Navigating the Cypriot Civil Procedure Pre-action Protocol
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
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
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: 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)
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)
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
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 […]
The Real Cost of Buying Property in Cyprus: Every Fee (2026)
The Real Cost of Buying Property in Cyprus: Every Fee, 2026 Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Ask what a Cyprus property “costs” and most answers stop at the price. The true figure includes taxes, professional fees, bank charges and currency spread — and in 2026 the list is shorter and cheaper […]
New Cyprus Civil Procedure Rules come into force
New Cyprus Civil Procedure Rules come into force In a move set to significantly reshape the legal landscape in Cyprus, the new Civil Procedure Rules are due to come into force on the 1st of September 2023. These new regulations will apply to all cases filed after this date, marking a watershed moment in Cypriot […]
Cyprus Boosts Investment Appeal With New Fast-Track Strategic Investment Law
Cyprus Boosts Investment Appeal with New Fast-Track Strategic Investment Law A new law fast-tracking ‘strategic investments’ in Cyprus was ratified by the House on Thursday 13 July 2023, with the aim to reinforce Cyprus’s position as an attractive investment destination. The new legislation, initially proposed by the prior government, enjoyed a robust backing, with 34 […]