.
- Limassol is the main gateway; left-hand-drive note: Cyprus drives on the left, so most US (left-hand-drive) cars need conversion considerations.
- EU type-approval or individual approval is required before registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
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