Nicosia - Post Report Question and Answers

Are credit cards widely accepted and safe to use locally? Are ATMs common and do you recommend using them? Are they safe to use?

Credit cards are accepted everywhere, and ATMs are readily available and safe to use. - Jan 2025


I have had no problem using Visa. Generally, I preferred to cash checks via the embassy to obtain cash, but ATMs seem okay. - Aug 2022


Yes. We try to use ATM's that are connected to a bank only and have had no issues. - Aug 2022


We never used an ATM. We did use a credit card some, but preferred cash because of the international charges. - Jul 2013


Use only if necessary. - Jun 2011


No issues with this, they're accepted everywhere. - Dec 2009


They have plenty of ATM's available. - May 2008


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