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Cyprus Corporate & Company Law Guides
In-depth guides on setting up and running a business in Cyprus: company formation and costs, holding-company structuring, the 15% corporate tax rate and IP Box, dividends, substance and ongoing compliance.
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Cyprus Ship & Yacht Registration and Tonnage Tax (2026)
Cyprus operates one of the ten largest merchant fleets in the world and taxes ships on their tonnage, not their profits. This guide covers ship and yacht registration under the EU flag, who can own a Cyprus flagged vessel, the yacht VAT leasing scheme, and the Tonnage Tax System for owners, charterers and ship managers.
Gregoris Philippou
Corporate12 min read
Cyprus Investment Firms (CIFs): Licensing and Framework
Introduction Cyprus has emerged as a preferred jurisdiction for establishing investment firms within the European Union. With a modern regulatory framework fully aligned with MiFID II, a competitive...
Sergios Charalambous·21 Apr 2025
Corporate9 min read
Cyprus Crypto Asset (CASP) Licence under MiCA (2026)
The rules for crypto businesses in Cyprus changed completely at the end of 2024. The old national register has closed and the EU wide MiCA regime now applies. This guide covers the CASP licence, who needs one, the capital classes, the CySEC timeline, and how a single Cyprus licence passports across all 27 member states.
Sergios Charalambous·31 Dec 2021
Corporate7 min read
Alternative Investment Funds in Cyprus (AIF and RAIF)
Cyprus offers one of the most competitive fund frameworks in Europe. This guide covers the three types of Alternative Investment Fund, including the fast to market RAIF that needs no CySEC licence, who can invest, the formation process, and the fund tax treatment under the 2026 reform.
Gregoris Philippou·17 Oct 2020
VideoCorporate8 min read
Business Exit Planning in Cyprus: Holding Structures
Most founders think about tax when a sale is already happening. The outcome is usually decided by how the structure was set long before the buyer arrived. Here is how Cyprus holding structures support a clean exit.
Sergios Charalambous·29 May 2026
VideoCorporate12 min read
Cyprus IP Box: how to pay 3% tax on your IP income
The Cyprus IP Box regime taxes qualifying intellectual property income at an effective rate of approximately 3%, one of the lowest in the EU. This guide explains the 80% deduction mechanism, the OECD nexus fraction formula with a worked example, which assets qualify, and how to claim the benefit on your tax return.
Gregoris Philippou·28 Oct 2024
Corporate8 min read
Cyprus UBO Register 2026: Beneficial Ownership Rules
Every Cyprus company must register its ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) with the Registrar of Companies. Here is what you need to file, by when, and what happens if you miss a deadline.
Sergios Charalambous·2 Nov 2024
Corporate12 min read
Cyprus company registration cost: 2026 fees
The total cost of registering a Cyprus company depends on far more than the incorporation fee. This guide breaks down setup costs, government fees, banking, nominee services, and annual maintenance, and explains what low-cost providers often leave out of their quotes.
Sergios Charalambous·1 Apr 2026
Corporate10 min read
Best country to open a company in Europe (2026)
There is no single best country to open a company in Europe. The answer depends on your business model, where your clients are, and how much you are willing to spend on compliance. This guide compares seven EU jurisdictions across the factors that actually matter.
Gregoris Philippou·30 Mar 2026
VideoCorporate8 min read
How to open a company in Cyprus (2026)
Opening a company in Cyprus takes 5-7 working days, but the decisions you make before registration matter more than the paperwork. This guide covers who should incorporate in Cyprus, how to plan for tax residency, what it actually costs to run a company each year, and the mistakes that trip up most foreign entrepreneurs.
Gregoris Philippou·30 Mar 2026
Corporate7 min read
Trademark Registration in Cyprus: Process and Costs
Registering a trademark in Cyprus protects your brand across the Republic and, with the right strategy, throughout the EU and internationally. This guide covers the legal framework, registration process, requirements, and costs.
Gregoris Philippou·17 Oct 2020
Corporate6 min read
Company Registration in Cyprus: Costs and Process
Registering a company in Cyprus takes 3 to 5 working days, costs between €1,200 and €2,000, and gives you access to a 15% corporate tax rate. This guide covers costs, requirements, timelines, and tax benefits.
Gregoris Philippou·12 Oct 2020
Corporate8 min read
Why Cyprus Suits UK Citizens After the 2024 Budget
Introduction The 2024 Autumn Budget in the UK, presented by Rachel Reeves, marks a pivotal change the country’s tax policy, the effects of which will particularly affect businesses, high-net-worth...
Sergios Charalambous·1 Nov 2024…
53 articles
- Cyprus Ship & Yacht Registration and Tonnage Tax (2026)
- Cyprus Investment Firms (CIFs): Licensing and Framework
- Cyprus Crypto Asset (CASP) Licence under MiCA (2026)
- Alternative Investment Funds in Cyprus (AIF and RAIF)
- Business Exit Planning in Cyprus: Holding Structures
- Cyprus IP Box: how to pay 3% tax on your IP income
- Cyprus UBO Register 2026: Beneficial Ownership Rules
- Cyprus company registration cost: 2026 fees
- Best country to open a company in Europe (2026)
- How to open a company in Cyprus (2026)
- Trademark Registration in Cyprus: Process and Costs
- Company Registration in Cyprus: Costs and Process
- Why Cyprus Suits UK Citizens After the 2024 Budget
- Cyprus Holding Company
- Taxes in Cyprus: A Guide for Individuals and Companies
- A simple guide for registering a company in Cyprus
- Cyprus International Trusts and Asset Protection
- Cyprus Company Registration for Digital Marketers
- Cyprus Company Registration for OnlyFans Professionals
- Zero Tax for Greek Residents on Cyprus Company Dividends
- Cyprus Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Cyprus Gambling License
- Joint Ventures in Cyprus: A Complete Guide
- Intellectual Property Protection in Cyprus
- Cyprus E-commerce & Dropshipping Company Setup
- Cyprus Accounting and Financial Statement Requirements
- Cyprus Economic Substance Requirements Guide
- Setting Up a Partnership in Cyprus
- Share Capital Increase and Reduction in a Cyprus Company
- Cyprus Shareholders Agreement: Rights & Management
- Nominee Services and Registered Office Solutions in Cyprus
- Corporate Tax Benefits of Registering a Company in Cyprus
- Electronic Money Institution (EMI) License in Cyprus
- Cyprus Patent Register: Patent Protection in Cyprus
- Capital Gains Tax in Cyprus: 4 Key Things to Know
- Director and Secretary Duties in a Cyprus Company
- Start-ups and Technology Companies in Cyprus
- Your Ultimate Guide on Opening a Bank Account in Cyprus
- How to Efficiently Register Your Business for Tax and VAT
- Cyprus Company Registration: Why Firms Choose It
- Abolishment of the Annual Levy from 2024: What to Know
- Important announcement-Registrar of Companies
- Why International Firms Choose Cyprus to Incorporate
- Cross-Border Arrangements (DAC6) Reporting in Cyprus
- Solicitors in Cyprus: Legal Services and Law Firms
- Why move your business to Cyprus
- Tradenames in Cyprus: Registration and Protection
- Copyrights in Cyprus
- Rebuilding the Cyprus Economy After Covid-19
- Paphos Hospitality: Hotel Acquisition and Renovation
- Our Success in Slashing Software Company Tax by ~97%
- Helping an International Estate Agency Expand to Cyprus
- Corporate and Commercial law in Cyprus FAQ