Ministers inspect Larnaca airport regarding Schengen accession preparations

On the morning of August 28, 2026, the Cypriot Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Evi Tsolaki, and the Minister of Justice, Kostas Fytiris, conducted an inspection at Larnaca International Airport. The visit focused on reviewing current airport operations and assessing the progress of infrastructure adjustments necessary for Cyprus's upcoming entry into the Schengen Area.

During the site visit, the ministers inspected the area in front of the Arrivals hall, where a new traffic lane has been officially opened to facilitate vehicle movement. Following the external tour, the officials were briefed on internal logistical changes and operational procedures required to align the airport's facilities with the European Schengen standards. No formal statements were provided by the ministers following the meetings. The inspection is part of a series of ongoing governmental efforts to ensure that the island’s border control and transit infrastructure meet the stringent requirements of the Schengen agreement, with further logistical evaluations expected to follow as the process moves forward.