Pharmacies in Northern Cyprus with Russian-speaking consultants

If you need a pharmacy consultation in Russian in Northern Cyprus, you will most often find such staff in the Girne area (including suburbs) and the Iskele/Long Beach area. As of February 19, 2026, confirmed contacts with Russian-speaking staff are available at the following pharmacies: Cengiz Solmaz Eczanesi, Sevin Çağay Eczanesi, Buğçe Eczanesi, Pinar Keklik Eczanesi, Nazım Varış Eczanesi, Aydın life Eczanesi, Tören Eczanesi (Girne and nearby), as well as Iskele Eczanesi, Gökberk Alp Yakar Eczanesi, and Avicenna Eczanesi (Iskele/Long Beach). In other cities of Northern Cyprus, Russian-speaking shifts are less common and not always assigned to a specific pharmacy, so it is better to check in advance by phone or messenger.

• Where to find a Russian-speaking pharmacy by region
• Girne and suburbs: list of pharmacies
• Iskele/Long Beach: list of pharmacies
• Lefkosa, Famagusta, and other cities: how to search
• How to do it: quickly find a Russian-speaking pharmacy
• On-call pharmacies at night and on weekends
• Analogues of familiar medicines
• Travel insurance for Northern Cyprus
• Glossary
• Frequently Asked Questions

When it comes to symptoms, pain, chronic conditions, or medications you are already taking, it is convenient to explain the details in Russian — this makes it easier to reduce the risk of misunderstanding. If you specifically need the Russian language, it is useful to clarify in advance when a Russian-speaking employee is on shift.

Where to find a Russian-speaking pharmacy by region

According to current confirmed data, Russian-speaking staff are most commonly found in:

• Girne and suburbs (Alsancak, Dogankoy, and other nearby areas).
• Iskele/Long Beach (including Yeni Iskele and nearby neighborhoods).

In Lefkosa, Famagusta, Guzelyurt, Lefke, and the Karpaz Peninsula, a Russian-speaking consultation may be available, but it usually depends on a specific shift rather than a "permanent" Russian-speaking employee.

Girne and suburbs: pharmacies with Russian-speaking staff

Below is a list of pharmacies in and around Girne where you can most often get a consultation in Russian. Check the availability of a Russian-speaking employee by phone: shifts may change.

Iskele/Long Beach: pharmacies with Russian-speaking staff

In the Iskele/Long Beach area, Russian-speaking consultations are also regularly available. As in other places, it is better to check the shift in advance.

Lefkosa, Famagusta, and other cities: how to search

If you are not in Girne or the Iskele/Long Beach area (for example, in Lefkosa, Famagusta, Guzelyurt, Lefke, or the Karpaz Peninsula), the most practical approach is as follows:

• first, locate the nearest pharmacy on the map and call to check if a Russian-speaking employee is on shift;
• if you need a pharmacy "right now", check the list of on-call pharmacies for your area (Nöbetçi Eczane);
• if the Russian language is crucial, ask them to suggest the nearest pharmacy where a Russian-speaking shift is working that day/evening.

How to do it

1. Determine your area (Girne, Iskele, Lefkosa, Famagusta, Guzelyurt, Lefke, Karpaz).
2. If you are in Girne or Iskele/Long Beach, start with the lists above and call the selected pharmacy.
3. If you are in another city, open "24/7 Pharmacies" and find the on-call pharmacy in your area, then check by phone if a Russian-speaking consultation is available.
4. If there is no Russian-speaking shift, ask a question in the dedicated thread of the Northern Cyprus forum: members often suggest up-to-date options by area.

Where to buy medicines at night or on weekends

There are generally no standard 24-hour pharmacies in Northern Cyprus. There is an "on-call pharmacy" (Nöbetçi Eczane) system: a pharmacy is designated for each area to serve in the evening and on weekends/holidays (hours may vary by region). Cyprus-FAQ regularly updates the list of on-call pharmacies on this page. You can also check the working hours depending on the Northern Cyprus region right here.

What are the analogues of familiar medicines called

For convenience, a list of local medicines (often of Turkish production) and their Russian analogues has been compiled. The list is available on this page.

What travel insurance policies are valid in Northern Cyprus

Different insurers may have limitations on coverage territories. Among the options mentioned in the context of trips to Northern Cyprus, Tripinsurance is often considered. There are also solutions from local insurance companies — you can read about them here.

Glossary

• Nöbetçi Eczane — "on-call pharmacy": a pharmacy designated to serve in the evening, at night (within on-call hours), and on weekends/holidays.
• Pharmacist (Провизор) — a specialist with pharmaceutical education who provides consultations on medicines and pharmacy goods within their competence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the article not just about Girne, if there are more Russian-speaking pharmacies there?

Because the search query "Russian-speaking pharmacy" is relevant for all areas of Northern Cyprus. There are more confirmed contacts in Girne and Iskele/Long Beach, but you can also find a Russian-speaking shift in other cities — most often by calling the pharmacy, using on-call lists, and community tips.

In which areas of Northern Cyprus is it most common to find a Russian-speaking pharmacist?

Most commonly in Girne and its suburbs, as well as in the Iskele/Long Beach area. In other cities, it usually depends on the specific shift.

Should I call in advance?

Yes, this is the most reliable method: a Russian-speaking employee may not be on shift every day.

What should I do if a pharmacy from the list is closed?

Check the on-call pharmacy for today: "24/7 Pharmacies", as well as the on-call hours by area: "Working and shift hours".

Where can I ask for up-to-date recommendations for Russian-speaking pharmacists?

You can ask in the dedicated thread on the Northern Cyprus forum.