Cyprus recorded a significant rise in the number of residents returning from trips abroad.

According to the latest data released by Statistical Service, a total of 138,588 residents of Cyprus returned from overseas travels in June 2023, compared to 121,146 in the corresponding month of the previous year, marking an increase of 14.4%.

Among the main countries from which residents of Cyprus returned, Greece held the largest share, accounting for 30.8% (42,662) of the total returns in June 2023. The United Kingdom followed with 11.2% (15,493) of the returnees, while Italy accounted for 7.1% (9,776), and France constituted 4.2% (5,776).

The purpose of travel for residents of Cyprus in June 2023, was for the majority of 61.9% for holiday purposes. Business-related travel accounted for 26.0% of the returns, while 9.8% of residents travelled for studies, and 2.3% had other reasons for their trips.