Car Hire at Paphos International Airport
We can supply you with a quick and easy online quote if you would like to hire a car at Paphos Airport.
There is a total of 8 car hire companies based at Paphos Airport with their corresponding offices situated in the terminal building, apart from Hertz car hire which is offered by an independent concessionary located off site.
As public transport services are not always available to all areas, driving in Cyprus is almost a necessity. Good sized roads which are well maintained connect the villages and the towns, with four lane motorways connecting the main towns of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Ayia Napa and Paphos.
Drivers must be at least 18 years of age and traffic circulates in the same way as in the UK where driving is on the left.
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Making sure that you are aware of local laws and rules should ensure that you have an enjoyable and hassle free holiday.
If you plan on hiring a car at Paphos Airport then you may find the following guidelines and regulations useful.
Apart from driving regulations and laws, below you will also find some general information on driving a car in Cyprus.
Driving licences from EU countries
Any person with a valid driving licence issued by an EU Member State may drive legally in Cyprus as long as the driver meets the minimum age requirements.
Driving licences from non – EU countries
The majority of foreign driving licences are valid for driving in Cyprus although validity periods vary depending on the issuing country. For example, those with a US license must have a validity period of six months. It may be a good idea to consult the relevant consular authority for regulations and further information on the validity of your particular license.
- Seat belts for driver and passengers must be worn
- It is obligatory for all children under the age of five to sit in the back and strapped into an appropriate child car seat. Children from five to ten years of age may occupy the front passenger seat provided a child's seat belt has been fitted.
- Using a mobile phone while driving is prohibited unless using a "hands-free" unit.
- Smoking in a vehicle which is carrying a passenger under the age of 16 is prohibited.
- Road signs are in English and Greek
- All roads on the entire island are toll free
- Horns should not be used between 22:00-06:00. Using your horn near a hospital is forbidden at any time.
Speed Limits:
- The speed limit on motorways is 100 Km/h
- Regional roads: 80 km/h, unless otherwise indicated
- Built up areas (towns and villages): 50 Km/h, unless otherwise indicated
- Speeding is penalised with a fine
Speed checks are frequent and Police may use mobile cameras during their speed checks.
Drink Driving or Driving under the Influence of Alcohol
It is illegal to drive a car, motorbike or even a pedal cycle, while under the influence of alcohol.
A driver is considered to be drink driving in Cyprus if:
- The breath/alcohol level equals or exceeds 39 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath
- The blood/alcohol level equals or exceeds 90 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood (0,9 grams per litre)
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