The road camera system in Cyprus continues to set new records for the number of traffic violations detected. The number of fines issued to drivers has already exceeded 850,000, and by the end of 2026 the figure could reach 1 million. Despite repeated police warnings and widespread awareness of camera locations, the number of violations remains extremely high.
According to the Cypriot authorities, 2024 was the record year for the number of traffic offenses detected. In 2025, there was a slight decline in the number of fines issued, but the situation still causes serious concern among road safety officials and the police.
Most Violations Are Detected by Just 20 Fixed Cameras
By 2025, around 790,000 traffic violations had been recorded in Cyprus. More than 505,000 of them were detected by fixed cameras installed at key intersections and major highways across the country.
The most common violations remain:
- speeding,
- running a red light,
- crossing the stop line.
Authorities emphasize that drivers are fully aware of where the cameras are located, yet continue to ignore the rules. Experts attribute this either to inattention and habitual traffic violations, or to the belief among some motorists that fines do not need to be paid promptly.
Nearly Half of All Traffic Fines in Cyprus Remain Unpaid
One of the main challenges facing the system is the large number of unresolved cases. Nearly half of all fines issued have still not been paid. The reasons vary: some notices were never received by the intended recipients, some offenders are difficult to identify, and many drivers deliberately refuse to pay and prefer to contest the fines in court.
In 2025 alone, 269,127 fines were issued in Cyprus through automated traffic cameras. Of these, only 105,373 were paid. The remaining 163,754 cases are still under review or in the collection process.
The Most Problematic Intersection Is in Nicosia
The undisputed leader in the number of violations is the intersection of Griva Digeni and Demostheni Severi Avenues in Nicosia. This is where the first new-generation fixed cameras began operating in 2022. Over four years, 56,851 violations were recorded at this location. Most cases involved crossing the stop line and running red lights. The intersection has long been considered one of the busiest and most accident-prone in the Cypriot capital.
New Traffic Fines Have Come into Force in Cyprus
As of March 6, 2026, new rules and penalty amounts for camera-detected violations came into effect on the island. Crossing the stop line is now punishable by a €25 fine. Entering a pedestrian crossing on a red light carries an €85 fine and 3 penalty points. Penalties for entering an intersection against a red signal have also been increased.
Cypriot authorities hope the new measures will help reduce the number of dangerous violations and improve road safety across the country. At the same time, the police continue to expand the traffic camera network, especially in major cities and near high-risk areas.
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