Law, Justice, and Human Rights in Cyprus

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The Cyprus Court System: Structure, Justice and Human Rights Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 The Cypriot judiciary was reorganised more profoundly in 2023 than at any point since independence: the historic single apex court was divided, an intermediate Court of Appeal was created, and judicial appointments were placed on a reformed […]

Understanding the Personal Injury Claim Process in Cyprus

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The Personal Injury Claim Process in Cyprus: From Accident to Compensation Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Every successful injury claim in Cyprus travels the same road: evidence, pre-action protocol, negotiation, and — for the minority that need it — court. Understanding the stages removes both the mystery and the two classic […]

Cyprus Arbitration Day 2024

Cyprus Arbitration Day 2024 As Cyprus continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for arbitration, an upocoming second ‘Cyprus Arbitration Day’ (CAD) is scheduled for May 19-20, 2024, at the Grand Resort in Limassol. This significant event builds on the tremendous success of last year’s seminar and aims to further establish Cyprus as […]

Navigating the Cypriot Civil Procedure Pre-action Protocol

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The Cyprus Pre-Action Protocols: A Practitioner’s Guide Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 The pre-action protocols are where Cyprus litigation is now won cheaply or lost expensively — and where the Civil Procedure Rules 2023 changed behaviour most. There is not one protocol but a regime: distinct protocols for different claim types, […]

Company Annual Levy in Cyprus Abolished

Company Annual Levy in Cyprus

Abolition of the Company Annual Levy in Cyprus In a key decision by the Council of Ministers on February 21, 2024, the annual levy of 350 euros has officially been abolished. This decision, effective immediately, signifies a pivotal shift in Cyprus’s approach to fostering a supportive environment for businesses. Connor Legal is at the forefront, […]

Legal 500 GC Summit Cyprus 2024

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Key Takeaways from the Legal 500 GC Summit Cyprus 2024 The GC Summit Cyprus 2024, a flagship event for the legal community, successfully took place at the Hilton Nicosia on January 30th. Hosted by The Legal 500, this event has established itself as a pivotal forum for legal professionals to engage in meaningful discussions on […]

UBO Registrarion Cyprus: Extension of Deadline

UBO Registration Cyprus

UBO Registration Cyprus: Extension of Deadline Connor Legal would like to inform our esteemed clients and partners about a crucial update from the Registrar of Companies. The Cyprus Registrar of Companies has announced an extension of the UBO registration deadline to March 31, 2024. This extension is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and currency of […]

Cyprus Companies Register: How to Search & Verify a Company (2026)

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The Cyprus Companies Register: How to Search and Verify a Company in 2026 Last updated: 19 July 2026 Whether you are about to sign a contract with a Cypriot supplier, chase an unpaid invoice, buy a business or simply check that a counterparty exists, the Cyprus Companies Register is where you start. Maintained by the […]

Property Taxes in Cyprus: Buying, Owning, Renting, Selling (2026)

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Property Taxes in Cyprus: The Full Lifecycle — Buying, Owning, Renting, Selling Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Cyprus property taxation changed more in the last three years than in the previous twenty: stamp duty is abolished, immovable property tax is long gone, the 5% VAT rules were rewritten, SDC on rents […]

Tackling Counterfeits in Cyprus

Counterfeits in Cyprus

Tackling Counterfeits in Cyprus: The Brand Owner’s Enforcement Guide Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Counterfeiting costs Cyprus real money — EUIPO’s June 2026 figures put annual losses to counterfeit goods in Cyprus at around €63 million — and the enforcement toolkit has sharpened considerably since most guides were written: a dedicated […]