Provisional data for August 2026 and final data for July 2026 show increases in imports and exports compared to previous periods, with detailed figures on trade values, categories, and partner countries.
Provisional data for August 2026 indicate that total imports of goods amounted to €1,324.1 million, an increase of 14.9% compared to August 2025. Imports from EU countries were €569.2 million, and from third countries €754.9 million. Imports in August 2026 include vessel ownership transfers valued at €1.1 million.
Total exports in August 2026 reached €643.5 million, up 17.9% from August 2025. Exports to EU countries were €106.8 million, and to third countries €536.7 million. Exports in August 2026 include vessel and aircraft ownership transfers valued at €20.8 million.
For January–August 2026, total imports were €10,257.0 million, a 10.9% increase from the same period in 2025. Total exports were €3,953.7 million, up 5.0%. The trade deficit for this period was €6,303.3 million.
Final data for July 2026 show total imports of €1,613.1 million, a 22.0% increase from July 2025. Domestic exports, including ships and aircraft provisions, amounted to €510.4 million, a 33.4% increase from July 2025. Exports of industrial products excluding ships and aircraft provisions were €501.3 million, and agricultural exports €7.8 million. Exports of foreign products, including ships and aircraft provisions, decreased by 13.7% to €159.0 million.
Main categories of domestically produced exports for January–July 2026 were mineral fuels and oils (€1,250.5 million), halloumi cheese (€233.4 million), and pharmaceutical products (€208.4 million).
Trade data are based on the value of goods crossing Cyprus borders, with classifications for domestic and foreign goods, partner countries, and processing details. The United Kingdom is considered an extra-EU partner until 2020, with specific recording procedures thereafter. For more information, visit the CYSTAT portal or contact the provided officials.
